Beyond Six Figures

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In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, Ziv Raviv sits down with Rob Hinds, founder and CEO of Raise Your Lead Consulting, to uncover how business coaches can grow sustainably, serve more clients effectively, and avoid the quick-fix trap. With more than 20 years of experience in leadership, business development, and process optimization, Rob shares how he built his coaching practice from scratch—leveraging relationships, referrals, and speaking engagements—and why he believes small wins are the true foundation of lasting success.

Whether you’re a new coach wondering how to get clients, or a seasoned coach ready to expand your reach, this episode will give you practical strategies and mindset shifts you can implement right away.

Episode Highlights:
  • How Rob transitioned from the beauty industry into coaching multiple industries, including manufacturing and retail.
  • How Rob turned long-standing relationships into his first clients and scaled from there.
  • Why small wins create big advocacy, and how to ask for referrals effectively.
  • The chambers, associations, and groups that gave Rob traction early on.
  • How local speaking engagements became his most effective growth tool.
  • Why Rob refuses to work with “quick fix” seekers and why mindset + action matter more than anything.
  • How becoming certified shaped Rob’s coaching methods and credibility.
  • How Rob helped businesses on the verge of closing pivot into profitable, sustainable models.
  • Why Rob only uses AI for research and insists on keeping original client thinking intact.
  • About Rob Hinds:

    Rob is a small business consultant, personal coach, advisor, and trainer spanning more than 20 years, with a specific focus on the development of people and building or refining processes. Rob’s background also includes successful careers in sales and business development, creating and facilitating group training programs, and small business ownership in multiple industries.

    As a serial learner, Rob applies his knowledge to increase his personal and professional skills. Rob uses factual, proven data to assist his clientele in their growth process(es). Rob walks the talk on the subjects he advises on.

    Rob continues to refine his focus to growing professionals, in all ranges, through customizing business processes, elevating communication skills, and developing leadership abilities. A dynamic mindset through detailed research keeps Rob on the forefront of real, valuable information. 

    His ‘Avant-garde’ approach to group programs and individual discovery will result in the winning solutions for everyone he serves.

    ‘Non-traditional’, unbiased, and open-minded are the best ways to describe his approach. His communication style can be described as clear, direct, and kind.

    Links & Resources Mentioned:
    • Contact: https://dot.cards/raiseyourlidconsulting 
    • Website: https://coachingforsmallbusinesses.com

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      Beyond Six FiguresBy Ziv Raviv