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Digipreneur FMWhy Caribbean Businesses Are Invisible in the Age of AI SearchIn this episode of Digipreneur FM, we explore a hard truth: Caribbean businesses are not showing up where it matters most — in AI-powered search.
While social media grabs the spotlight, global consumers are turning to tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google’s AI Overviews to research, compare, and make purchase decisions. But if your business isn’t indexed properly or creating the right kind of content, AI can’t find you — and if it can’t find you, it can’t recommend or sell for you.
Keron breaks down:
Real stories showing how customers are...2025-07-191h 21Digipreneur FMStronger Minds, Stronger Business: Your Mid-Year Check-In with Chelsea CreeSummary:
This powerful mid-year check-in happened live on The Digital World, hosted by Keron Rose on Freedom 106.5FM. In this episode, Keron sits down with high-performance psychologist and mental fitness coach Chelsea Cree to explore why strengthening your mind is the key to unlocking stronger, more resilient business growth.
Together, they unpack how survival mode, burnout, and outdated leadership habits quietly undermine Caribbean entrepreneurs and business owners — and most importantly, what steps you can take right now to build your mental fitness for the road ahead.
Whether you’re leading a company, running a side...2025-06-011h 35Digipreneur FM5 Ways to Use AI Every Day to Improve Your LifeIn this episode of Digipreneur FM, we break down how artificial intelligence has gone from futuristic concept to everyday companion — transforming how we live, work, and grow.
Keron shares five powerful, practical ways he’s using AI in his daily life right now, including:
✅ Personal fitness & nutrition coaching with a custom AI avatar
✅ Career coaching to navigate today’s fast-changing job landscape
✅ Accountability partners for hobbies, savings goals, or new adventures
✅ Cutting-edge tools like Google’s Project Astra & Mariner
✅ Using AI as a pocket therapist to support mental health and mindset shifts
This...2025-05-2659 minDigipreneur FMHow Much Does It Cost to Run My Digital Solopreneur Business?Episode Overview:
In this episode, Keron Rose finally pulls back the curtain on one of the most frequently asked questions — how much does it really cost to run a digital lifestyle business month to month? Broadcasting live from Bangkok, Thailand, Keron breaks down the exact tools he pays for to operate as a solopreneur, how much each costs, and what purpose they serve in his business. But this episode isn’t just about numbers — it’s a reflection on freedom, lifestyle design, and building a business that aligns with your vision of success.
If you’ve ever wondered h...2025-05-0144 minDigipreneur FMAI Is Now Your Customer’s Best Salesperson (Are You Ready?)In today's episode of Digipreneur FM, Keron dives deep into one of the biggest shifts happening in business right now: AI has become your customer’s best salesperson — and many Caribbean businesses (and businesses globally) aren't ready for it.
Through personal stories, real-world case studies, and practical insights, Keron reveals how today's consumers are using AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini to research, compare, and even complete purchases — all without ever speaking to a human being.
You'll hear how Keron himself used AI to confidently choose a new Fujifilm camera, showcasing just how dramatically the cu...2025-04-2858 minDigipreneur FMThe Emergence of AI & Its Impact in the Caribbean!Host: Keron Rose
Guest: Leslie Lee Fook, AI & Data Transformation Strategist, Co-Founder of Incus Services
Episode Summary
Artificial Intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the Caribbean must adapt or risk being left behind. In this episode, Leslie Lee Fook, co-founder of Incus Services, joins us to break down AI’s rapid advancements, the global AI race between the U.S. and China, and what it all means for businesses and workers in the Caribbean.
We explore AI’s impact on the job market, business automation, and regional opportunities while diving deep into key...2025-02-151h 16Digipreneur FMThe TikTok Ban Update in 2025: What You Should Be Doing next!Episode Overview
In the first episode of 2025, Keron kicks off the new year by addressing the imminent TikTok ban in the United States and its ripple effects across the world. He emphasizes the importance of building a resilient digital ecosystem that is not platform-dependent. With a recap of TikTok's challenges, the potential implications of the ban, and practical advice for creators and businesses, this episode delivers a wake-up call to entrepreneurs relying heavily on social media platforms.
Keron challenges listeners to embrace change, take control of their digital presence, and prioritize community over platforms.
H...2025-01-1145 min
ABWilson's Heart of the MatterS2 Ep1. The Power of Choice: Creating a Life You Love with Digital Nomad Keron RoseSend us a textIn this engaging episode of ABWilson's Heart of the Matter, host Aderonke Bademosi Wilson welcomes Keron Rose, a digital nomad and lifelong learner. Keron shares his journey of embracing life, fatherhood, and continuous education while exploring the world. This conversation highlights the importance of choice, freedom, and the power of learning in shaping a fulfilling life.Aderonke introduces Keron, who describes himself as someone who loves life, a father, and a perpetual student. Keron discusses what loving life means to him, emphasizing the freedom to choose where he lives and how...2025-01-031h 08Digipreneur FMHow Search AI is Changing Marketing!Episode Overview
In this episode of Digipreneur FM, we’re diving into one of the most transformative shifts in digital marketing: Search AI. The way people search for information online is evolving, and businesses need to keep up or risk being left behind. Search AI is making search engines smarter, faster, and more personalized. For marketers and business owners, this means a whole new way of thinking about how you create and optimize your content.
We explore:
What Search AI is and how it differs from traditional search.
How it benefits end users and why y...2024-11-2656 minDigipreneur FMWhy The Caribbean Needs More Digital First Businesses!Episode Summary
In this episode of Digipreneur FM, Keron Rose dives deep into why the Caribbean—and especially Trinidad and Tobago—needs to embrace digital-first businesses. The episode highlights the region's reliance on import-heavy business models and explores how shifting to digital-first thinking can alleviate issues like foreign exchange shortages and high living costs. Keron also shares practical examples of digital-first businesses and skillsets that Caribbean entrepreneurs can adopt to create sustainable income streams while contributing to their country's economic resilience.
This episode is packed with actionable insights and a wake-up call for entrepreneurs in the Caribbean to r...2024-11-2146 minDigipreneur FMHow To Build Out Your Marketing Team For 2025Episode Summary
In this episode, host Keron Rose breaks down the ideal structure for a digital marketing team as we head into 2025. Keron covers why specialized roles are essential, shares the challenges Caribbean businesses face in aligning digital roles, and offers guidance on building a balanced, effective team structure.
