Best Answerman Podcasts (2026)

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802 - Why Podcast Answer Man Is Back. The Full Story 39:11

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9d ago39:11

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Twenty years ago, I launched my very first podcast with no idea where it would lead. What began as a hobby eventually changed the trajectory of my life, my work, and my family. It also led to the creation of Podcast Answer Man and Podcasting A to Z, two things that played a massive role in the early podcasting industry. If you’ve followed my journe…

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801 - The Moment My Business Needed a Course Correction and How I Realigned It 47:33

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In this episode, I share the honest moment when I reached the end of September and realized my business was not heading in the direction I wanted. I walk you through the course correction that followed, the clarity that came from a deep review of my life and work, and the renewed alignment that shaped the path forward. You’ll hear the full story be…

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800 - Lack of Confidence? 23:33

29d ago23:33

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In this episode I talk about something I’ve seen a lot lately. People tell me they want to move forward. They want to start the thing, launch the idea, reach out to the person, publish the content, say yes to the opportunity. But they’re stuck because the unknowns feel too big and the confidence simply isn’t there. The problem is that confidence do…

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799 - The Zoom PodTrak P4next: The Most Impressive Podcast Device I’ve Used in Years 1:17:19

29d ago1:17:19

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In this episode I return to my Podcast Answer Man roots and share an in-depth review of my newest and most unexpected favorite piece of podcast gear. The Zoom PodTrak P4next! This tiny device delivers almost everything I rely on from the Rodecaster Pro 2 at a fraction of the size and a fraction of the cost, coming in at only $179. I'll walk you thr…

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798 - How to Keep Your Voice Human in an AI World 37:34

2M ago37:34

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Today’s episode is something a little different. I recorded this message from the front seat of my car (my “mobile studio”) during one of those early morning creative bursts that often come during my fall routines. Before we dive in, you’ll notice the audio quality sounds a little different than my usual in-studio setup. I explain why in the intro,…

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797 - Stop Thinking Like a Content Creator & Start Thinking Like A Business Owner Who Creates Content (with Austin Armstrong) 57:50

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Today, I had an incredible conversation with Austin Armstrong, an entrepreneur, speaker, and creator whose journey perfectly embodies what it means to stop thinking like a content creator and start thinking like a business owner who creates content. Austin is the founder of Syllaby, an AI-powered video marketing platform that helps entrepreneurs an…

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796 - Can I Get Paid To Speak If I’m Not Famous? A Deep-Dive With Grant Baldwin of The Speaker Lab 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

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I’m working with a client who is a gifted communicator with years of real-world experience. He kept hearing that paid speaking is off limits unless you are already well known, can sell tickets by name alone, or have a massive audience. I knew that wasn’t the full story. So I brought in someone I trust and have known for nearly 15 years, Grant Baldw…

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795 - Can You Really Get Paid to Connect People? A Conversation with Kevin Thompson 1:00:53

3M ago1:00:53

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In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Thompson, a man who has built an extraordinary business around something most people only do out of kindness: connecting others. I’ve met plenty of people over the years who are natural connectors. They love introducing friends, clients, and peers to each other. Those introductions often lead to life-changing …

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794 - Can You Still Get Paid to Blog in 2025? With Megan Porta of Eat Blog Talk 45:14

3M ago45:14

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Over the past few years, I've heard several people suggest that "blogging is dead." However, one of my favorite coaching clients earns her primary income from her blog and also hosts retreats and an annual conference for an entire community of food bloggers who earn an income from their blogging efforts. So I invited my client, Megan Porta, and ask…

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793 - Destroying Limiting Beliefs in Less Than 12 Minutes: A Real Conversation Example 37:59

3M ago37:59

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Over and over again, I’ve witnessed the power of a single conversation. Sometimes it happens over the course of an hour or more. Other times, it happens in less than twelve minutes. That’s what you’ll hear in this episode. Recently, I joined my friend Ray Edwards during one of his live streams. We had no plan for what we would talk about. He invite…

