I Am Rami
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -I am Rami Ykmour, an entrepreneur and business leadership mentor with decades of experience and proven success. Despite the challenges I’ve faced, I’ve learned how to succeed without compromising who I am. What makes you unique is your greatest advantage, and I want to teach you how to turn that advantage into success. So whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an established success looking for new ways of thinking, there’s something for you in I AM RAMI. Subscribe today!
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Conspiracy Theories about RASHAYS
March 22, 2023 03:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBI'm returning to my podcast with a bang. I've decided to address all the hate and conspiracies circulating social media regarding my restaurants. I've been called 'Microwave Man', 'fraud', 'gronk'...the lot of it. But there's a lot to learn through the negativity, whether you're a business owner or not.
Entrepreneurship and Imposter Syndrome with Geoff Bannister
September 28, 2022 20:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBGeoff Bannister joins me this week to recount Dr. Dough Donuts coming to life, especially during lockdown where disparate businesses were being scaled differently. With such a rapid spike in success, the 'sense of fraud' and imposter syndrome appear in many like-minded entrepreneurs, and even though this is something not many entrepreneurs like to bring to the surface, Geoff and I decided to address it.
Entrepreneurship and Imposter Syndrome with Geoff Bannister
September 28, 2022 20:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBGeoff Bannister joins me this week to recount Dr. Dough Donuts coming to life, especially during lockdown where disparate businesses were being scaled differently. With such a rapid spike in success, the 'sense of fraud' and imposter syndrome appear in many like-minded entrepreneurs, and even though this is something not many entrepreneurs like to bring to the surface, Geoff and I decided to address it.
Working behind the scenes at RASHAYS with Sammy
September 05, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBWhat is it like managing the backend workload of a massively successful Australian restaurant chain? Sammy, who's been with me for 12 years, gives his perspective and gives us advice on how to feel a winner everyday.
Working behind the scenes at RASHAYS with Sammy
September 05, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBWhat is it like managing the backend workload of a massively successful Australian restaurant chain? Sammy, who's been with me for 12 years, gives his perspective and gives us advice on how to feel a winner everyday.
Finding peace in chaos through Martial Arts with Fari Salievski
August 30, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBFrom one mentor to another, I sat down with Fari Salievski to discuss different entrepreneurial styles, the challenges of parenting in the Post-COVID era and how martial arts can build the foundations to running a business and raising a family.
The day I went to prison - The full story
August 11, 2022 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.74 MBOne of the questions I get the most is: what's the real story behind the day you got arrested? In today's podcast, I open up for the first time and tell the full story about the day the Australian Federal Police broke into my Head Office and arrested me.
Table Service VS Counter Service
April 29, 2021 03:00 - 3 minutes - 2.69 MBDue to COVID19, we have had to adjust the way we dine in. I have heard this debate constantly and I think its time I joined the debate. I believe people want to be treated special, so for those in the industry don't forget to keep table service as a priority. Just a short podcast with an important message for business owners/ restaurateurs
Table Service VS Counter Service
April 29, 2021 03:00 - 3 minutes - 2.69 MBDue to COVID19, we have had to adjust the way we dine in. I have heard this debate constantly and I think its time I joined the debate. I believe people want to be treated special, so for those in the industry don't forget to keep table service as a priority. Just a short podcast with an important message for business owners/ restaurateurs
Values, get some! - I AM RAMI
April 08, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBWhen I make a decision I rely on my core values. It's that simple Thanks for listening - If you have any other topics you want to be covered contact me on Instagram.
Values, get some!
April 08, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBWhen I make a decision I rely on my core values. It's that simple Thanks for listening - If you have any other topics you want to be covered contact me on Instagram.
Why Values Are Key In Business - I AM RAMI
April 08, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBValues are a big part of the business and a big part of how I've been raised. The difference between running your business by your values or by your head could be the difference between getting sales or failing your business. Get in tune with your values and express them through your business or just in every life decision and you will come up on top. Thanks for listening - If you have any other topics you want to be covered contact me on Instagram.
How I Save Money to Make Money - I AM RAMI
March 25, 2021 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.7 MBHave you ever wondered how I save money to make money? The key point we focus on in today's podcast is how to calculate the cost of goods and all about food costs. Food costs and the cost of goods are something that you should be reviewing every week to make sure you are getting the best bang for your buck!
