Hi, I’m Devin Ramos, and welcome to Diehard Entrepreneur Stories—a podcast built for entrepreneurs who won’t settle, who fight through the tough times, and know there’s something extraordinary inside, waiting to be unleashed. 💪 On this podcast, I have the privilege of interviewing countless entrepreneurs, and witnessing the relentless grit it takes to succeed. I sit down with those who’ve been in the trenches, faced setbacks, and came out the other side. Together we extract the lessons that can help you do the same. I started this podcast to share the raw, unfiltered stories and lessons learned of entrepreneurs who faced challenges and still came out on top.
You’ll hear from incredible entrepreneurs 👩🏻💼👨🏻💼 like a blind and deaf entrepreneur who survived a devastating explosion in the military then went on to build a successful confectionary business 💼. You’ll hear stories from six-figure earners who quit their corporate jobs to chase their passion in real estate 🏡 and then gained time freedom. These are just a couple inspiring stories you’ll hear of entrepreneurs breaking boundaries and overcoming life-altering events. I created this podcast to share the raw, unfiltered stories of these entrepreneurs who faced challenges and still came out on top.
I believe every one of us carries a purpose deep inside, even if we're not sure how to pursue it or what it looks like. Together, we’ll awaken that purpose inside you, learn how to cultivate it 🌱, and share stories and lessons learned of those that’ve proved anything is possible when you refuse to quit.
Success isn’t handed to anyone. It’s earned through work.
⚡️Tune in to Diehard Entrepreneur Stories and discover how others have turned hard work into legacy.
I’m on a MISSION to help entrepreneurs create IMPACT.
Get on board at: 🤝 www.devinramos.com
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Hi, I’m Devin Ramos, and welcome to Diehard Entrepreneur Stories—a podcast built for entrepreneurs who won’t settle, who fight through the tough times, and know there’s something extraordinary inside, waiting to be unleashed. 💪 On this podcast, I have the privilege of interviewing countless entrepreneurs, and witnessing the relentless grit it takes to succeed. I sit down with those who’ve been in the trenches, faced setbacks, and came out the other side. Together we extract the lessons that can help you do the same. I started this podcast to share the raw, unfiltered stories and lessons learned of entrepreneurs who faced challenges and still came out on top.
You’ll hear from incredible entrepreneurs 👩🏻💼👨🏻💼 like a blind and deaf entrepreneur who survived a devastating explosion in the military then went on to build a successful confectionary business 💼. You’ll hear stories from six-figure earners who quit their corporate jobs to chase their passion in real estate 🏡 and then gained time freedom. These are just a couple inspiring stories you’ll hear of entrepreneurs breaking boundaries and overcoming life-altering events. I created this podcast to share the raw, unfiltered stories of these entrepreneurs who faced challenges and still came out on top.
I believe every one of us carries a purpose deep inside, even if we're not sure how to pursue it or what it looks like. Together, we’ll awaken that purpose inside you, learn how to cultivate it 🌱, and share stories and lessons learned of those that’ve proved anything is possible when you refuse to quit.
Success isn’t handed to anyone. It’s earned through work.
⚡️Tune in to Diehard Entrepreneur Stories and discover how others have turned hard work into legacy.
I’m on a MISSION to help entrepreneurs create IMPACT.
Get on board at: 🤝 www.devinramos.com
⚡ Let's stay in touch:
Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | LinkedIn
#diehardentrepreneur #businessstrategy #entrepreneurjourney #resilienceinbusiness #growthmindset #realentrepreneurstories #scalingbusiness #expertinterviews #actionableadvice #entrepreneurshiptruths #successmindset #highperformancehabits #entrepreneurlifestyle #buildingwealth #veteranentrepreneurs #businessleaders #entrepreneurpodcast #forwardfactor #devinramos
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What can a former CIA officer teach us about leadership, legacy, and getting things done — in life and in business?
In this episode of Diehard Entrepreneur Stories, I sit down with my friend and mentor Ric Prado, author of Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior. Ric spent 24 years with the CIA, served as Vice President at Blackwater, and now runs his own company while mentoring the next generation of leaders.
From escaping Cuba as an orphan to leading high-risk covert operations around the world, Ric’s story is one of resilience, discipline, and service. We dive into what it means to lead with integrity, how to build trust in high-stakes environments, and why understanding people — not just systems — is the real secret to success.
Whether you’re growing a team, scaling a company, or just trying to become a better leader, Ric’s insights on intentionality, recruitment, and legacy are powerful and deeply applicable to everyday life and business.
💡 If you care about leadership that actually lasts — and impact that goes far beyond titles — this conversation will hit home.
I’m on a MISSION to help entrepreneurs build strong, successful businesses.
Get on board at: 🤝
Learn more about Ric Prado’s journey and grab his book:
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
02:03 Ric Prado Early Life and the Impact of Trauma
05:36 Military Training and the Path to CIA
10:13 Experiences in Nicaragua and Black Ops
12:38 Intentionality in Operations
18:30 The Importance of Relationships
30:26 Recruitment Strategies and Business Parallels
31:53 The Whiffem Principle
34:11 Leadership and Mentorship
38:36 Legacy and Impact of Leadership
41:50 Leadership Lessons and Team Dynamics
50:46 Missed Opportunities in Counterterrorism
55:03 The Importance of Diplomacy in Operations
58:54 Building Effective Teams
1:04:51 Navigating Transition and Identity
1:15:19 Ric Prado Current Ventures and What’s in his Horizon
1:20:38 Ric Prado’s Book
1:25:27 Ric Prado’s Definition to Wealth and Legacy
1:29:00 Ric Prado’s Message to You
1:30:12 Black Ops: Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior & Connect with Rico Prado
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