Over the years, I’ve transitioned from managing dealerships to advising and mentoring leaders across various industries. Yet, the foundational principles of effective leadership remain constant. One vivid memory that encapsulates this is when I used to walk the lot of our dealership—not to inspect vehicles, but to connect with our
Building a successful company isn’t just about profits, products, or marketing. It’s about creating a healthy, non-toxic culture where employees can thrive, perform, and stay motivated. Scott Simons, a seasoned investor, entrepreneur, and auto dealer growth executive consultant, has a proven track record of building winning teams and scaling businesses.
Today I was hosting my weekly show, on Breakfast with Champions, with small business owners, freelancers and other professionals. One of the participants in the discussion was asking for $50,000 to grow her ambulette care company. As I do with any entrepreneur, I started to dig into her business and
As a small business owner, it’s easy to fall into the trap of overthinking and being afraid to take action. However, I’m here to tell you that doing something, even if it’s not perfect, is better than doing nothing at all. In fact, the power of forward motion can have
Running a business or leading a team within an organization can be a demanding task, with long hours, tight schedules, and financial pressures. With all these responsibilities, it can be easy to put your health on the back burner. But the truth is that your health is just as important
One of Scott Simons guiding principles to his team is to see them succeed in BUSINESS and in their PERSON LIFE. He asks each of them, what are your personal and professional goals. Scott knows that he can’t grow the Carter Myers Automotive CMA Valley Dealerships, within the CMA Group
Starting a business is no easy feat. It takes determination, perseverance, and a lot of hard work. Many people dream of becoming their own boss and taking control of their careers, but the path to entrepreneurship is not always straightforward. There are many skills and experiences that can help you
It is usual to face some challenging times in your journey of establishing and growing your business. Sometimes things may not go as planned or you may face unexpected dilemmas that can pose a significant threat to your business. In such instances, how you handle the adversity can determine the
How does a car dealer from Virginia consistently sell the most vehicles and network with some of the world’s most famous celebrities? Scott Simons is an owner of Carter Myers Automotive Dealer in Virginia. This 100-year-old company, led by Liza Myers, consistently serves its customers in Virginia and around the
Relationships are important. What’s more important is how we nurture the relationship. All relationships are not the same, so, of course, every relationship won’t get the same attention. Your relationship with the cashier at the local supermarket will be different from that with your golfing buddy or your wife. More
Ramon Ray is the publisher of ZoneofGenius.com. He’s a 5x entrepreneur, 5x author and in-demand motivational keynote speaker. Ramon’s latest book is, “The Celebrity CEO” (how entrepreneurs can leverage their personal brands to build better businesses)
ZoneofGenius.com curates insights and strategies to help small business owners live life fulfilled.
Ramon Ray is the publisher of ZoneofGenius.com. He’s a 5x entrepreneur, 5x author and in-demand motivational keynote speaker. Ramon’s latest book is, “The Celebrity CEO” (how entrepreneurs can leverage their personal brands to build better businesses)
ZoneofGenius.com curates insights and strategies to help small business owners live life fulfilled.