Key Topics Discussed
Building the Right Digital Marketing Team Structure
Keron discusses the essential roles every digital marketing team should have, including Digital Strategists, SEO Specialists, Social Media Managers, and more. He also explains how to determine which roles should be full-time, part-time, or...2024-10-2856 minDigipreneur FMRecapping My First 3 Weeks in Bangkok, Thailand!Episode Summary:
In this exciting episode of Digipreneur FM, Keron Rose returns after a brief hiatus with a life-changing update. Broadcasting from his new home base in Bangkok, Thailand, Keron reflects on his recent move from Trinidad and Tobago. He dives into his first three weeks living in Thailand, explaining how this relocation was the culmination of careful planning, personal reflection, and a desire for peace and growth. In this candid, off-the-cuff episode, Keron recounts the emotional rollercoaster of leaving Trinidad, the logistical challenges of securing a new home abroad, and the powerful impact of living in a...2024-10-111h 22Digipreneur FMWhy I am Leaving Trinidad and Tobago!In this heartfelt episode, Keron Rose dives into a topic that has been sparking curiosity across his audience—why he has decided to leave Trinidad and Tobago and relocate to Thailand. Keron shares his personal and professional reasons for this major life change, highlighting how this decision aligns with his long-term goals. He breaks down the challenges he's faced, and why now is the right time for a new chapter.
Key Points to Listen for:
The Foreign Exchange Crisis
Keron explains how the persistent foreign exchange shortage in Trinidad is affecting local businesses and individuals, especially th...2024-08-201h 04Digipreneur FMHow To Migrate To Thailand From the Caribbean!In this exciting episode of Digipreneur FM, host Keron Rose shares his journey and insights on migrating from the Caribbean to Thailand. As many Caribbean entrepreneurs seek new opportunities and experiences abroad, Keron offers a detailed guide on how to make this transition smoothly.
Key Points:
Visa Options for Caribbean Nationals: Learn about the different visa options available for Caribbean nationals, including the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), which caters to digital nomads, remote workers, and freelancers, as well as other long-term visas like the education visa.
Practical Steps and Requirements: Understand the...2024-08-0255 minDigipreneur FMI'm Migrating To...Part 1!
In this episode, Keron dives into his decision to embark on a new journey, sharing his decision to migrate in search of new perspectives and opportunities. As he prepares to explore the digital nomad lifestyle beyond the familiar vistas of the Caribbean, this episode delves into the compelling reasons behind his move, the potential of digital nomad visas, and how these changes can significantly impact both personal and professional growth. Tune in for an in-depth exploration of navigating new territories, both geographically and in business, ensuring listeners are equipped to make similar life-altering decisions.
Episode Highlights:
2024-07-291h 12Digipreneur FMThe New World of Work: The Challenges & Solutions of Working In The Caribbean!Episode Summary: In this episode, join Keron Rose as he dives deep into the evolving work landscape, especially from the Caribbean perspective. This episode is a crucial listen for anyone looking to understand the shifts in the global job market and how they uniquely impact the Caribbean region. Keron discusses the vital strategies needed to navigate these changes, ensuring a prosperous future despite the small market challenges.
Key Points:
Global Skill Demand and Local Job Discrepancies: Explore how the mismatch between local job availability and the skills demanded by the global market is pushing Caribbean...2024-07-0858 minDigipreneur FMThe Top 10 In-Demand Job Skills For Businesses in 2024In episode 168, we give you an essential guide for Caribbean entrepreneurs and professionals who are eager to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving business landscape. The episode delves into the skills that are becoming crucial for success in the digital age, providing insights and resources for acquiring these competencies.
This comes off the heels of the new report from Coursera, outlining the top growing in-demand skills for 2024.
Key Points from the Podcast:
Critical Skills for 2024: Keron outlines the top ten business skills that are critical for 2024, focusing on e-commerce, media strategy a...2024-07-0353 minDigipreneur FMWhy Now is The Best Time To Become a Solopreneur (Especially in the Caribbean)!In this insightful episode, Keron Rose explores the transformative landscape of solopreneurship. Discover why the current environment is ripe for entrepreneurs in the Caribbean to take control of their professional destinies.
Key Points Discussed:
Strategic Storytelling in Business: Inspired by the compelling storytelling of WWE and UFC, Keron discusses the importance of narrative in business and marketing. He emphasizes how solopreneurs can leverage storytelling to captivate and engage their audience, enhancing brand visibility and emotional connection.
The Solopreneur Advantage: Keron outlines the unique benefits of being a solopreneur, including complete control over business...2024-06-3054 minDigipreneur FMHow To Become a Digital Nomad: Mindset Shift, Jobs and Acquiring New SkillsIn episode 166, Keron Rose dives into the essentials of becoming a digital nomad. Here are the five key takeaways:
Mindset Shift: Becoming a digital nomad starts with a mindset shift. It's about embracing flexibility and the global opportunities available, and understanding that a digital nomad visa isn't always necessary.
Job Opportunities: Explore job avenues such as finding remote work in your current field or diving into new industries like software development, digital marketing, and content creation. Utilize platforms like LinkedIn, Fiverr, and Freelancer to find opportunities.
Acquiring New Skills: Equip yourself with skills...2024-06-261h 02Digipreneur FMIs it Time To Migrate? Even if Temporarily?In this episode, Keron delves into a topic resonating across the Caribbean—migration. Whether temporary or permanent, the idea of migration is becoming a significant point of discussion for many in the region. Here are the key points covered:
Increasing Migration Opportunities: Keron discusses the global trend of increasing migration opportunities, particularly post-pandemic. He highlights unique new visa options like South Korea's K Culture Training Visa, which opens up intriguing possibilities for cultural and professional growth abroad.
Temporary Migration as a Necessity: Stressing the necessity of temporary migration, Keron believes that experiencing life in different cu...2024-06-231h 01Digipreneur FMThe Digital Nomad Visa Breakdown: Why You Should Try Out The Digital Nomad Lifestyle!In this episode, Keron dives deep into the concept of digital nomad visas, sharing his insights and personal experiences with the lifestyle. He discusses the transformative potential of living and working abroad, especially through the lens of digital nomad visas, which are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Keron provides a comprehensive breakdown of the countries offering these visas and the specific requirements they entail.
Highlights of the Episode:
Personal Insights: Keron reflects on his recent trip to Colombia and how it solidified his desire to explore life outside of Trinidad and Tobago.
Technology and the C...2024-06-171h 03Digipreneur FM3 Areas Caribbean Businesses are Failing Digitally in 2024In this episode, Keron Rose dives into three critical gaps where Caribbean businesses are missing out on digital advantages. From the lack of a searchable web presence to the overlooked importance of content indexing and AI and the shortcomings of short-form content, this discussion highlights the pivotal areas where local enterprises must improve to remain competitive in the digital landscape.
