Denene Rodney

Gritfully

Business EN ↓ 6 episodes

Success demands more than just talent—it requires grit. Welcome to Gritfully, the podcast where relentless determination meets inspiring stories. Hosted by Denene Rodney, a trailblazing Black entrepreneur, this podcast dives deep into the journeys of those who have faced adversity head-on and emerged victorious.

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Denene Rodney

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Blue Ocean Strategy: Best Practices for Small Businesses 15.09.2025 55:54

What does it really take to grow and sustain a small business in today’s competitive landscape? In this episode of Gritfully, host Denene Rodney sits down with Willie Mae Veasy, President of Covenant Business Concepts, to explore the journey from surviving the grind to thriving with strategy. We dig into the challenges entrepreneurs face, especially women, BIPOC, and immigrant founders, and unpack...

The Numbers Game: Accounting for Longevity 17.07.2025 37:40

Money can make or break your business. In this episode of Gritfully , host Denene Rodney sits down with Ramona Cedeno, CPA, CFP, and CEO of FiBrick, to unpack the financial fundamentals every entrepreneur needs to thrive. From separating personal and business finances to understanding taxes, funding, and cash flow, Ramona brings 20+ years of expertise working with Fortune 500s, startups, and small...

Legal Foundations: Setting Yourself Up for Success 26.03.2025 58:03

Welcome back to Gritfully ! In this episode, host Denene Rodney dives into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of running a business—understanding the legal fundamentals that can protect and empower entrepreneurs. Joining us is Gopal M. Burgher , Corporate Attorney at BurgherGray LLP, who brings his expertise in corporate law, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and real estate to the conversat...

Is Your Business Really Covered? Insurance Tips You Need to Know 12.02.2025 50:01

Insurance can feel overwhelming, especially when hit by unexpected circumstances but we’ve got you covered! In this episode of Gritfully , we sit down with Christian C. Nwasike—expert in leadership, executive coaching, and career development—to break it all down. Tune in for valuable insights! Tune in for inspiration, honest conversations, and key takeaways to help you navigate the road to sustai...

Restraint and Mindset: keys to Preventing Small Business Failure Through Grit 07.01.2025 1:04:19

In Episode 2 of Gritfully, we explore Restraint and Mindset—keys to preventing small business failure. I’m joined by Dr. Sandi Webster, a powerhouse entrepreneur who’s scaled her business to multi-million-dollar success and shares insights on grit, growth, and resilience. Tune in for inspiration, honest conversations, and key takeaways to help you navigate the road to sustainable business success....

The Grit of Black Entrepreneurship 22.11.2024 52:17

You must have grit to be an entrepreneur! Join host Denene Rodney, founder and CEO of Zebra Strategies, as she explores the relentless determination, passion, and resilience required to succeed as a Black entrepreneur. In this premiere episode of Gritfully , Denene shares her journey, reflects on her father, Karl Rodney's lessons, and uncovers the concept of "grit" through real stori...