In today's episode of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show , I delve deep into my personal journey with reading. I recall a time when the mere thought of picking up a book was enough to make me groan in protest. But oh, how times have changed! Dive in with me as I recount my transformation from a reluctant reader to someone who now revels in the world of books. Key Takeaways: My Aversion to Reading : The roots of my reading aversion can be traced back to my elementary, high school and college days. Books ...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 26 min
In this info-packed episode, I'm joined by my longtime friend and fellow online business expert Ray Edwards to dive deep into why we believe Kajabi is the ultimate all-in-one platform for online business owners. Ray and I take a trip down memory lane to remember the "bad old days" of cobbling together a frankenstein's monster of different tools, services, and platforms just to create and sell an online course or membership site. We share horror stories of downtime, limited storage and bandwidth,...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 14 min
In this episode, join myself and the incredible Anne-Michelle Frances as we dive deep into "The Power of Mastermind Groups." Have you ever wondered why some entrepreneurs seem to excel, breakthrough challenges, and consistently level up? Often, they're not going it alone. They're harnessing the collective wisdom of a mastermind. In our conversation, we discuss: ✅ Why masterminds are the game-changer you might be missing. ✅ Real-life success stories stemming from powerful group dynamics. ✅ The ma...
Oct 10, 2023•53 min
In this episode, I share the recording of a live stream coaching session that I did with Scott Blair. Scott is an aspiring entrepreneur with a burning desire to dedicate more of his professional life to his true calling. Despite achieving remarkable success at his job, even becoming the #1 regional sales manager at his company, Scott faces challenges. He grapples with impostor syndrome and struggles to foster the self-discipline and consistency needed to realize his dream of launching an online ...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 22 min
In this episode, you'll gain amazing new insights as you listen to my 90-minute live coaching session with Andrea. Together, we dive deep into transforming her limiting beliefs, setting a vision for her ideal future, and outlining actionable next steps. Andrea shares her desire to shift from survival mode—working multiple jobs—to having more freedom, self-care, and the ability to serve others in a profound way. We explore techniques such as scripting, visualization, and transformative language t...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 37 min
I recently published episode 705 of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show where I invited my great friend, Megan Porta, to have a conversation about our experiences with manifesting success and turning our dreams into reality. We included "The Law of Attraction" in the title. The feedback that has come in from that episode has been incredible. Most of the feedback was along the lines of surprise that I, Cliff Ravenscraft, am a strong believer in "The Law of Attraction." One person wrote that she was blown ...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 21 min
In this empowering episode of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show, I share how to break through the fears holding you back from fully stepping into your purpose and sharing your fullest expression of your authentic self with the world. I discuss the four primary fears that sabotage our dreams - fear of rejection, fear of judgment, fear of failure, and feeling not good enough. We explore where these fears originate, how they hold us back, and why it’s so critical we move through them. The costs of letting...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 34 min
I'm so excited to share this episode with you! I had the pleasure of being joined by my good friend Megan Porta. As an experienced entrepreneur in the food blogging space, Megan brings a wealth of knowledge. And like me, she has a passion for the topics of manifestation and the Law of Attraction. In this episode, Megan and I give an overview of what manifestation and the Law of Attraction are all about. We share some of our own personal stories of times we've successfully manifested things into ...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 8 min
On today’s show, we explored four powerful rules for cultivating an empowered entrepreneurial mindset. These principles have been game-changing for me as an entrepreneur. By applying them, I’ve been able to stay focused on what matters most through the rollercoaster ride of building multiple businesses over the past 15+ years. I hope they provide value to you on your journey as well. Here’s a quick recap of the four rules we covered: Rule #1 - Accept What You Can’t Control As entrepreneurs, so m...
Jul 17, 2023•56 min
In this episode, I share a recording from a recent Ask Me Anything session that I hosted. During the session, Kristy posted the following question in the chat: "I need courage to start a blog that I can monetize. Do you have any words of wisdom? I've tried starting a blog in the past but struggled with maintaining consistency. I don't want to fall into old habits. Please advise. Thanks!" In response, I shared a powerful story to illustrate why Kristy may have been struggling to find the courage ...
