Beyond Six Figures

Episode 18: Laura Thompson on Living Your Values in Business


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Show Notes:

In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, host Ziv Raviv sits down with Laura Thompson, executive coach, speaker, and soon-to-be author of A Culture of Values. Laura has guided leaders across Fortune 500 companies, NGOs, nonprofits, startups, and international organizations. Her mission: to show leaders how to lead with integrity, clarity, and values – not just strategies.

With over a decade of executive coaching experience and a background in finance, seed investing, and communications, Laura bridges hard business realities with human-centered leadership. Her work highlights the often-overlooked truth: when values are missing, businesses lose trust, culture weakens, and long-term growth suffers.

Episode Highlights:
  • Why values matter more than ever – and how organizations lose momentum when they’re ignored.
  • Recognizing the signs of “value blind spots” – from disengaged employees to frustrated customers.
  • The values exercise – a simple but powerful tool Laura uses to align leaders and teams with their deeper purpose.
  • Case study: sustainability in advertising – how one leader turned waste into purpose by aligning with his team’s values.
  • Balancing people, purpose, and profitability – the real North Star of resilient organizations.
  • Soft skills as hard skills – why communication, listening, and empathy are core leadership competencies.
  • Generational differences in listening – how younger leaders can adapt and improve presence in virtual and real-world communication.
  • Practical takeaways – creating a culture of values in your team, organization, or even your family.
  • About Laura Thompson:

    As an executive coach, communications strategist, and bestselling author, Laura is deeply committed to guiding individuals, teams, and organizations through values-driven transformation. Her work is rooted in self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and pragmatic leadership, helping leaders align with their core values while driving meaningful change.

    With a sharp analytical mind and a thoughtful, reflective approach, she balances strategic vision with human connection. Her coaching, advisory, and writing reflect a passion for authenticity, belonging, and positive long-term impact, making her known as a trusted partner for those striving to lead with purpose.

    Resources & Links Mentioned:
    • Laura Thompson’s Website
    • Connect on LinkedIn
    • Preorder your copy of her book, A Culture of Values: The Principles of Transformational Leadership, to be published January, 2026. On Amazon and you can find it on other platforms.
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      Beyond Six FiguresBy Ziv Raviv