How I Save Money to Make Money
March 25, 2021 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MBHave you ever wondered how I save money to make money? The key point we focus on in today's podcast is how to calculate the cost of goods and all about food costs. Food costs and the cost of goods are something that you should be reviewing every week to make sure you are getting the best bang for your buck!
Never Quit
March 18, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBI always get the question 'When is it time to quit?" "This is too hard, can I quit" My answer is never to quit just to grow and expand what you do. In today's podcast, I'm talking about why you need to push through and how to never quit!
Never Quit - I AM RAMI
March 18, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBI always get the question 'When is it time to quit?" "This is too hard, can I quit" My answer is never to quit just to grow and expand what you do. In today's podcast, I'm talking about why you need to push through and how to never quit!
Tell All Of The Million Dollar NRL Sponsorship - I AM RAMI
March 09, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBI was under a lot of pressure in 2020, as the founder of RASHAYS. When I was forced to make an important million-dollar decision on whether my brand would remain the Bulldog's Major sponsor. There was a lot riding on this decision as I represent a family-owned restaurant chain. In this podcast, I've decided to tell you all! What I went through at that time and why I made the decision at the time. It wasn't an easy decision but a decision I had to make for my restaurant chain and my family.
Why I Didn't Sign A Million Dollar Football Sponsorship
March 09, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBI was under a lot of pressure in 2020, as the founder of RASHAYS. When I was forced to make an important million-dollar decision on whether my brand would remain the Bulldog's Major sponsor. There was a lot riding on this decision as I represent a family-owned restaurant chain. In this podcast, I've decided to tell you all! What I went through at that time and why I made the decision at the time. It wasn't an easy decision but a decision I had to make for my restaurant chain and my family.
The Way To Market On Social Media - I AM RAMI
March 05, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBToday I'm talking about social media and how to get the best out of it from a marketing point of view. Ever wondered how to be the best on social media? Join me in today's podcast, as I share a story about my experience with social media and marketing. How far would you go to make something happen?
The Way To Market On Social Media
March 05, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBToday I'm talking about social media and how to get the best out of it from a marketing point of view. Ever wondered how to be the best on social media? Join me in today's podcast, as I share a story about my experience with social media and marketing. How far would you go to make something happen?
Making It Happen (Business talk)
March 02, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBEver wondered how to make things happen? Join me in today's podcast, as I share a story about the time I went above and beyond to make something happen. I'm telling a story about my IT experience and the trip I took to Singapore for a IT Trade Fair. How far would you go to make something happen?
How To Make Things Happen - I AM RAMI
March 02, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBEver wondered how to make things happen? Join me in today's podcast, as I share a story about the time I went above and beyond to make something happen. I'm telling a story about my IT experience and the trip I took to Singapore for a IT Trade Fair. How far would you go to make something happen?
Making It Happen (Business talk) - I AM RAMI
March 02, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBEver wondered how to make things happen? Join me in today's podcast, as I share a story about the time I went above and beyond to make something happen. I'm telling a story about my IT experience and the trip I took to Singapore for a IT Trade Fair. How far would you go to make something happen?
How To Make Your Buisness Stand Out - I AM RAMI
February 26, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBDid you want to know how to stand out? Join the chat to find out how to be different and stand out within a crowd and within the marketing space. Within this podcast, I will help you stand out in social media, helping you bring clients to your business by being different.
How To Stand Out - I AM RAMI
February 26, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBDid you want to know how to stand out? Join the chat to find out how to be different and stand out within a crowd and within the marketing space. Within this podcast, I will help you stand out in social media, helping you bring clients to your business by being different.
How To Make Your Business Stand Out
February 26, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBIn this podcast, Rami shares insight about how to make your business stand out within a saturated industry via engaging marketing.
How to get ahead in life (Money Talk)
February 11, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.65 MBHave you ever wondered what it takes to get ahead in life (Moneywise)? There is a lot of people out there that don't know how to get ahead in life, most of the time it's a mindset and in today's podcast, I will help you change that mindset. I'm telling you all my tricks and hacks on how I was able to save and make money when I was younger!
