business is art

Money seems to be the king in business. Money is the number one parameter to measure how the company is performing. However, money is a result.

Is it correct to consider it as an essential part of a business? What about the founder's vision?

I'm Ramon Estrada. I'm a Founder CEO Coach who helps founders and their businesses grow. I welcome you to "business is art."

This is a show about successful entrepreneurship.

Unlike other shows about successful entrepreneurship, we only explore the founders' and leaders' journey from purpose, mindset, strategies, and tactics to making an impact and achieving exponential growth.

Join us on a weekly podcast to explore and learn from those great creators and business innovators who managed to stay on course with their vision to make a positive impact in the world while being exemplary leaders in their companies, communities, and families.

If you want to support us on this quest, don't forget to subscribe.

Godspeed!

In this compelling episode of "business is art," hosted by Ramon Estrada, listeners are invited into the world of the business artist. Ramon eloquently discusses the journey from ideation to execution, emphasizing the importance of having ideas and making them a reality through action and commitment. He shares insights from his personal experiences, including organizing an international event in Barcelona, collaborating with IESE Business School, and the challenges of making impactful work visible.

Ramon delves into "shallow work" and contrasts it with the depth and impact that true entrepreneurial endeavors should aim for. He challenges the conventional notion of busyness, advocating for meaningful, transformative work beyond mere activity. Through his narrative, Ramon explores the distinction between being an entrepreneur and a founder, underscoring the courage it takes to bring one's ideas to fruition and the reality of the entrepreneurial journey.

Highlighting the influence of Steven Pressfield's book "Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants to Be," Ramon reflects on the physical and emotional commitment required to create something of value. He stresses the importance of presence, intentionality, and the willingness to face the unknown in the creative process.

The episode is a call to action for listeners to engage deeply with their work and to strive for innovation and legacy in their entrepreneurial ventures. Ramon's anecdotes and reflections offer a roadmap for becoming a business artist who dreams and acts to make those dreams a tangible reality, ultimately changing the world for the better.

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This episode delves into the profound connection between our emotional state and its influence on business leadership and decision-making. Drawing parallels between the intensity of horror movies and the subtleties of our daily lives, our host explores how background elements, much like a film's score, shape our emotional responses and, subsequently, our actions. We're taken on a journey from a casual jog in the neighborhood, accompanied by the transformative power of music, to the deeper realms of our inner "soundtrack" that guides our decisions as entrepreneurs, CEOs, and founders.

Discover how the synergy between our emotional well-being and professional performance can lead to greater awareness, intelligence, and openness to new ideas. Our discussion touches on the importance of being in sync with ourselves, highlighting how a harmonious connection between the heart and brain can amplify our energy, clarity, and engagement with the world.

Inspired by David Whyte's poetry, we contemplate the dynamic tension between innocence and experience and how recognizing and adjusting our internal music can empower us with choice in our personal and professional lives. This episode promises to equip founder CEOs with insights on fostering an environment of positive emotional alignment, enhancing leadership capabilities, and making more impactful decisions. Join us as we explore the drama triangle in our next episode, further unraveling our roles and the "music" we choose in response to life's unfolding situations.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of drama within the startup ecosystem. Drama and comedy aren't just elements of a good story; they're parts of our everyday work lives, especially in the fast-paced, high-stakes world of startups. Our host discusses the natural human tendencies that lead to drama in the workplace and offers a fresh perspective on managing these dynamics to foster a more productive and positive environment.

We start by exploring the concept of work as drama, drawing on insights from David Whyte's "The Heart Aroused" and the idea that all the world's a stage. This sets the stage for a deeper understanding of how we, as founder CEOs and team members, often find ourselves amid workplace drama, playing roles in a real-life drama triangle of victims, persecutors, and rescuers.

Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, our host guides us on recognizing these roles within ourselves and others and, more importantly, how to step out of the drama triangle. By becoming more self-aware and engaging in a more constructive and empowering manner, we can transform our work environment from conflict and drama to creativity, productivity, and fulfillment.

Tune in to learn how to navigate the complexities of human emotion and interaction in your startup, breaking free from the drama triangle and leading your company to success with grace, humor, and resilience. Whether you're a founder, CEO, or part of a startup team, this episode is packed with valuable insights on turning workplace drama into a force for positive change and innovation.

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While creativity and innovation are in the hype, successful entrepreneurs are the new celebrities in the media.

If you pause for a moment and look a little bit closer, some questions may arise:

• How many years did it take these founders to become successful overnight?
• What kind of journey did they have to build and grow their companies?
• Was it luck, talent, persistence, or what was their secret?
• Did they enjoy the ride partially, totally, or not at all?

It seems that entrepreneurship is way more than following techniques or frameworks. Business is personal...could it be that business is an art?

I'm Ramon Estrada. I'm a Founder CEO Coach who helps founders and their businesses grow. I welcome you to "business is art."

This is a show about successful entrepreneurship.

Unlike other shows about successful entrepreneurship, we only explore the founders' and leaders' journey from purpose, mindset, strategies, and tactics to making an impact and achieving exponential growth.

Join us on a weekly podcast to explore and learn from those great creators and business innovators who managed to stay on course with their vision to make a positive impact in the world while being exemplary leaders in their companies, communities, and families.

If you want to support us on this quest, don't forget to subscribe.

Godspeed!