In this episode, I let you in on a little secret. I launched yet another podcast in January of this year. Each week, my co-host Daphne Scott and I have been creating content that blends ancient wisdom with modern science, psychology, and research.

Here are the insights found in this podcast episode discussing "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz:

These insights offer a comprehensive overview of how the teachings of "The Four Agreements" can be applied to personal growth and spiritual understanding.

In this episode, we'll dig deep into the art of designing your ideal work week.

In today’s fast-paced world, it's easy to become a slave to our schedules, reacting rather than acting. We challenge this norm by exploring how to strategically plan your commitments to align with your personal and professional goals.

Discover the power of recognizing and breaking the patterns that derail your effectiveness. Plus, you’ll learn the invaluable role of consistent journaling, not just as a reflective practice but as a tool to uncover hidden patterns that could be holding you back.

If you are seeking to regain control of your time, this episode provides practical insights and actionable tips that will help you craft a week that works for you, not against you. Tune in to start transforming the way you approach each week and empower yourself with the skills to thrive.

I would love to hear from you. Please take a moment to send me an email and let me know what insight(s) you gained from this episode. My email is [email protected]. 

As a self-employed business owner, applying for the Next Level Mastermind could be the transformative decision that propels your business and personal growth to unprecedented heights. This mastermind group is designed specifically for driven entrepreneurs like you who seek not only to excel in their business ventures but also to live a life marked by fulfillment, peace, and continuous learning.

By joining, you will connect with like-minded professionals in a supportive, collaborative environment that challenges you to surpass your current boundaries. Whether it's overcoming obstacles, strategizing for growth, or simply finding your path to personal satisfaction, the Next Level Mastermind provides the community, resources, and expert guidance necessary to make each step forward impactful.

Don't miss this chance to elevate your business and yourself. Apply today at NextLevelMastermind.info.

In this episode, I share the story of how I recently rediscovered my energy sweet spot for my early morning routine. This immediately reminded me that it's been far too long since I've personally conducted an "Energy Audit."

The Energy Audit Exercise allows you to evaluate the people, places/environments, things, habits/behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that either fill you with energy or drain your energy. It is a powerful tool that you can use to gain insights into your own energy levels.

Going through this process for multiple energy-drains will create an audit that shows you how to maximize your personal energy.

I would love to hear from you. If this episode resonated with you or if you want to provide feedback on the idea of sharing more of these “Reflections From the Front Seat” in The Cliff Ravenscraft Show, please email me at [email protected]. 

In this episode, I share my thoughts on a fascinating topic that reflects our ever-evolving relationship with technology. Here's what you can expect.

I explore the cyclical nature of our desires—how every 18 to 24 months, the allure of new technology, like the latest iPhone for example, captures our full attention. Yet, the excitement for the new quickly fades as it becomes the familiar.

Key Insights & Takeaways:

Join me as we navigate these thoughts, inspired by a simple yet profound interaction on social media. It's a reminder of how interconnected our lives are, thanks to these technological marvels, and a reflection on how we perceive and adapt to changes in our digital tools.

This episode is not just a journey through the lifecycle of technology but also a mirror to our behaviors and expectations.

Whether you're tech-savvy or just enjoy a deeper look into everyday phenomena, there's something in this discussion for you.

Special thanks and shout out to my friend, Ian Anderson Gray, for his recent Facebook Post.

As always, I appreciate your tuning in and look forward to your thoughts and reflections. Please send me an email at [email protected] and let me know how this episode resonated with you.

In this episode, I share a deeply personal and transformative journey - one that challenges the very way I interact with the wisdom that crosses my path. It's a reflection of my own almost insatiable need to capture every insightful word, every profound idea, and then put it in a single repository so that I can instantly retrieve it at a later date.

This compulsion to document, store, and then have the ability to retrieve every nugget of wisdom has, in many ways, cluttered my mind and spirit. It stemmed from a scarcity mindset, a fear that the insight and/or wisdom would not be available to me at some point in the future when needed. But what if I could shift that perspective? What if I could see wisdom as a flowing river, abundant and continually accessible?