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792 - The Most Important Story You’ll Ever Hear Is the One You Tell Yourself About Yourself 1:31:56

4M ago1:31:56

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What if the most important story you’ll ever hear isn’t about someone else, but about you? In this episode, I share something deeply personal from a recent hot seat in my Green Room mastermind. I asked my peers, Pat Flynn, Leslie Samuel, Mark Mason, Ray Edwards, and Michael Stelzner, how they would describe me and the work I do in the world. Their …

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791 - When the Noise Clears: Lessons from August’s Free The Dream Workshop 1:11:03

4M ago1:11:03

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When I recorded Episode 787 back on August 11th, I was filled with anticipation. The Free The Dream Workshop was just around the corner, and I wanted to give you a sense of what was coming. Now, just a few weeks later, the event has taken place… and it’s hard to put into words just how powerful it was. In this episode, I want to take you behind the…

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790 - Trusting the Journey in the Midst of Life’s Greatest Trials 38:41

4M ago38:41

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I want to share two stories with you today. One from my mentor, Dan Miller, and one from my friend Freya Casey. Both have confirmed the way I see life, faith, and even death itself. Dan was told in December of 2023 that he had advanced pancreatic cancer. No treatment. No cure. Six months to live at most. His very first words to me after receiving t…

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789 - The Truth Behind Stress And Fear 1:02:02

4M ago1:02:02

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When Jordan showed up for my How May I Serve You? livestream, he came with a familiar question: "Cliff, you’ve been through big events and big stress. What have you learned about managing it?" He wasn’t asking about marketing, business models, or strategy. He was looking for relief from the kind of stress that nearly wrecked him two years ago when …

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788 - How to Reach the People You're Meant to Serve 53:35

4M ago53:35

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In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with David, a naturopathic doctor with a thriving local practice and a powerful desire to serve people on a much larger scale. He came to our conversation with a question that so many purpose-driven creators wrestle with: “How do I reach the people I’m meant to serve… especially when I doubt whether …

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787 - Free The Dream Workshop Explained: Stories, Insights, and How to Know If It’s Right for You 1:06:47

5M ago1:06:47

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What we envision as “bigger” often turns out to be less effective than the intimate alternative. Sometimes, a smaller gathering proves more beneficial for everyone involved. In this episode, I share the story of the original Free The Dream message and how it has evolved over time. You’ll hear why we shifted our vision from hosting annual conference…

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782 - Not Sunshine and Rainbows: The Truth Behind Dream Jobs 39:56

5M ago39:56

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In this deeply personal episode of The Cliff Ravenscraft Show, I reconnect with longtime listener and creative soul Boone Langston, whose journey from uncertainty to alignment took him all the way to Denmark—where he now designs official LEGO sets. What begins as a moment of appreciation quickly unfolds into a rich, multi-layered conversation about…

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779 - Am I Self-Employed or a Business Owner? Releasing the False Dichotomy 33:06

5M ago33:06

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In this episode, I reconnect with my longtime friend Colin Yearwood for a deep, soul-level conversation about identity, control, and redefining success. Colin vulnerably shares the tension he’s been holding around the question, “Am I a business owner or just self-employed?” After nearly a decade of serving powerfully inside other people’s coaching …

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778 - Loving What Is: Releasing the Belief That You Should Be Further Along 1:12:42

5M ago1:12:42

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In this deeply reflective conversation, Michael Jones joins me for a powerful exploration of risk, money, drive, and perception. It began as a question about entrepreneurial risk tolerance, but quickly evolved into something much more profound. We explored the illusion of certainty, the myth of control, and how even the belief “I should have more m…

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774 - Real Business Growth, One Conversation at a Time 1:03:28

6M ago1:03:28

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In this episode, I had the joy of coaching Lauren Kretzmer, a licensed therapist stepping boldly into the world of coaching. She brings with her years of experience, a powerful methodology that integrates EMDR, hypnosis, and deep emotional rewiring, and a heart full of desire to serve. Lauren came with two questions: “How do I find clients for my c…

