I Am Rami

My 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 c…

It’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 busine…

I’ve had many successes in my life, but I’ve also learned my limitations. 

In today’s episode we talk about the dangers of trying to be an all-rounder who’s ‘good’ at many things when you can be brill…

Sometimes when it comes to challenges in business, when it rains, it pours! 

But instead of going under, staying calm and thinking on my feet didn’t just keep me afloat, it turned a potential opening-…

Today I’m talking about the importance of staying focused on the big picture. Little details are certainly important, but getting hung up on them can detract from your bigger goals and significantly …

2020 was a difficult year for everyone, presenting challenges and obstacles we’ve never faced before. But now it’s time to look into my crystal ball and see what 2021 has in store – and there’s a lot…

In today’s episode my daughter Kameelah takes the reins to ask me some challenging questions about business and life in general. 

No subject is off limits, from my role models growing up and stories a…

The early bird gets the worm, but there are other benefits to starting your day nice and early. 

Today I tell the story of how an early-morning chat with some of my team resulted in some important dec…

In today’s episode I talk about the hidden value of being branded an underdog, and how labels and perceptions can give you an advantage, whether you’re playing poker or taking a high-profile meeting …

Professionalism and success aren’t exclusive to the business world. 

In today’s episode I talk about the universal impacts of achievement and what I can learn from professional athletes, master coache…

When two global brands went head to head , I saw an opportunity to grow my own business by jumping into the crossfire. 

By taking advantage of the situation, I was able to keep my staff employed in di…

An 'accidental' trip to the eye-opening Canton Trade Fair in China was a vital stepping stone in changing the way I did business and helping my small business grow to the next level. 

I am Rami Ykmour…

Unprecedented challenges can bring out the best in your leadership skills. 

When the Prime Minister announced COVID restrictions back in March, I was suddenly confronted with the possibility of closin…