Key Points Discussed:
Searchable Web Presence:
Many Caribbean businesses lack an effective online presence, which is crucial for being discovered by new customers. The absence of a robust, searchable website leads to missed opportunities...2024-06-0741 minDigipreneur FMThe Marketing Industry in Trinidad and Tobago is Terrible!In this episode, your host, Mr. Rose, dives deep into the troubling state of the marketing industry in Trinidad and Tobago. This discussion sheds light on a sector struggling with inefficiency, lack of innovation, and substandard job conditions, all voiced with the unmistakable candor and passion listeners have come to expect.
In this episode:
Industry Overview: Mr. Rose explores why the marketing industry in Trinidad and Tobago feels dysfunctional, detailing personal observations and industry-wide practices that hinder progress.
Job Market Analysis: A critical look at the current job market in marketing, with real examples of job...2024-04-271h 01Digipreneur FMMarketing For Carnival Bands and Businesses With Xayli BarclayIn this exclusive interview on The Digital World, we sit down with the remarkable Xayli Barclay, a trailblazing Visual Content Creation Coach and marketing expert, fresh off the vibrant celebrations of Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival. Diving deep into Xayli's inspiring journey from the heart of the Caribbean to becoming one of the world's most influential marketers in the USA, we explore the unique challenges and triumphs she faced along the way.
Our conversation shifts to the power of video marketing for Carnival bands and businesses, where Xayli shares invaluable strategies on storytelling, content creation, and how to...2024-02-201h 10Digipreneur FMThe Essential Tech Guide To Build Your Business Online and Create Content 2024In this episode, we explore the must-have technology for online businesses in 2024, based on Keron Rose's insights. We discuss the pivotal role of smartphones, computers, microphones, lighting, and video equipment in enhancing digital business operations and content creation. This includes things like:
Smartphones: Essential for content creation and customer engagement and my picks for devices you should get.
Computers: Crucial for heavy-duty tasks and digital marketing.
Microphones & Lighting: Key for professional-quality audio and visuals, ensuring your content stands out.
Video Equipment: Vital for impactful marketing, with options like the DJI Pocket 3 Creator Combo for top-notch video co...2024-01-2156 min
The Value with Kevin Valley096: Digital Payment Apps in Trinidad and Tobago | Keron RoseIn this technologically advanced world, everything is getting digitalized. For any business to keep up, it has to learn how to efficiently incorporate technology into its processes.
In this episode, digital marketing and e-commerce specialist Keron Rose sits with us as we delve into the world of digital marketing and e-commerce. Keron is also a writer and a podcast host, and his platforms aim to educate Caribbean entrepreneurs about the technology they need to start a business.
Here, Keron discusses the different digital payment platforms available in the Caribbean and the value proposition they offer. He emphasizes the importance of con...2023-10-011h 54Digipreneur FMRetail Marketing: Courts Vs StandardsIn ep 108, we dive into marketing strategies for retailers. As I have been shopping for furniture and appliances, I've been going through many of the retailer's websites and social media platforms to get information about products.
I have seen some good stuff but a lot of work needs to be done regarding marketing from our largest retailer's Courts and Standards. I break down the things I like, and the things I saw that I did not like but I also break down some data points that can allow our retailers to create better marketing strategies.
...2022-11-0159 minDigipreneur FMRecapping Wipay’s ”Widay 2022”In ep 107, we recap the events of Widay 2022. The company Wipay has been hard at work launching their new Volt Network, which will facilitate much easier sending/receiving of money across all of the countries that they are in, the new Colour Bank app and the Caribbean's First Tokenized Digital Mastercard.
Check out the KeronRose.com website to learn more about building your digital presence and monetizing your platforms.
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2022-10-2757 minDigipreneur FMHow My Side Business Generated 300k With No Ad Spend (Repurposed)In ep 106, we bring back a very important episode, "How My Side Business Generated 300k With No Ad Spend."
This episode will give people a breakdown of what small businesses will be able to do when they don't have a large budget and you may not be able to run ads. These are strategies you can implement that will allow you to start carving out space within your niche and start building authority and awareness of your brand.
Creating content and learning how to be Googleable allows your business to be found when most of y...2022-10-121h 12Digipreneur FMWhy Your Business Needs To Be Googleable!In ep 105, we break down exactly why your business needs to be Googleable.
Think about this, whenever you have a question, your back is hurting, you need to find out who got standing desks for the office, or you have a question about insurance, the first place people tend to go with their questions or queries.
There begins the customer journey.
Check out the upcoming workshop "Becoming Googleable" as we show you how to have your business show up in the search engines and increase your discoverability.
You can al...2022-10-0840 minDigipreneur FM6 Things Small Businesses Can Do Post-BudgetIn ep 104, we dive into 6 strategies and tools that small businesses can implement post-budget here in Trinidad and Tobago.
We know the mood has definitely been heavy since the budget but we need to control what we can control and there are things that we can do to increase the awareness and sales of our businesses.
To learn more about building your digital presence and monetizing your platforms, visit KeronRose.com.
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2022-10-0443 minDigipreneur FMWhy Your Business Should Not Rely On Social Media!In ep 103, we dive into why your business should not be relying on social media. We are seeing more and more accounts getting banned or suspended, each social platforms are in a state where there is no predictability and they want you to get on the content hamster wheel if you even remotely want to have a chance to succeed on their platform.
This is a recipe for disaster for businesses and content creators alike. I give you 3 things you should be doing right now in order to reduce your dependency on social media.
2022-09-271h 06Digipreneur FMHow I Use PayPal, Payoneer, Wise & Wipay In My BusinessIn Ep 102, I break down how I use the various payment tools within my business. All of these services are needed for different functions that don't overlap and for me to run my business successfully, I need to use all of them.
This episode gives you the various scenarios and reasons I use all of these tools simultaneously and why one isn't better than the other. We need them all in the Caribbean!
Visit KeronRose.com to learn more about building your digital presence and monetizing your platforms. Check out Digipreneur.FM to st...2022-09-2449 minDigipreneur FM7 Reasons To Start a Podcast In 2022In ep 101, we dive into 7 reasons why you should start a podcast in 2022. When you think about how saturated the market has become on social media, you need to start thinking about what your competitors are not doing and where else your potential audience can be hanging out.
Podcasting offers major untapped potential, especially in the Caribbean.
To learn more about building your digital presence, check out KeronRose.com and to stay up to date on the podcast, visit and subscribe to Digipreneur.FM.
2022-09-131h 03Digipreneur FM3 Reasons People Are Not Buying From Your WebsiteIn ep 100, we break down 3 reasons why Caribbean businesses are struggling with getting people to buy from their websites.
Understand that not everybody is going to shop with you online but there are things you are doing that is giving people reasons why they should not do business with you digitally.
