Building a successful business is no easy feat. The entrepreneurial landscape is littered with countless ventures that, despite the best intentions, failed to take off. According to statistics, 91% of businesses fail within their first 10 years. But what separates the businesses that thrive from those that don’t? This question
I recently went to my local vehicle oil change place and there was new branding and a new owner – Valvoline. They raised the prices, about doubled them and provided dramatically different, faster and maybe even better service. As a small business owner, the prospect of raising prices can be
In a significant move to enhance its short-form video platform, YouTube has announced an extension to the maximum duration of Shorts. Starting October 15, 2024, creators will be able to upload Shorts up to 3 minutes long, a substantial increase from the previous 60-second limit. This change comes in response
Holly Reid, CEO of The Master Playbook, is on a mission to equip the next generation with essential money skills. In a recent interview with Ramon Ray of ZoneofGenius.com, Reid shared insights on building generational wealth and leaving a lasting legacy. Listen to the podcast interview here | Watch the
Juggling multiple projects and managing your team’s time efficiently can be challenging. Automation can be your secret weapon in streamlining these processes, saving you valuable time and resources. Let’s explore how you can automate project management and time tracking to boost your business’s productivity. The more you smart automate, the
I recently read how the Murdoch family was in a bit of a spat over their $6 billion dollar family empire, which includes Fox News. It got me thinking, of course, about us small business owners. Many of you have family businesses – how can you grow them and nurture
Selling products in retail stores carries both dangers and benefits. Small business owners must weigh these carefully. The Rundown with Ramon show covered this topic. Retail vs Direct-to-Consumer: Risks and Rewards for Small Businesses Small business owners face a crucial decision when bringing their products to market: sell through retail
Love it. Amazon is giving business owners who make products a new way to get visibility. As reported by the Wall Street Journal, Amazon’s new show has entrepreneurs pitching their products to an audience panel of judges. This panel of about 20 people then move you to the next round
Dixie Bagley, has built a thriving wedding industry empire. Her journey from humble beginnings to business success offers valuable insights for all of us striving to make our mark in the business world. Listen to the podcast here ! Watch the video interview here The Power of Hustle and Authenticity
The WSJ reports that car dealers are pretty angry at Stellantis, maker of Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler. They want Stellantis to offer more discounts to consumers to get us to buy more cars. For small business owners, as Seth Godin often write about, selling a commodity is very tough. Small