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773 - You're Never Stuck: How to Evaluate, Realign, and Begin Again 42:35

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In this episode, I had the joy of connecting with Josh, a long-time listener who first discovered my work at the age of 15. Now 24, he's running his own business, working for a startup, and navigating what it means to live with purpose and alignment. Josh came into the live stream with a deep and powerful question: How do I stay focused on long-ter…

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772 - Distraction as Enlightenment | Reclaiming Imagination | Podcasting as a Path to Service | Freedom From Judgment 2:10:34

6M ago2:10:34

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In this episode, I bring you something that’s been on my heart to recreate for years. Inspired by the spontaneous, powerful moments I used to have during the Clubhouse era, I’ve launched a new live format called "How May I Serve You Today? Ask Me Anything." The idea is simple: I open a Zoom room, stream it live on Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn, a…

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771 - There Is No ‘Right’ Next Step… And Yes, You Have Blindspots! So What? 1:01:52

7M ago1:01:52

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In this episode, I speak to the quiet anxiety that so many high-functioning people carry: the belief that if they could just identify the "next right step," everything would click into place. And when they finally do feel clarity? That clarity is immediately followed by... doubt. "Am I missing something? Is there a blindspot I can't see?" Here's th…

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766 - The Joy of Opting Out - Why Learning Less Allows You To Achieve More (A Conversation with Pat Flynn) 50:58

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In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Pat Flynn to explore the creative process… not from strategy, but from center. Pat and I talk about what it looks like to create without pressure to learn everything all at once, to unsubscribe from all the distractions without losing clarity, and to build something meaningful without needing to c…

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764 Divine Timing & Synchronicity: The Two Business Strategies You Won’t Learn in Any Marketing Book 45:17

9M ago45:17

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Have you ever felt like you did everything right—crafted the perfect offer, had an incredible experience with a potential client, they committed to becoming your next paying client—and then, just before it was time to sign the agreement and make payment, they went radio silent? Or maybe you've had a "chance" conversation that shifted everything and…

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763 - Don’t Stay Trapped In The Maze of Business and Life 21:56

10M ago21:56

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Over the years, I’ve had the honor of witnessing some of the most incredible transformations—people who have stepped into what once felt impossible. I’ve seen them break through fears, rewrite their stories, and create lives that they once believed were out of reach. But for every person who finds their way forward, there are just as many who stay …

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762 - From Code to Conversation: Exploring AI’s Human-Like Depth 1:28:44

10M ago1:28:44

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In this episode, I take you on a completely unfiltered, unscripted journey into the world of AI co-hosting. What happens when an artificial intelligence becomes a conversation partner in a live stream? Can AI truly engage in deep, meaningful dialogue, or is it just an advanced prediction engine spitting out words? Recently, I discovered an AI voice…

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761 - I Tried AI’s ‘Roast Me’ Feature… And It Went for the Jugular 12:44

10M ago12:44

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Curiosity got the best of me. While testing out an AI tool on the X platform, I saw a suggested prompt that stopped me in my tracks: "Roast Me." I hesitated for a second, then clicked the button. And let’s just say... AI didn’t hold back. The response it gave me was brutal. But here’s the thing—it didn’t actually impact me. Instead, it triggered so…

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760 - Born to Run: Why Playing It Safe Is Costing You Your True Potential 10:17

11M ago10:17

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The Wild Horse and the Farmer A young stallion, swift and strong, roamed the open plains, its hooves striking the earth with power, its mane flowing in the wind. It had been born to run, to navigate the wide expanse, and to test its strength against the forces of nature. One day, a well-meaning farmer saw the horse and admired its beauty. “You are …

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759 - You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out 44:44

