The Cliff Ravenscraft Show - Mindset Answer Man

By: Cliff Ravenscraft
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  • Are you ready to take your message, your business and your life to the next level? Want to learn from someone with more than a decade of experience, training tens of thousands of people from all around the world? This podcast will help you change your belief about who you are and what you are able to achieve in this world. It will help you rediscover your ability to dream big dreams. It will help you discover and break free from the limiting thoughts, emotions, behaviors and beliefs that are holding you back from living the life that you were created for. My name is Cliff (aka The Mindset Answer Man) and I have personally helped thousands of people launch extremely successful podcasts and businesses built around those podcasts. Among my clients are Pat Flynn, Michael Hyatt, John Lee Dumas, Michael Stelzner, Amy Porterfield, Dan Miller, and so many more. See a list of other "niche podcasts" that I produce at https://www.cliffravenscraft.com/podcast
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  • 759 - You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out

    759 - You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out
    Feb 7 2025
    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 a corporate workshop that could have a massive impact. But instead of taking action, he was stuck in hesitation, waiting until he had everything figured out before making his move. During our conversation, I challenged this mindset by pointing out that many of history's greatest visionaries didn't wait for certainty—they took action despite their doubts. As we talked, I learned that he particularly admired one such visionary: Steve Jobs. Steve Jobs’ 1983 Vision for the Future Back in 1983, Steve Jobs had a clear vision: he wanted to create a sleek, book-sized computer you could carry anywhere. His vision included a built-in radio that would wirelessly connect to databases and other computers, and anyone could learn to use it in just 20 minutes. And the price tag? He wanted it to cost under $1,000. The problem? It was 1983 and the technology didn’t exist. It was impossible at the time! Yet, instead of waiting for the technology to exist, he took action. First, he built the Lisa—a massive, expensive, and ultimately failed computer. Jobs had recruited John Sculley (then CEO of Pepsi) to be Apple's CEO. However, by 1985, internal conflicts escalated between Jobs and Sculley, particularly over the direction of Apple and the disappointing sales of the Macintosh. The board sided with Sculley, stripping Jobs of his role in day-to-day operations. Frustrated, Jobs resigned from Apple. In a 2005 Commencement address given to Stanford University graduates, Steve said the following: So at 30, I was out. And very publicly out. What had been the focus of my entire adult life was gone, and it was devastating. I really didn’t know what to do for a few months. I felt that I had let the previous generation of entrepreneurs down – that I had dropped the baton as it was being passed to me. I met with David Packard and Bob Noyce and tried to apologize for screwing up so badly. I was a very public failure, and I even thought about running away from the valley. But something slowly began to dawn on me — I still loved what I did. The turn of events at Apple had not changed that one bit. I had been rejected, but I was still in love. And so I decided to start over. I didn’t see it then, but it turned out that getting fired from Apple was the best thing that could have ever happened to me. The heaviness of being successful was replaced by the lightness of being a beginner again, less sure about everything. It freed me to enter one of the most creative periods of my life. During the next 5 years, I started a company named NeXT, another company named Pixar, and fell in love with an amazing woman who would become my wife. Pixar went on to create the world’s first computer animated feature film, Toy Story, and is now the most successful animation studio in the world. In a remarkable turn of events, Apple bought NeXT, I returned to Apple, and the technology we developed at NeXT is at the heart of Apple’s current renaissance. And Laurene and I have a wonderful family together I’m pretty sure none of this would have happened if I hadn’t been fired from Apple. It was awful tasting medicine, but I guess the patient needed it. Sometimes life is going to hit you in the head with a brick. Don’t lose faith. I’m convinced that the only thing that kept me going was that I loved what I did. You’ve got to find what you love. And that is as true for work as it is for your lovers. Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. And don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it. And, like any great relationship, it just gets better and better as the years roll on. So keep looking. Don’t settle. Eventually, his vision became reality—the iPad and iPhone exist today because Jobs refused to wait for all the answers and he didn’t give up when “life hit him in the head with a few bricks along the way.” In that same speech, Steve said: “You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward.” This is true for all of us. Waiting for clarity before taking action is a trap. Fear of Failure & The Power of Asking for Help My client also hesitated because he was afraid of putting himself out there and asking for help. Again, Steve Jobs set an example: At age 12, he called Bill Hewlett (of Hewlett-Packard) and asked for spare parts to build a frequency counter—and got a summer job working a dream job! Steve Job’s ...
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    45 mins
  • 758 - Keeping Those Relationships Alive

    758 - Keeping Those Relationships Alive
    Jan 31 2025

    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 early stages of a business dream, I introduce role modeling—finding successful people already doing what you want to do and studying them closely. By learning about their business models, marketing strategies, and offerings, you gain priceless insights and inspiration for your own path..

    During our conversation, Charlie shared a compelling story about a former employee who asked how long he planed to stay in contact with those who had declined his company's services. Charlie's response was simple but profound: he never removes people from his Rolodex because he believes in nurturing relationships for the long term.

    After listening to this episode, I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on your relationships. Think about those friends from school or past clients you've lost touch with over the years. Make a list of 10–15 names and reach out to 1–4 of them for a 30-minute catch-up call. Remember, the goal isn't to sell anything—it's simply to reconnect and keep those relationships alive.

    Additionally, consider implementing a system, like a CRM or relationship manager, to help you stay on top of your connections and schedule regular follow-ups. Maintaining relationships should be a core part of your personal and professional success strategy.
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    30 mins
  • 757 - The Art of Deep Study

    757 - The Art of Deep Study
    Jan 24 2025

    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 deliberate approach that prioritizes depth over breadth. I share eight practices that have defined my most impactful periods of deep study. Here's what we'll cover:

    Practices for Deep Study

    1. Choose a Quiet, Distraction-Free Space

      Create an environment free of interruptions, where focus can flourish. Silence notifications, use airplane mode, and consider soundproof locations or noise-canceling headphones.

    2. Clear Your Mind Before Beginning

      Use rituals like meditation or journaling (e.g., Morning Pages) to calm your mind and transition into a state of focus.

    3. Approach Reading as Soulful Study

      Read slowly and intentionally. Let each sentence resonate with your mind and soul. Digest the deeper meaning behind the words.

    4. Be Present With What Is Being Shared

      Dedicate uninterrupted time blocks. Gently bring your attention back to the material if your mind starts to wander.

    5. Focus on Quality Over Quantity

      It’s not about how many pages or chapters you complete but the depth of understanding and insight you gain.

    6. Take Notes

      Write down key insights, quotes, and reflections. Create detailed journals or visual mind maps to connect concepts and reinforce learning.

    7. Implement

      Apply the lessons you learn in real-life situations. Practice new skills and share your insights with others to deepen understanding.

    8. Revisit

      Regularly review past materials and your notes. Schedule daily, weekly, or monthly reflection sessions to reinforce and deepen your understanding.
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    59 mins

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