Jun 23, 2023•53 min
In this episode of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show, I had the pleasure to deep dive into the creative side of the multifaceted Pat Flynn. Pat, an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and the brain behind "Smart Passive Income," shares how his identity has evolved over time. We talk about how his love for fishing has offered him peace away from his bustling life and business. His answer to why he's here iwas simply profound: to serve and help others. You'll discover to top 3 things that Pat is most proud of...
Jun 20, 2023•55 min
In this episode, I share a deep and insightful conversation with Graham Cochrane. We delved into the journey of making significant shifts in our careers, the challenges that come with it, and the immense growth that can be achieved through these transitions. We discussed the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing the unknown, and the power of mindset in overcoming hurdles and achieving success. Graham shared his personal experiences of pivoting from being known as the 'music ...
Jun 14, 2023•56 min
Imagine having the ability to consistently create value for others while living life freely on your terms. What if you could do so while sharing your passion and knowledge in a way that impacts others? It's a dream held by many, but often stifled by self-limiting fear and imposter syndrome. I recently received an email from a community member grappling with these very struggles. He's worked as an elite engineer for 20+ years, surrounded by amazing people, yet the joy he once derived from his wor...
May 27, 2023•47 min
Welcome back to another powerful episode of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show. In this episode, I had the great privilege of sitting down with my dear friend, Ray Edwards, to discuss his newest book, "Read This Or Die." Ray's book, as the title might suggest, is not just an ordinary read – it's a life-changing guide that alters how you perceive your world. This is a book about revolutionizing your life by harnessing the power of words, and making use of the transformative tools already at your disposal...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 12 min
In this deeply personal and revealing episode, I share my unique experiences with fatherhood, childhood trauma, and the healing journey that followed. I open up about having two dads, dynamics of my relations with each of them. I also candidly discuss two significant mistakes I made as a father and the lessons I learned from them. Perhaps the most profound part of this episode are the two metaphysical experiences I had after my biological dad's death that led to complete healing from childhood t...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 25 min
In this deeply insightful podcast episode, my best friend Ray Edwards and I explore the life-changing principles found in Don Miguel Ruiz's book, "The Four Agreements." We share our personal experiences with these powerful agreements, discussing how they have impacted our lives, especially during challenging moments. We dive into each of the Four Agreements, sharing anecdotes and perspectives on how to be impeccable with our word, not take things personally, not make assumptions, and always do o...
Mar 26, 2023•1 hr 46 min
This episode is a special one, because it contains a very exciting announcement: Free The Dream is back, and it's better than ever! If you're not familiar with Free The Dream, it's a powerful message that Stephanie and I have been sharing for years, and it's all about rediscovering your dreams, overcoming limiting beliefs, and living the life you were meant to live. Now, we're bringing the Free The Dream message to life in a whole new way, with a workshop that is designed to take the Free The Dr...
Feb 26, 2023•59 min
Several years ago, I realized that my brand, Podcast Answer Man, wasn't fully reflecting the guidance I was providing to those seeking strategies, tools and techniques to [fill in the blank]. That's why I decided to evolve my brand to Mindset Answer Man - to provide a better indication of the kind of advice I was giving. As the result of working with so many people, I began to recognize patterns between those who were successful in achieving their podcasting goals and those who were not. What I ...
Jan 28, 2023•30 min
In this episode, I share an enlightening conversation with Michael Hyatt about his upcoming book, Mind Your Mindset , releasing on January 31st. Our discussion contains powerful insights about mindset and how to transform your thinking to achieve the results you desire in life. This is an episode that you'll definitely want to listen to a second time and take notes! Below are just a few of the insights contained within this episode: Everything rises or falls on your thinking. Michael paid his ex...
Jan 21, 2023•58 min
There are seven self-care practices that I have found essential for me to be able to operate at my fullest potential personally, professionally and spiritually. In this episode, I share each of these seven practices as well as some of my experience with each practice. Are you looking to drive growth and increase the visibility of your business? I am a Master Business Coach, Mentor & Speaker. I have over fifteen years of experience in online business. Through my business, I've helped tens of ...