Here’s what you will discover:

Here are the four suggestions that I shared:

I hope that sharing this personal journey leads you to some insights of your own. Are there any areas where what I shared resonated with you and your own journey of discovery? I'd love to hear from you. Send me an email at [email protected].

In this podcast episode, I interview my dear friend Jessica Rhodes about her podcast guesting service business, Interview Connections, which she started in 2013.

Over the past decade, her business has become a powerful entity that helps individuals reach their ideal clients and expand their audience.

Listen in to learn valuable tips on how to make a strong impact when given the opportunity to be a guest on other people's podcasts.

Hear are just a few of the key insights from this episode

In this episode, I had the pleasure of coaching Freya Casey, a successful singing coach and single mother of twins based in Germany. Freya has built her coaching business to over six figures but desires to scale even bigger to reach $1 million in annual revenue.

We dove deep into Freya's dreams and goals, uncovering her treasure of becoming the business owner who scales rapidly with a great team behind her. Through our discussion, Freya gained clarity on specific actions she can take to help grow her profits.

If you're a single mom entrepreneur looking for inspiration and community, be sure to connect with Freya through her new podcast "The Single Mom CEO" launching next week. You can also download her free guide at TheSingleMomCEO.com. It has been a pleasure to coaching Freya over the past several years and I look forward to seeing her continued success!

If you are a full-time self-employed business owner and would like to experience a coaching session with me, email me right now at [email protected].

In the timeless words of Maya Angelou, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Drawing inspiration from this profound insight, today's episode shares the most significant lesson I learned from my friend and mentor, Dan Miller.

It is my sincere hope that the essence of this message touches you profoundly.

In this episode, I express who improving your public speaking skills can unlock new opportunities for business growth. More significantly, I highlight how powerful and effective communication can be pivotal, sometimes even a matter of life and death.

At a key moment, about an hour and four minutes in, I recount a powerful story. During the pandemic, a woman entered a Clubhouse room, expressing she was contemplating suicide and sought a reason to keep living. This incident underscores the vital importance of clarity, focus, and memorability in our communication.

Whether we're speaking, teaching, or training, it's crucial to convey our messages in a way that resonates and sticks with the audience, guiding them to grasp and remember our intended message.

Here's what I promised would be in the show notes:

Someone once reacted to a suggestion to reach out to me by saying, "Oh, yeah, but he's Cliff, freaking Ravenscraft." This reaction, while amusing, brings to the surface an essential truth about journeys to success.

It's easy to forget that there was a time when I was just Cliff, an ordinary individual unknown to the world. This transition from obscurity to recognition is a journey filled with learning, growth, and the realization that everyone starts somewhere.

Keeping this in mind, let's delve into some critical takeaways from this episode, highlighting how you can shape your path to becoming a thought leader through authentic and passionate content creation.

Align Content with Mission and Passion: It's crucial to align your content creation with your true passion, mission, purpose, and calling. This approach enables a deeper connection with the audience. I started without much knowledge about content creation but progressed by aligning my efforts with my passion.

Intentional Content for a Select Audience: Crafting content that is very intentional and targeted towards a select audience can help establish a professional reputation. This approach ensures that the content resonates deeply with the intended audience and reflects the creator's expertise and offerings. Note: The more targeted you get with your content, the less appealing it will be to the "broader audience."

Invest in Your Passions and Interests: Giving yourself permission to invest time and resources into your passions and interests can lead to content that is genuine and engaging. This investment not only enriches the content but also helps in personal growth and the realization of dreams.

Commitment to Quality: This isn't for everyone.  However, a few years ago, I made the decision that every piece of content should be "inspired" and of high quality. I've chosen that I will not produced an episode, for this podcast, that is not a '10 out of 10' in quality. This standard ensures that the content is always valuable and worth the "intended audience's" time.

Authenticity and Encouragement: Success in building a following and being a thought leader can be attributed to being authentic and uplifting. Sharing personal stories and encouraging others through your content can create a strong connection with the audience and inspire them, as illustrated by the experience of a follower who attributed his success to influence of the content that I created over the years.