To learn more about building your digital presence visit KeronRose.com.
To stay up to date on the podcast, check out the Digipreneur.FM website.
2022-09-0848 minDigipreneur FM6 Reasons You Need Long-Form Content For Your BusinessWhen it comes to building your brand and establishing yourself in your industry, your audience is constantly looking for those businesses that thoroughly understand their problems.
Short-Form content doesn't allow your audience to build that confidence that you are the business that can truly help them the way that your long-form content can.
In this episode, we dive into 6 reasons why as a business you should be creating Long-Form content and how only creating short-form content can work as a detriment to your brand.
To learn more about building your digital pr...2022-09-0659 minDigipreneur FMCan Your Business Grow On Social Media In 2022?Social Media has been a topic that most Caribbean Businesses have struggled with. Learning the various platforms, growing and getting traction and turning it into profits has been a challenge, especially with all of the changes to each individual platform.
There are things that businesses can do that would allow them to grow, regardless of the platform they are on but most businesses in the Caribbean aren't doing it and it is going to require them to have a paradigm shift if they want to find success.
You can grow on social media in 2022, in t...2022-09-011h 03Digipreneur FMMarketplaces vs Your Own Website: What Business Owners Need To KnowWith over 30+ Online Marketplaces in Trinidad and Tobago, the space is saturated and there are not enough businesses to fill up all these platforms. With the launch of TSTT's New Parlour Caribbean Marketplace, the space is even more crowded.
Business Owners are going to have to learn the differences between having their own E-Commerce website vs joining an online marketplace.
This episode will break down the pros and cons and ultimately give you my thoughts on the route you should take as a business owner.
To learn more about building your digital presence, c...2022-08-2952 minDigipreneur FM5 Content Creation Tips With Danielle Samlalsingh aka DDIn ep 96, we caught up with one of the most popular and thriving content creators coming out of Trinidad and Tobago, Danielle Samlalsingh aka DD.
Danielle has amassed a community of 250k followers on TikTok and accumulated over 10 million likes. Her community is super engaged and she is known for injecting Trini culture into her skits and using her background in theatre, drama and her unique witts to bring her skits to life.
She gave us 5 tips to help us with our own content creation process and I hope you get some great value from D...2022-08-2532 minDigipreneur FM6 Reasons TikTok Won’t Replace Google or Your Website In The Caribbean Anytime SoonIn ep 95, we dive into 6 reasons why TikTok won't replace Google or your website anytime soon in the Caribbean.
While we have seen a number of reports about Gen Z preferring TikTok as a Search Engine, those studies were shown for the US and UK markets, which is not reflective of what is happening in the Caribbean. We look at critical data to support that Google is still the top platform in the Caribbean. We need to stop taking international data out of context and using them as a basis for what is happening in our Caribbean...2022-08-231h 02Digipreneur FM3 Reasons Why Caribbean Businesses Don’t Create Content!In ep 94, I wanted to touch on 3 reasons Caribbean Businesses don't create content. This isn't limited to just large companies, these are things I see from the Solopreneurs, right up to the most prominent organizations and institutions.
There are also quite a number of reasons why businesses aren't creating content and struggling to find their footing on the various digital mediums. However, these 3 reasons are things that aren't spoken about enough and can also help more businesses change their perception of content and how to go about creating it.
Visit Keronrose.com to lea...2022-08-201h 02Digipreneur FMHow To Get Paid Online With Social Media and No Website!If your business doesn't have a website but want to start accepting payments online for your products, services or events, then let me introduce you to my Paylink aka Payment Button's strategy.
Here are the companies in Trinidad and Tobago that offer the Paylinks/Payment Buttons/Hosted Payment Page services: Social Pay, FCB EasyBiz, Republic E-Pay, RBC E-commerce, Scotiabank E-Com+.
These companies offer Paylinks/Payment buttons throughout the Caribbean: Fygaro, Buzz Pay, CX Pay.
Don't forget to check out the KeronRose.com website to learn more about building your digital presence and monetizing yo...2022-08-1645 minDigipreneur FMBuilding a Brand With Krew Kutz CEO - Anthony ClaxtonIn ep 92, we catch up with the CEO of Krew Kutz Barbershop, Mr. Anthony Claxton. They have been doing some amazing things and have become one of the most popular barbershops in Trinidad and Tobago.
The team hit the milestone of 201k followers over on Instagram and they have done it by setting themselves apart from the market. In this episode, I asked Anthony to give us 5 tips to help us build our brands and he delivered.
Go check out Krew Kutz over on Instagram and start looking at how they have gone about building th...2022-08-1122 minDigipreneur FMWhy Shopping In Trinidad and Tobago Is a Terrible ExperienceIn ep 91, I go into 2 stories of recent shopping experiences in trying to buy products and why the entire customer journey is terrible in Trinidad and Tobago. This also plays a major part as to why we cannot stop the foreign exchange leakage because we will have to increase our purchases online to get the products and experiences we want.
There is a silver lining, these are all opportunities for local businesses to start changing a few areas in the customer journey so that they can start attracting more local customers, increasing sales and creating a better...2022-08-0857 minDigipreneur FMHow I Was Able To Bootstrap My BusinessesIn ep 90, we are diving into the journey of how I was able to bootstrap or fund my businesses over the years. In my short business career, I have had a couple of small businesses and learning how to fund these ideas was critical since Capital is the Kryptonite that kills most businesses before they ever start.
Here is what I have learned and I hope this offers some insights for those who have been thinking about starting a business but may have found themselves in a similar situation of not having the money to get started. 2022-08-041h 08Digipreneur FM5 Ways For Small Businesses To Increase ReachIn Ep 89, we dive into 5 practical ways a small business can utilize immediately to start increasing its reach both digitally and offline.
These ways are either Free or low cost but will take time, commitment and intention to execute. I've also leveraged all of these ways to increase my reach and brand authority when I started.
Don't forget to check out the KeronRose.com website to learn more about building your digital presence and check out the Digipreneur.FM website to stay up to date on everything related to the podcast.
2022-08-011h 04Digipreneur FMHow To Defeat Content BurnoutHave you been feeling like you are on the Content Hamster wheel and getting burnt out with all the content social media requires you to create to stay relevant?
Content Burnout is real and has been hitting many creatives hard but as a business owner, it's even worst because it affects how you show up in your business.
In this episode, we dive deeper into Content Burnout and I go through the strategies that have helped me stay far away from feeling burnt out from creating content.
Visit KeronRose.com to le...2022-07-281h 03Digipreneur FMWhat Insurance Agents Are Missing From MarketingThe Insurance Industry in the Caribbean is due for a major overhaul in the way it markets and sells to consumers. To this day, they are still practicing archaic methods and irritating consumers in the process.
