Why Grit and Failure Are Essential for Success

In this edition of the Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray shares key tips on why failure should be embraced. Learning from failure and moving forward, not stopping, is how we learn and get better. Echoing the book “Grit”, Ramon also encourages entrepreneurs, working professionals, students and others

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Why Being Unapologetically Positive Is Your Key to Success

The power of positivity is NOT just a slogan. Positivity is a chosen mindset that can dramatically affect your life for the better, if you allow it. If you’ve ever received an email from me, you might have noticed something distinctive in his signature line: “unapologetically positive.” While we often

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What To Do When People Doubt You – The Rundown with Ramon

In the latest episode of The Rundown with Ramon, host Ramon Ray—entrepreneur, author, and small business expert—shared valuable insights on everything from handling skeptics to leveraging public resources. Here are the key takeaways from today’s show. Watch the episode here on YouTube (and subscribe) – Listen to our audio podcast

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New Stock Exchange Brings Wealth Opportunities to New Entrepreneurs

Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Joe Cecala, co-founder of The Dream Exchange, which is set to become the first minority-owned stock exchange in the United States. This groundbreaking venture aims to revolutionize capital formation for small and underserved businesses, potentially reshaping the landscape of public markets. Watch the

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You Don’t Need To Show Your Face for Successful Social Video

I know many business owners who don’t like to show their face on video. They’re shy, they don’t like how they look, they just get nervous, or other reasons. I’m quite comfortable on video, but there are other ways. Hollywood Reporter highlights “faceless creators” who are producing great content but

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