11M ago44:44

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Have you ever hesitated to take action because you felt like you needed to have everything planned out in advance? Do you find yourself waiting for the perfect moment when all the details are clear before you move forward? If so, this episode is for you. Recently, I had a coaching conversation with someone who had a big vision—a dream of launching …

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758 - Keeping Those Relationships Alive 29:52

11M ago29:52

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In this episode, I'm sharing an insight from my recent "What Are You Creating?" podcast interview with Charlie Birney, founder of Podville, a successful podcast media production company. This conversation with Charlie was inspired by my work with two coaching clients interested in starting podcast production businesses. When helping people in the e…

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757 - The Art of Deep Study 58:43

11M ago58:43

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In this episode, I share my experiences and thoughts on what I call the art of deep study. Though I don't claim mastery of this skill, I've experienced transformative seasons of focus and concentration that have profoundly shaped my personal, professional, and spiritual life. Instead of rushing through books or materials, I advocate for a deliberat…

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756 - Where Focus Goes, Energy Flows 1:05:58

12M ago1:05:58

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What if I told you that you have access to a power so profound that mastering it could transform your life? In this episode, I dive deep into the concept of focus and explore how it shapes our reality. You may have heard the phrase, “Where focus goes, energy flows,” but have you ever taken the time to truly understand its deeper meaning? That’s exa…

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755 - From Resistance to Creative Flow: The Power of Solitude and Reflection 1:27:26

12M ago1:27:26

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Over the past few weeks, I’ve been on a transformative journey—a personal creative retreat that has pushed me to reflect, adjust, and ultimately break through the resistance that was holding me back. If you've ever felt stuck, uninspired, or like your creative energy just isn’t flowing the way you know it could, this episode is for you. In this epi…

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754 - Inspired Ideas and New Habits: Crafting Better Routines for Life and Business 2:23:53

12M ago2:23:53

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In this episode, I share my experiences and insights from my current personal, creative, and working retreat in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. I explore the importance of breaking free from habitual patterns and establishing new routines. This extended episode demonstrates the authentic and transparent communication style I use in my Train With …

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753 - The Creative Retreat | A Time To Reset, Recharge, and Reimagine Your Daily Routines 52:06

1y ago52:06

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Are Your Daily Routines Serving You? As we approach the start of 2025, I invite you to reflect on this question: Are the routines that make up your daily and weekly life delivering the results you truly desire? If not, perhaps it's time to shake things up. In this episode, I share my personal decision to completely break away from my current routin…

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752 - Harvesting Growth: How a Seed Planting Strategy Drives Results 1:02:42

1y ago1:02:42

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In this episode, I’m diving deep into a metaphor that has shaped much of my success in the past: seed planting. This concept has been a powerful reminder for me that the results we see in our lives and businesses are directly tied to the seeds we consistently plant, not just the harvest we hope to reap. Don't judge the success of today by the harve…

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751 - The Entrepreneurial Lessons Hidden in an Amateur Radio Journey with Jim Newcomb 1:48:19

1y ago1:48:19

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This episode comes with a bit of a backstory. What started as a conversation for my hobby podcast about Amateur Radio, Cliff’s Notes on Amateur Radio, turned into something much bigger—a treasure trove of insights about the entrepreneurial journey. I sat down with Jim Newcomb, founder of Lido Radio Products, to talk about his fascinating history in…

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750 - Rewiring Your Inner Baseline: Training the Nervous System for Emotional Well-Being 45:14

1y ago45:14

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In this episode, I guide you through understanding what it means to recalibrate your internal emotional homeostasis and provide actionable steps to foster long-term emotional stability, resilience, and balance. Through simple practices like breathwork, mindfulness, meditation, nutrition, and sleep, I'll show you how to gradually shift your nervous …

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749 - A Couple That Dreams Together, Grows Together 1:22:14

1y ago1:22:14

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In this episode, my wife, Stephanie, and I discuss the importance of shared vision and personal dreams in a relationship. We explore how our journey to help others rediscover their ability to dream big dreams began and evolved over time. We share the "50 Things I Want" exercise—a powerful tool that can transform your life. We provide step-by-step i…