How to get ahead in life (Money Talk) - I AM RAMI
February 11, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.62 MBHave you ever wondered what it takes to get ahead in life (Moneywise)? There is a lot of people out there that don't know how to get ahead in life, most of the time it's a mindset and in today's podcast, I will help you change that mindset. I'm telling you all my tricks and hacks on how I was able to save and make money when I was younger!
The Time I Stepped Away From My Business | I AM RAMI
February 05, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 20.1 MBI stepped away from my business in 2019, as I was left thinking my business didn't need me anymore and it could function without me. A family trip to Bali was what I needed to find myself and figure out what I needed to come back to my business. In today’s episode, I talk about the story of why I stepped away from the business, the reasons for it and how my return helped and made my business thrive. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE!
The Time I Stepped Away From My Business
February 05, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 20.2 MBI stepped away from my business in 2019, as I was left thinking my business didn't need me anymore and it could function without me. A family trip to Bali was what I needed to find myself and figure out what I needed to come back to my business. In today’s episode, I talk about the story of why I stepped away from the business, the reasons for it and how my return helped and made my business thrive. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE!
It's Time To Start Your Business - Part 2
February 02, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 6.25 MBFollowing on from the last episode, today I want to talk about the role of anxiety in business and how it can help you tell between a genuine investment in your business and a high-risk gamble. I'm not trying to deter anyone, but I encourage all aspiring business owners to ask themselves some important questions before they take their first steps towards success. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE! __________________________ FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rami.ykmour/
It's Time To Start Your Business | Part Two | I AM RAMI
February 02, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 6.22 MBFollowing on from the last episode, today I want to talk about the role of anxiety in business and how it can help you tell between a genuine investment in your business and a high-risk gamble. I'm not trying to deter anyone, but I encourage all aspiring business owners to ask themselves some important questions before they take their first steps towards success. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE! __________________________ FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rami.ykmour/
It's Time To Start Your Business | Part One | I AM RAMI
January 28, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.73 MBPeople always ask me what they need to think about before starting a business, but I'm here to tell you that you SHOULDN'T overthink it - just dive in! Stop thinking about the things you don't have and acknowledge the only genuine asset you need - a passion for what you're doing. Money, location, partners and more will all matter at some point, but they aren't prerequisite. If you think you need all your bases covered before you start, you're only damaging your own potential and you migh...
It's Time To Start Your Business - Part 1
January 28, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.76 MBPeople always ask me what they need to think about before starting a business, but I'm here to tell you that you SHOULDN'T overthink it - just dive in! Stop thinking about the things you don't have and acknowledge the only genuine asset you need - a passion for what you're doing. Money, location, partners and more will all matter at some point, but they aren't prerequisite. If you think you need all your bases covered before you start, you're only damaging your own potential and you migh...
2021: Is COVID-19 The New Normal?
January 20, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.86 MBLike it or not, COVID isn’t going to mysteriously vanish in 2021. Even if a vaccine comes in, our approach to health issues will continue to change forever. In today’s episode I talk about how we need to learn to live with it, pull together and move forward – not just for ourselves, but for the next generation that’s watching how we address these unprecedented challenges. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE!
2021: Is COVID-19 The New Norm? | I AM RAMI
January 20, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.83 MBLike it or not, COVID isn’t going to mysteriously vanish in 2021. Even if a vaccine comes in, our approach to health issues will continue to change forever. In today’s episode I talk about how we need to learn to live with it, pull together and move forward – not just for ourselves, but for the next generation that’s watching how we address these unprecedented challenges. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE!
5 Tips To Grow Your Small Business
January 03, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.99 MBIt’s the question I’m most commonly asked – how do I grow my small business into a medium-sized operation? After turning one café into a 30-store franchise, I’ve learned a lot about the mentality and tools you need to not only take a step up, but keep your business growing long-term. With the right mindset and a few smart choices, your small business can be on the grow in no time. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE!
5 Tips To Grow Your Small Business | I AM RAMI
January 03, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.96 MBIt’s the question I’m most commonly asked – how do I grow my small business into a medium-sized operation? After turning one café into a 30-store franchise, I’ve learned a lot about the mentality and tools you need to not only take a step up, but keep your business growing long-term. With the right mindset and a few smart choices, your small business can be on the grow in no time. Don't forget to like and SUBSCRIBE!