In this episode, we look at how Insurance Companies and Agents can change some of their behaviours, we look at data to see what people are asking for when it comes to insurance and much more.
To check out the blog on Consumer Data in the Insurance industry in Trinidad, check it out here ---> What Insurance Agents Are...2022-07-2556 minDigipreneur FMThe Caribbean Job Landscape With Akeem BranfordIn ep 86, we speak with Akeem Branford, an HR professional of 15 years with a background in Industrial Relations and a Master Resume Writer.
We spoke about the job landscape, Interview Do's and Don'ts, how to craft your resumes, what fields are opening up for new hires, and much more.
This interview took place over on Freedom 106.5 FM on our Digital World show with Samantha Best and myself, which airs every Friday at 12 pm AST.
If you are not in Trinidad, you can view the live stream here ---> Digital World
2022-07-181h 27Digipreneur FMAre Marketing Agencies Effective In The Caribbean?The rules of Marketing & PR have changed dramatically over the years and when we look at most companies across the Caribbean region, it doesn't seem like they have kept up with the changes. However, most companies have outsourced their marketing efforts to agencies.
The days of Mad Men marketing are gone and we tend to ignore ads across digital channels now in favour of educational or entertaining content and belonging to communities.
In this episode, we dive into why marketing agencies haven't been effective in the Caribbean and the consequences of getting this wrong.
2022-07-1349 minDigipreneur FMThe Difference Between a Content Creator and InfluencerIn this episode, we break down the differences between what is a content creator and an Influencer.
In the Caribbean, we use these terms interchangeably, which brings a lot of confusion as to what is expected from each of these roles.
These 2 roles are separate entities on their own, however, a content creator can become an influencer.
An Influencer can have a team of people around them who create the content they publish.
To learn more about building your digital presence, Visit Keronrose.com.
To stay up to...2022-07-0544 minDigipreneur FMHow Not Having a Website Is Hurting Small BusinessesIn ep 83, we dive into how not having a website hurts small businesses from expanding their reach and sales and not allowing them to participate in the global economy.
Did you know that 63% of all sales interactions start with a Google Search? But when you look at the search results, it predominantly links to content or products on a website.
I also give you 5 ways to help improve your current website, to ensure it shows up on page 1 for Search Engines and creates a better experience for your customers.
Visit Keronrose.c...2022-07-021h 12Digipreneur FMWhat Can I Do If I Don’t Like Video Marketing?In ep 82, we tackle the question that has been coming up more and more since every single social media platform has been pushing video content.
What can I do if I don't like Video marketing?
I dive into 3 things you can do if you are not fond of making videos but you are still itching to make content to grow your business.
Want to learn more about building your digital presence and monetizing your platforms? Visit KeronRose.com
Stay up to date with the Digipreneur FM podcast by subscribing t...2022-06-2956 minDigipreneur FMTikTok For Business With Kalilah Reynolds #MoneyMovesJA
In Ep 81, I had the chance to appear on #MoneyMovesJA with Kalilah Reynolds to speak about TikTok for business.
Show Info:
TikTok is the easiest way to go viral. So why aren’t businesses taking advantage of this opportunity?
Joining me now to discuss why Tik Tok is beneficial to your online marketing strategy, we have Online Business Strategist, Keron Rose.
Watch the Youtube Interview right here - TikTok For Business
Visit Keronrose.com to learn more about building your digital presence and monetizing.
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Join the Flow Business Inknowvation Event f...2022-06-2421 minDigipreneur FMJob Hunting Has Changed In 2022Over the past few days, we have seen a few articles published about the world of work in Trinidad and Tobago. From Unemployment, the brain drain and questions about whether companies should be posting the job salaries in their ads.
In going through all of the discussions, what stands out to me is that in T&T, we have not realized that job hunting has changed in 2022 and we are still practicing outdated methods both as companies looking to hire and also as job seekers.
Let's talk about what has changed and the things that...2022-06-221h 03Digipreneur FMWhy Delayed Gratification Is Needed For Business SuccessOne of the things that hurt early-stage business owners across the Caribbean is their inability to delay gratification.
Your business needs your time, energy and resources to be successful and if you cannot learn how to delay gratification, it will end up crashing and causing more stress in the long term.
Balance is needed but learning how not to burn out, relax and take care of your mental health without taking away from your business is critical.
In this episode, I break down my thoughts on delayed gratification and how it has helped...2022-06-171h 07Digipreneur FM3 Keys I’ve Learned In Building My BrandOver the years in building my brand and learning from my mentors, there have been 3 keys that have been present that have helped me get to the place where I am at today.
I hope that these 3 lessons are able to help you in your journey and building your business.
1) Establishing a clear and concise understanding of what you do, who you serve and how you deliver
2) Extreme consistency
3) Unwavering faith in your ability to succeed
Visit Keronrose.com to learn more about building your digital presence a...2022-06-141h 00Digipreneur FM5 Things a Seamstress Can Do To Build Brand & Earn More MoneyIn Ep 77, we are taking a look at a specific industry/skillset, doing some market research and looking at 5 things that a seamstress could do to build their brand and earn more money.
To learn more about building your digital presence, visit KeronRose.com and don't forget to subscribe to the Digipreneur.FM Website.
2022-06-0829 minDigipreneur FMHow The JTDA Is Helping Caribbean Entrepreneurs Build Their Businesses The JTDA facilitates the exchange of information and views, and the alliance fosters networking links between ICT industry experts, IT professionals, academia, enterprise, and IT enthusiasts to encourage new thinking, education, and career advancement opportunities.
In this episode of Digipreneur Live, we meet with the President, the VP of the JTDA and the past President...Mr. Adrian Dunkley, Twitty-Ann Thomas and Stacey Hines to discuss the JTDA's initiatives and how they are helping the IT sector around the Caribbean.
To learn more about the JTDA, Visit: JTDA Website
T...2022-06-0358 minDigipreneur FM10 Types Of Blog Posts To Create In 2022Have you been unsure about starting a blog in fear that blogs may be dead?
The great news is that blogs are alive and thriving still in 2022 and the readership has grown by over 12% in the last 5 years.
Think about it, the #1 used platform for information is Google with over 9.5 billion searches per day and for every search we conduct, what do we see as a result? A link to an article/blog on a website.
That being said, here are the top 10 types of blogs you should be creating on your website...2022-06-0148 minDigipreneur FMBlending Digital & Traditional Channels To Build Your Digital PresenceIn ep 74, we dive into 4 reasons why you should start looking at how you can blend digital & traditional channels to build your overall digital presence.
