Time to Thrive - Marketing Strategies For Small Business
Time to Thrive delivers tactical, practical and results-driven marketing ideas, strategies and resources designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs ready to grow. Hosted by Bethany Meadows, president of Vertical Solutions Media for over 17 years, the show draws on real-world experience from leading a full-service marketing agency based in Birmingham, Alabama.
From building a brand that stands out to crafting content that connects and implementing growth strategies that work, Bethany shares proven approaches to help you stop treading water and start moving forward.
Get out of survival mode—it’s your TIME TO THRIVE!
Discover free resources, marketing training, and strategy coaching for business owners at www.TimeToThriveInBusiness.com.
Time to Thrive - Marketing Strategies For Small Business
Building a Smart Hustle (Ramon Ray)
In this episode of Time to Thrive, Bethany Meadows sits down with Ramon Ray, founder of SmartHustle.com and a powerhouse in the world of small business growth. Known for his energetic approach to personal branding and tech-driven strategies, Ramon shares how small business owners can build an authentic personal brand, leverage the right tech tools without getting overwhelmed and create a loyal community around their business. He also discusses the resilience needed to handle setbacks and the importance of scaling with intention. Tune in to learn Ramon’s top strategies for building a thriving, sustainable business in today’s dynamic landscape.
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00:00 Introduction to the Show
00:49 Meet Raymond Ray: Entrepreneurial Journey
01:08 Icebreaker: Fun Questions with Raymond
02:05 Raymond's Path to Entrepreneurship
05:13 The Birth of Smart Hustle
07:02 Building a Personal Brand
11:26 Embracing Technology for Business Growth
13:34 Adapting to Change: The Importance of Auditing Your Tech Stack
14:53 Inspirational Insights from Raymond
14:58 Navigating Economic Uncertainty
15:34 Embracing Setbacks and Resilience
16:21 Creative Solutions During Crises
18:00 The Power of Community
21:02 Building Business Communities
22:42 Trends and Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs
25:55 Advice for Emerging Entrepreneurs
28:43 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts
Discover the strategies, systems and skills that lead to success in business. Visit TimeToThriveInBusiness.com to learn more.