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748 - The Magic of Audio First Content Production 56:01

1y ago56:01

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In this episode, I speak about the enduring power and benefits of audio-first content creation, specifically podcasting. Even as the media landscape continues to evolve, I firmly believe that audio podcasting remains a highly valuable and underutilized strategy for building your message, business, and influence. I share my own extensive experience …

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747 - What Do You Desire? - Does Your Path Have A Heart? 51:25

1y ago51:25

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In this episode, I explore a common struggle many entrepreneurs face: feeling like they've wasted years on the wrong path. I share two transformative quotes that have deeply influenced my understanding of the entrepreneurial journey. Key points: Introduction to Alan Watts' philosophy on pursuing what you truly desire. The challenge of overcoming so…

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746 - Outline Any Talk in 15 Minutes or Less: A Proven 9-Question Method | Cliff’s Notes On Public Speaking - Part 2 50:45

1y ago50:45

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In this episode, I'm thrilled to share a proven method for quickly and effectively outlining presentations, talks, webinars, or any form of communication. At the core of this approach are nine focusing questions I learned from my public speaking mentor. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting out, this episode will equip you with the too…

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745 - From Shaky Starts to Standing Ovations: Cliff’s Notes On Public Speaking - Part 1 1:21:37

1y ago1:21:37

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In this episode, I take you on a thrilling journey from my days as a nervous wreck to becoming a confident public speaker. It's a tale of transformation that many can relate to, filled with challenges, breakthroughs, and valuable lessons learned along the way. I'll reveal four game-changing strategies that not only revolutionized my approach to pub…

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744 - Better Together: Navigating Business as a Couple 2:12:25

1y ago2:12:25

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In this episode, I introduce the inaugural installment of the newly relaunched Building A Life And Business Together podcast! I host this show with my wife, Stephanie Ravenscraft, and we're excited to revive the podcast we started a few years ago. We've returned with fresh perspectives, valuable lessons learned, and a clear vision for the direction…

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743 - The Silent Killer of Dreams & Businesses 29:05

1+ y ago29:05

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In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about a silent killer that destroys more businesses than you might imagine—isolation. Drawing from my experiences and observations over two decades, I reveal how isolation can impact entrepreneurs and offer insights on how to overcome it. Key Points: The unexpected challenge of isolation when transit…

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742 - Your #1 Cheerleader Must Be You! 23:29

1+ y ago23:29

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In this episode, I share an insightful response to a question presented in a recent session of my Next Level Coaching program. A participant asked for advice on how to handle it when others don't understand, and perhaps even question or doubt the unique vision you have for your business or entrepreneurial ventures. I open up about my own experience…

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741 - The Million-Dollar Mistake Most Podcasters Make (And How to Avoid It) 1:11:48

1+ y ago1:11:48

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In this episode, I reveal the complete 11-step formula I recommend for building an online business. This valuable content—which people have paid thousands of dollars to receive in my in-person workshops—is now being shared with a wider audience. I start by sharing my own entrepreneurial journey, which began with launching a podcast as a hobby. Over…

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740 - Find something you love so much that you'd do it all day for free. Then become so good at it that people will pay you to do it! 1:20:46

1+ y ago1:20:46

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In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative power of finding something you love so much that you'd be willing to do it all day for free. I share my personal journey, from the early days of discovering podcasting as a hobby while working in insurance, to the point where my passion became my profession. I also explore the concept of hyper-fi…

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739 Beyond Knowledge: Turning Information into Massive Results 1:26:56

1+ y ago1:26:56

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Have you ever wondered if there's a secret to achieving massive success in business and life? In this episode, I reveal the one powerful principle that has been the catalyst for my own incredible growth over the past decade. Listen in as I dive deep into my commentary on chapter 10 of Napoleon Hill's classic book "Think and Grow Rich" and share how…