We are quick these days to dismiss print, radio, and TV and say that nobody consumes these channels anymore, possibly due to our own habits but these channels still offer immense value.
Let's look at how we can blend these channels, to maximize our growth.
Visit the Keronrose.com website to learn how to build your digital presence and monetize.
Visit the Digipreneur.FM we...2022-05-2559 minDigipreneur FMSociety Forgets Those Who Play It Safe...Especially In Business!In 2022, I had to get to a place mentally where I could give myself permission to no longer play it safe within my brand & industry.
Playing it safe in your business, being politically correct, and fitting in, will have you undervalued, broke or meeting the bare minimum and most of all, your brand will not stand out from the noisy digital world.
The business community plays it safe in the Caribbean, and nobody wants to step on anybody's toes. Still, we have become complacent & accepted mediocrity in all aspects of our society because of that.2022-05-2349 minDigipreneur FMThe Breeze Bacchanal RecapIn marketing, the one thing you can never plan for is virality. You never know what piece of content will go Viral or how it will go Viral.
This weekend, I dropped 2 videos recapping an event where Unilever/Breeze held an upscale event to launch their new detergent, invited influencers and I gave my opinions on it.
That turned into a slew of response videos from the TikTokers towards me and people chiming in with their thoughts. Breeze then trended all weekend long lol.
Well, I wanted to drop my thoughts and review...2022-05-181h 05Digipreneur FMWhere Have I Been? (Podcast Update)Where Have You Been Keron? When is the next podcast episode dropping?
Lol...For those of you who have reached out asking where is our podcast episodes, thank you...Means a lot to be missed and I am always glad that you appreciate the content.
This episode was just to update you on my absence and to let the Digipreneur Family know where I've been and let you know that we will be resuming back in a few days.
Visit Keronrose.com or Digipreneur.FM websites to stay up to date. 2022-05-0316 minDigipreneur FMHow I Hit Over 10k Followers On TikTok in 2 MonthsI'm sure by now you have heard about the generous organic reach happening on the TikTok platform and how some people are experiencing viral growth. However, that isn't happening for everybody!
I decided to double down on TikTok at the start of February and cracked the 10k following mark before we finished March. This episode dives into what I did to grow my following and engagement on TikTok with predominantly business-related content.
I also give a comparison of my growth on TikTok vs Instagram for the same period. My hope is that you can take s...2022-04-051h 01Digipreneur FMBusiness Pet Peeve: DM For Price!In the Caribbean, our business owners love to entice with their amazing products and services, only to then hit you with the DM for price.
Listen, in 2022...The last thing any customer or potential client wants to do is to DM you for a price.
There is no excuse anymore. We don't DM for prices on Amazon, nor do we DM for prices on Freelance platforms when we are looking to hire professional services.
We dive into this topic more in this episode.
Don't forget to check out the Ke...2022-03-2739 minDigipreneur FM7 Ways To Spot a Bad Business/Marketing CoachIn 2022, I am hoping that more and more of the population is equipped to determine who are the coaches and people they should be investing their money and time with to help them grow their own businesses.
It's hard for people to determine who can actually help you just by looking at their social media and many of the Business/Marketing/Social Media coach out here talk a good game. So in this episode, I am giving you 7 ways to check whether or not these coaches are worth investing in or even following on social media.
2022-03-2359 minDigipreneur FMWhat is the cheapest way to do E-Commerce in the Caribbean?Even though the pandemic is fading and the world is starting to open back up, consumer habits have changed. They still want the convenience of being able to order from your website and have your products delivered to their addresses or book their appointments online.
That being said, 1 of the questions I got this week from a small business owner was "What is the cheapest way to do E-Commerce in the Caribbean?"
I break down the popular platforms like Wix, Shopify, Squarespace and WordPress, their fees and how to get paid on them.
...2022-03-1925 minDigipreneur FMCompanies Are Morphing Multiple Marketing & E-commerce Roles Into 1We have seen more and more companies looking for digital marketers and E-Commerce specialists in the Caribbean in their push to go digital.
However, when we go through the job descriptions, we are seeing their role 8 roles into 1 and are trying to pay people next to nothing. We have seen companies like J&K Signature and Excellent Stores engage in these practices but when we look at the number of roles laid out and the remuneration of $6000ttd=$884USD to start for these jobs, there is something grossly wrong.
I hope this episode will help...2022-03-181h 00Digipreneur FMIs Brand Photography Dead For Social Media?Back in June 2021 the CEO of Instagram, Adam Mosseri came out and announced that major changes would be coming to Instagram.
The message that Instagram sent was clear: it no longer wants to be thought of as the “square photo-sharing app,” as Mosseri puts it, but instead as a general entertainment app driven by algorithms and videos.
In December of 2021, The Caribbean region finally got the long-awaited feature Reels and creators across the region have started to see some growth in their numbers after many complaints of stagnation on the platform.
The question I wa...2022-03-0834 minDigipreneur FMThe 5 Social Media Platforms I Am Focusing On For 2022In Ep 64, we are tackling one of the questions I have been getting asked recently, which platforms I am focusing on for 2022.
Now, I know everybody is planning and trying to figure out which social media platforms they should use and focus on, this will be different for everybody. There are a lot of nuances that go into picking which platforms to use and go hard on.
In this episode, I decided that I am going to give you guys the 5 platforms that I am focusing on and my reasons why I have personally chosen...2022-02-2856 minDigipreneur FM5 Reasons To Become a Guest Contributor For a News HouseBecoming a guest contributor for a News house has many benefits that can help grow your business and your brand.
In Ep 63, we dove into 5 key reasons why you should start looking at how you can contribute to the News Houses or Media Houses in your country.
In the age of digital and social media, you may think that there is no value in contributing but there is and I hope that after this episode, we have provided you with enough food for thought to start looking at how you can integrate this into your...2022-02-2436 minDigipreneur FMHow To Get Paid On Wix In The CaribbeanAre you looking to use the Wix website builder and not sure how to go about getting paid in the Caribbean?
In this episode, we dive into the 2 ways for you to get paid on the platform if you are living in the Caribbean region.
Here are the 2 websites we mentioned in the episode that you are going to need:
First Atlantic Commerce
Tilopay
I hope this information helps you build your business using Wix.
Don't forget to check out KeronRose.com to le...2022-02-1431 minDigipreneur FMHow To Get Paid On Shopify In The Caribbean For 2022Have you been looking at setting up your website using the Shopify platform? Then you are going to want to take in this episode.
When it comes to taking credit card payments and getting involved in E-Commerce using the Shopify platform, folks in the Caribbean have been struggling to get the information needed in order to get paid on the platform.