Jan 14, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Harnessing Equanimity to Conquer Borderline Business Burnout Business burnout is an all-too-common occurrence for many entrepreneurs and business owners. It’s a state of exhaustion, stress, and frustration that can lead to decreased productivity and the inability to stay focused and motivated. If not dealt with, physical and mental health problems can manifest. I know what it feels like to experience business burnout. I’ve been there, done that, and have almost died from it. It’s a crushing fee...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr
If you ever wondered why I shut down my Podcast Answer Man business and rebranded myself as the Mindset Answer Man, this episode will give greater insight into my decision than I've shared previously. Recently, I hosted an "Ask Me Anything" session on the topic of "The Business of Coaching." Kate Nankivell let me know that she would be participating live and that she planned to ask the following question: "I’ve just started a new podcast called The Shape of Kate. I’m at the beginning of my much ...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Did you ever think there would be a day when you would get an episode of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show where I would be talking about building and optimizing Sales Funnels? No, it's not a joke. That's really what this episode is about. In the introduction, I mentioned how I had "unconsciously" judged Russell Brunson and his Click Funnels Brand as something that was not in alignment with my way of approaching business. While I'm not sure that I'll ever become a Click Funnels Customer, I am already a...
Oct 16, 2022•1 hr 15 min
How to Achieve a Mindset that Leads to Success in Business Why do some people achieve great success in business while others fail? The way they think about and approach their business is a big factor, and that's something that i was asked to talk about as a guest on a popular business podcast. In this podcast episode, I'm going to share with you the questions that I was asked and the outline that I used to respond to each question. To start us off, can you talk a bit about your background and ho...
Sep 23, 2022•50 min
In today's thought-provoking episode, we delve deep into a profound dialogue that explores the essence of our personal and professional paths. This dialogue can be a guiding compass, helping us to navigate our journeys with wisdom and heart. Here's a glimpse of what we discuss in this episode: The Importance of Choosing Your Path: We start by discussing the concept that every choice is one among a million paths. The decision to pursue a path should be made freely, without fear or ambition. Disci...
Aug 11, 2022•44 min
The Move From A "To Do" List to A "To Be" List Have you ever been overwhelmed by how much you "have to do" and found yourself thinking that you simply "don't have enough time" to get everything done? Have you ever got caught up in the endless search for the best method of tracking all of your tasks (or To Do Items)? Over the years, I've been paid thousands of dollars to teach people some of my organizational methods for To Do List Management and Time Management. However, the biggest breakthrough...
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Below is the outline that I used to create this podcast episode. I thought that including each of these incredibly powerful questions in the show notes would be of tremendous value you to you. I used to struggle to believe that I could make a living encouraging others through conversations (coaching). My Limiting Beliefs: You don’t get paid to do your “hobby” or “the things you love to do” in this world. Why should you earn money doing what you love when there are so many other people who suffer...
Jul 08, 2022•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, I share a special offer that I'm making for up to 10 new clients who want to take me up on a special coaching offer for $3,500 for either three months or six months of coaching. The coaching offer is specifically focused on the faith and philosophical side of our experience of life. The transformation that I intend to offer is the ability to find peace, love and joy from within yourself regardless of an external circumstance in your life. If you are interested in this offer, ema...
Jul 01, 2022•1 hr 8 min
This episode contains just one incredibly powerful story how how my participation within a mastermind group has made my dreams, personally and professionally, become reality. Click here to see the video version of the message included within this episode. If you are full-time self-employed or plan to become full-time self employed within the next 12 to 18 months, I want to invite you to CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THE NEXT LEVEL MASTERMIND TODAY . Here are a few testimonials from current and former ...
Jun 21, 2022•46 min
In this episode, I talk about the four zones of work, described in the book The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks . If you have not figured out what your Zone of Genius is, I encourage you to read this book and answer all the questions that are found within its covers. If you have read this book and still don't know what your Zone of Genius is, or you have not found a way to increase the percentage of your work week within your Zone of Genius, I'd encourage you to apply for my one-on-one coaching via my...
Jun 09, 2022•43 min