5 tips to grow your small business - I AM RAMI
January 03, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.96 MBIt’s the question I’m most commonly asked – how do I grow my small business into a medium-sized operation? After turning one café into a 30-store franchise, I’ve learned a lot about the mentality and tools you need to not only take a step up, but keep your business growing long-term. With the right mindset and a few smart choices, your small business can be on the grow in no time.
5 TIPS TO GROW YOUR SMALL BUSINESS - I AM RAMI
January 03, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.96 MBIt’s the question I’m most commonly asked – how do I grow my small business into a medium-sized operation? After turning one café into a 30-store franchise, I’ve learned a lot about the mentality and tools you need to not only take a step up, but keep your business growing long-term. With the right mindset and a few smart choices, your small business can be on the grow in no time.
What To Do When Visions Don't Align
December 29, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MBLast week’s stakeholder meeting proved the old saying ‘if you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together.” After a long day of heated discussions and little progress, a late-night snack gave me time to pause and reflect. I was suddenly hit by a revelation that taught me a lot about myself and others and will only help as we move forward together as a team.
What To Do When Visions Don't Align | I AM RAMI
December 29, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.33 MBLast week’s stakeholder meeting proved the old saying ‘if you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together.” After a long day of heated discussions and little progress, a late-night snack gave me time to pause and reflect. I was suddenly hit by a revelation that taught me a lot about myself and others and will only help as we move forward together as a team.
What to do when visions don’t align - I AM RAMI
December 29, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.33 MBLast week’s stakeholder meeting proved the old saying ‘if you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together.” After a long day of heated discussions and little progress, a late-night snack gave me time to pause and reflect. I was suddenly hit by a revelation that taught me a lot about myself and others and will only help as we move forward together as a team.
WHAT TO DO WHEN VISIONS DON’T ALIGN - I AM RAMI
December 29, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.33 MBLast week’s stakeholder meeting proved the old saying ‘if you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together.” After a long day of heated discussions and little progress, a late-night snack gave me time to pause and reflect. I was suddenly hit by a revelation that taught me a lot about myself and others and will only help as we move forward together as a team.
Why your business should open on Christmas day - I AM RAMI
December 22, 2020 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MBMy first Christmas as a business owner was a learning experience. In 1998 the idea of doing business on Christmas Day wasn’t a popular one in Australia. But just by heading to the store for a quick clean on Christmas Day, I saw first-hand an opportunity to make a unique connection with my community and change my business methods forever.
Why Your Business Should Open On Christmas Day
December 22, 2020 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.18 MBMy first Christmas as a business owner was a learning experience. In 1998 the idea of doing business on Christmas Day wasn’t a popular one in Australia. But just by heading to the store for a quick clean on Christmas Day, I saw first-hand an opportunity to make a unique connection with my community and change my business methods forever.
WHY YOUR BUSINESS SHOULD OPEN ON CHRISTMAS DAY - I AM RAMI
December 22, 2020 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MBMy first Christmas as a business owner was a learning experience. In 1998 the idea of doing business on Christmas Day wasn’t a popular one in Australia. But just by heading to the store for a quick clean on Christmas Day, I saw first-hand an opportunity to make a unique connection with my community and change my business methods forever.
Why Your Business Should Open On Christmas Day | I AM RAMI
December 22, 2020 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MBMy first Christmas as a business owner was a learning experience. In 1998 the idea of doing business on Christmas Day wasn’t a popular one in Australia. But just by heading to the store for a quick clean on Christmas Day, I saw first-hand an opportunity to make a unique connection with my community and change my business methods forever.
Make Your Business Stand Out
December 15, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.99 MBIt’s the season of giving, and the perfect time to talk about the true value of a gift. On today’s episode – what sets a gift apart from a discount? Which is better for your customers and your business in the long-run? A discount is a straightforward offer but a gift gives you the opportunity to think outside the box and make a genuine connection with your customers that will leave a solid, lasting impression.
Make Your Business Stand Out | I AM RAMI
December 15, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.96 MBIt’s the season of giving, and the perfect time to talk about the true value of a gift. On today’s episode – what sets a gift apart from a discount? Which is better for your customers and your business in the long-run? A discount is a straightforward offer but a gift gives you the opportunity to think outside the box and make a genuine connection with your customers that will leave a solid, lasting impression.