This episode is going to shine a light on the 2 methods of getting paid on Shopify if you are in the Caribbean.
Here are the 3 websites to check out that we spoke...2022-02-0927 minDigipreneur FMThe Banks Are Holding Back Caribbean E-CommerceIn Ep 60, we take a look at how the banks in the Caribbean are severely holding back E-Commerce.
In 2022, the mistakes the banks continue to make are unforgivable, we are going into year 3 of the pandemic and they have shown no growth in how they are helping the business space understand & develop their transition into the world of E-Commerce.
This episode only happened because whilst I was doing my research for another episode, I realized that I couldn't get any of the information required from any of their websites and I literally had to get...2022-02-0233 minDigipreneur FMMarket Research: 5 Five Factors To Pay Attention ToIn Ep 59, we dive into one of the most underperformed piece of a digital strategy...Market Research.
In order for businesses to be successful in growing their digital presence, they need to understand who, what and where their audiences are and what part of the buyer's journey they are at.
You need to understand intimately what are the problems & desires that your audience has and then create the right content, products, services to match what they need.
This is where getting great at Market Research comes in handy.
We give you 5 s...2022-01-3152 minDigipreneur FMWhy Your Business Needs An EcosystemBuilding your brand's Eco-system is no small feat. Your Ecosystem is a collection of your products, services, marketing channels, infrastructure, tools, product delivery methods all working seamlessly to create your brand and how your brand delivers to the end-user.
The best brands in the world focus on creating a complex ecosystem that allows them to deliver the highest quality customer experience for their clientele.
In this episode, I introduce the concept of the Brand Ecosystem and give you examples of what my ecosystem looks like.
This is an area that Caribbean businesses have...2022-01-2753 minDigipreneur FM5 Ways Writing a Book Helps Build Your Brand & BusinessWriting a book is one of the best things you can do to establish yourself as a thought leader in your respective niches. This is something that separates you from the pack and will allow you to tap into opportunities that you never saw coming.
In this episode, we dive into 5 ways this book can help you build your brand and business.
Don't forget to check out the KeronRose.com website to learn more about building your digital presence & monetizing your platforms. Subscribe to the Digipreneur.FM website to ensure you never miss a...2022-01-2540 minDigipreneur FMWhen Should Businesses Use Brand Ambassadors & Should You Become One For a BrandSigning a Brand Ambassador for your business has some tremendous upsides in the growth of your business both for awareness and sales.
Whilst we see many brands across the Caribbean using Brand Ambassadors, we often don't see a symbiotic relationship that makes sense for either party. What we tend to see is popular people with large followings sign deals and there is almost no visible strategy beyond awareness or any correlation with the brands & influencers.
In this episode, we dive into some of the reasons why your business should be signing brand ambassadors, why you sh...2022-01-1652 minDigipreneur FM5 Skills To Learn For 2022We are BACK from the Christmas & New Year's break and we got a beautiful episode to kick off the top of 2022.
In this episode, we dive into 5 skills I believe business owners should learn or should outsource for in 2022.
With a wide variety of new technologies emerging this year, mastering these 5 skills will provide a solid foundation for you to prime yourself for anything else that comes out.
Don't forget to visit KeronRose.com to learn more about building your digital presence and monetizing your platforms. Subscribe to the Digipreneur.FM w...2022-01-0742 minDigipreneur FMSeasons Greetings: The Last Episode of 2021Digipreneur Family...What's going on everyone?
I just wanted to jump in here really quickly to wish all of you season's greetings and let you know that there won't be any more episodes for 2021.
I'll be taking my rest and I hope that those who can take their time off, do and try to recharge for 2022. For those of you who are going hard for Christmas, I hope that the rest of the year does everything you need for your business during these tough times.
I will definitely be back ready f...2021-12-2116 minDigipreneur FMHow I Take 1 Content Idea& Turn It Into 11 Pieces of Content Across Multiple Digital Channels
When it comes to creating content as a business owner, I'm sure most of you have gotten those headaches about where to begin, how many times should I post, what platforms should I use and do I really need to post 3x per day? Lol.
Well in this episode, I am going to dive into my content repurposing strategy and show you how to take 1 idea and give you 11 ways to repurpose your content.
One of the biggest mistakes I keep seeing online is people telling you to double...2021-12-171h 07Digipreneur FMHow Short Form Content On TikTok & Reels Can Hurt Your BusinessWith the explosive growth happening over on TikTok and the rise of short-form video content, we need to talk about how this can actually hurt your business if you are not mindful.
Whilst I believe you should be using things like TikTok and Instagram Reels to create content and grow your business, there are some things that business owners have begun sacrificing in order to focus solely on growing on these platforms and only using short-form content.
In this episode, we break down the 3 ways short-form content is hurting business owners and what they need...2021-12-1336 minDigipreneur FM5 Ways To Build Your AuthorityBecoming a thought leader is going to take more than just creating content.
You are going to have to learn how to build your profile, build your authority and credibility in your space.
In this episode, we dive into 5 ways you can implement to begin building your authority and gain the rewards that come with being an authority figure in your industry.
Visit Keronrose.com to learn more about building your digital presence and don't forget to subscribe to Digipreneur.FM to ensure you never miss an episode.
2021-12-1045 minDigipreneur FM5 Reasons Why Caribbean Artistes Must Learn Digital MarketingI am currently writing this whilst listening to my favourite soca artist, “Skinny Fabulous”. I am here getting so hyped up and I decided to go check out his website to learn more about him and get info on upcoming concert dates when I quickly realized, he has no website. Matter of fact, there is barely any info about him online. I started searching for other Caribbean artistes and it’s a bigger problem than I initially thought.
It’s 2021 and Caribbean artistes need to do better!
Let's dive into 5 reasons why learning digital marketing and digi...2021-12-0441 minDigipreneur FMMy 6 Favourite Content Creation ToolsWe are always looking for tools that can help us create better content or simplify our workflows. In this episode, I dive into my top 6 favourite tools I use to create my content.
I hope this episode sheds some light on how I may use some of the popular tools that you have already heard about and I hope brings awareness to some tools that you may not have heard about before.
Feel free to reach out and let me know about some of the tools that you love to use in your content journey.2021-12-0238 minDigipreneur FM5 Ways To Create Discoverable Video Beyond Social MediaWe have been hearing that video is the way to go and we need to start creating more videos if we want to get leads or sales for our businesses.
What people are not talking about is creating discoverable videos beyond social media.
As business owners, we need to ensure that our videos are surpassing the shelf life of social media. We need to be creating videos and distributing them on platforms that are connected to search engines and mechanisms to be found for years to come.
How many times have you Googled...2021-11-2929 minDigipreneur FMWhy TTT‘s Social Influencers Segments Were Terrible!TTT recently did their Generation Next segments with Khary Roberts diving into the world of Social Media Influencers and interviewed 2 popular ladies on IG.
The segments in my opinion were really really bad. The purpose of the segments was to highlight how people could become social media influencers and how to turn this into a way to make money.
Unfortunately, they missed the mark entirely. There was no homework done on the industry to have a good conversation to actually help people learn how to turn this into a viable business.
Instead, we...2021-11-2650 minDigipreneur FMThe Biztech 2021 Conference - Where Business & Technology Meet In The CaribbeanIn this episode of Digipreneur Live, we will be talking with Stacey Hines...The President of the Jamaica Technology and Digital Alliance.
BizTech 2021 will be a dynamic collaboration of local and international technology experts, invested in creating the digitally-enabled future of the Caribbean.
Biztech, a 3-day global event, is the Caribbean’s largest and most anticipated tech event of the year. This year will be a hybrid experience featuring primarily virtual speakers with select LIVE exhibitions.
The focus areas will continue the tradition of challenging conventional methodologies, by highlighting technology innovation and trends th...2021-11-091h 03Digipreneur FMThe InKnowvation Series By Flow BusinessFlow Business & BTC have come together to put forward a really good month-long series to help Caribbean businesses out in a big way.
I decided to dive into what the series is all about because I believe it's going to be one of the better and more important series of events for Caribbean Businesses this year.
There are going to be keynote speakers from Alison Hinds, Grace "Spice" Hamilton, Tricia Coosal and Natasha Mayne.
The hands-on workshops will be done by Virgin Atlantic, Wipay, Caribshopper and myself...Keron Rose.
The goal i...2021-10-0734 minDigipreneur FMMonetization Case Study: Aquarium InfoIn this Case Study on Monetization, we will be looking at the channel "Aquarium Info".
One of her videos showed up on Facebook Watch as I was scrolling down my feed and caught my attention. It was super inciteful, well crafted and had tremendous engagement and shares.
Checking out the video got me thinking to look past the content and do a deeper dive into how she has built her platform and how she was monetizing her content.
I hope this case study gives you some insights on content and monetization options.
2021-09-2135 minDigipreneur FMSunday Motivation: Auditing Your Social MediaIn this segment of our Sunday Motivation, I wanted to share with you a download I received today.
Audit Your Social Media!!!
When is the last time you sat down and intentionally went through your social media and began removing or muting content or people, that no longer serve where you are in your life?
This is a critical practice to be done, especially due to the amount of time we are spending on social media.
Enjoy this episode, I kept it short and sweet.
Don't forget to visit...2021-09-1219 minDigipreneur FMSunday Motivation: My Top 6 MentorsThroughout this journey of building your business and going through life, we are told that you need to get yourself some mentors in order to navigate it all.
In this episode of Sunday Motivation, I wanted to give you a story about the 2 different times I tried to get mentors locally in Trinidad and Tobago, why it didn't work out, my views on mentorship and give you the top 6 mentors in my life.
In this episode, I mentioned 2 books I think that everybody should read if they want to succeed with building a business in t...2021-09-0554 minDigipreneur FMIntro To The Digipreneur FM PodcastIt all begins now...In this Intro Episode, Keron Rose gives you some insights into what to expect in his podcast...The Digipreneur FM.
2021-06-2008 min
ICT Pulse PodcastICTP 116: Finding and living your purpose, with Keron Rose of Droid IslandBlogger, tech retailer, business advisor, online show host, Keron Rose has accomplished a lot in four years. In our recent conversation, Keron shares his entrepreneurial journey, and touches on, among other things: key turning points in his life that have brought him to where he is today; some of the biggest deficiencies he has found in Caribbean entrepreneurs; and why he decided to return to the Caribbean region to make his fortune. Show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found at www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/ Do s...2020-07-2950 min
The Value with Kevin Valley060: The Insider‘s Guide to Digital Business | Dr. Shelly-Ann Gajadhar | Keron RoseAs business owners during these trying times, we are constantly being advised to ‘go digital’ in order to be sustainable and agile. However, putting that into action does not look the same for everyone. Should we start with a website or build an Instagram following? How much does it cost?
In this our first Become Investible RoundTable discussion, we discuss how to utilize different digital tools to manage, market, and grow a business, and analyze and leverage data to make the most of digital investments. Both Shelly-Ann Gajadhar and Keron Rose have built and grown their own businesses using different digi...2020-05-021h 45The Value with Kevin Valley055: Digital Entrepreneurship 101 | Keron RoseKeron Rose returns to Caribbean Power Lunch to share his journey from mobile expert to digital entrepreneur and talks with Kevin about why he was driven to start keronrose.com and where his vision will take him next. Keron pulls no punches as he lays out the reasons why many entrepreneurs are not seeing success, the key steps to building the right brand partnerships, and reveals the systems he uses to find his passions and figure out his next moves as a solopreneur.
Learn about the power of “niching down”, getting specific and being consistent. Do you how to identify the...2019-12-1044 min
The First Step with Jhalisa John#19: The First Step to Mastering Entrepreneurship with Keron RoseLet's be honest here. Entrepreneurship is not for everyone. Some of you reading this may be better suited for the typical 9-5 grind, while some of you may make successful business owners. In this episode of The First Step Podcast with Jhalisa John, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and content creator, Keron Rose, to discuss his journey to becoming his own boss. We also talk about the common challenges new entrepreneurs face, thought-leaders who are blazing the trail, and what's the one thing you should do to develop a healthier mindset.2019-06-2424 minThe Value with Kevin Valley021: Let’s Talk Mobile - Part 2 | Keron RoseIn part 2 of this feature with Keron Rose of Droid Island, we discuss:
Caribbean Smartphone Economics,
The importance of passion,
The future of Caribbean Mobile,
Content Factory,
The Shutterbug Smartphone Photography Movement, and
Advice for Creatives.2018-06-0146 minThe Value with Kevin Valley020: Let’s Talk Mobile - Part 1 | Keron RoseMore and more, IP and content-based businesses have been popping up as alternatives to conventional brick and mortar businesses.
In this 2-part feature, Kevin is joined by specially invited co-host Osei-Wright Alexis of Incentivize Networks, and our featured guest; Keron Rose, Mobile Expert and Founder of Droid Island.
Droid Island is a Caribbean based retail company that also provides the latest in tech news, reviews, discussions through its various mediums.
In this day in age, nobody buys smartphones based off commercials or brand ambassadors. When new tech comes out, we all run to our favorite tech reviewers to hear their tho...2018-05-2959 min