Beyond Six Figures

Ziv Raviv
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A no-fluff podcast for transformational coaches who are done with playing small. Host Ziv Raviv dives deep with bold leaders, niche experts, and entrepreneurs who’ve built fully booked practices by mastering the art of micro-niching, building meaningful relationships, and staying radically authentic. If you’re a coach ready to step into your most profitable and purposeful season, this is your weekly dose of real stories, practical insights, and the strategies that move the needle.

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 38: Thorsten Claus on When Your Business Is Ready for Venture Capital

    Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, we sit down with Thorsten (Thor) Claus – founder of ThinkStorm Ventures and a seasoned venture capitalist who has helped build funds ranging from $100 million to over $1 billion. With a career spanning engineering, large-scale data systems, and global investing, Thor brings a rare blend of technical expertise and financial insight.We dive deep into the realities of venture capital – from when it’s the right time to raise money, to how VCs evaluate founders, and what separates a “painkiller” idea from a “vitamin” one. If you’ve ever wondered what makes investors say “yes” (or walk away), this is an episode you don’t want to miss.   Episode Highlights: Thor shares how his journey from engineering massive 20-petabyte systems led him into the world of venture capital. The signals that your business is ready to approach investors and when you should hold back. Why understanding the difference is crucial before talking to a VC. Beyond the product: why storytelling, team fit, and the ability to tackle “what’s hard” matter most. How to position your business as a must-have solution rather than a nice-to-have. Thor’s take on how investors view failure, portfolio risk, and what founders must learn about listening and execution. Practical advice on researching VCs, leveraging networks, and making warm introductions that get attention. Why building relationships and asking better questions often opens doors faster than pitching numbers.   About Thorsten (Thor) Claus: Thorsten Claus is a venture investor and builder with more than 15 years of private equity and venture capital experience. He has raised nine funds, managed over $4.8B across global platforms, and led or overseen more than 120 direct investments, generating returns of 3x–7x net to investors. His current work focuses on dual-use technologies at the intersection of defense, security, and national resilience. Guided by the discipline of Howard Marks, the systems-level thinking of the Consilience Project, and a commitment to internalizing externalities, he invests in teams and technologies that strengthen sovereign capability and long-term societal stability.Beyond capital, Thorsten is a hands-on builder. He machines defense-critical and space components, restores historic race engines, and writes on production systems and resilience at blog.thinkstorm.com. This grounding in physical production complements his investment practice, keeping judgment tied to real-world constraints.   Resources & Links Mentioned: blog.thinkstorm.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/thorstenclaus

    30 min

  2. FEB 27

    Episode 37: RJ Hodges on Stress Mastery for 6–7 Figure Founders

    Show Notes: What does it take to build a thriving business without burning yourself out in the process? Too many entrepreneurs discover the answer the hard way – sacrificing health, relationships, and peace of mind at the altar of success. In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, host Ziv Raviv sits down with RJ Hodges, entrepreneur, speaker, personal mastery coach, and bestselling author of Mission Unstoppable. RJ’s story is one of resilience: losing both parents at a young age, discovering his voice in front of a room at 18, and evolving from helping aspiring entrepreneurs get started to coaching established six- and seven-figure business owners on how to prevent burnout and create a lasting legacy. If you’ve ever wondered how to redefine success on your own terms and still build a business that thrives – this episode will give you both the inspiration and the strategies you need.   Episode Highlights: How RJ’s childhood losses fueled his drive to build a life of meaning and service. Why business success begins with mastering yourself, and the critical question every entrepreneur must ask. The dangers of “sleep when you’re dead” culture and how RJ helps leaders reprogram their relationship with business. The shift entrepreneurs must make once money is no longer the main driver. How RJ brings stress mastery and efficiency training into companies, transforming not just leaders but entire teams. RJ’s philosophy on being the walking billboard for your business and leveraging conversations for referrals. Why RJ wants his name remembered not just for building businesses, but for helping leaders align external success with internal fulfillment.   About RJ Hodges: RJ Hodges is a transformational speaker, entrepreneur, and executive coach who helps high-achieving business owners and executives master stress, prevent burnout, and reclaim their energy for what matters most. His coaching empowers clients to become radically efficient with their time, build sustainable success plans, and continue achieving at a high level, without sacrificing health, relationships, or purpose. RJ’s clients walk away with more clarity, more capacity, and a renewed sense of control over their lives and businesses. He’s the creator of The Art of Mastering YOU, a bestselling co-author alongside Les Brown and George Fraser, and founder of RJHodgesSpeaks, LLC – named one of Atlanta’s top 15 coaches by Influence Digest Magazine.     Links and resources mentioned: linktr.ee/rjhodges www.linkedin.com/in/rjhodgesspeaks

    23 min

  3. FEB 20

    Episode 36: How 30 Minutes a Day on LinkedIn Could Transform Your Coaching Business with Scott Aaron

    Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, we sit down with Scott Aaron, a three-time bestselling author, internationally acclaimed business coach, and LinkedIn growth strategist. Scott shares how he went from $1.5 million in debt and bankruptcy to building a thriving, million-dollar business by mastering authentic human connection on LinkedIn. He unpacks his proven four-part system for generating leads, building trust, and standing out in today’s AI-driven content landscape. If you’ve ever wondered how to actually use LinkedIn to grow your coaching or consulting business without paid ads or spammy automation, this conversation is packed with insights you can act on immediately.   Episode Highlights: Scott’s comeback story – from fitness trainer with crushing debt to LinkedIn business growth expert. Why LinkedIn beats every other social platform for coaches and consultants working with business professionals. Scott’s 4-part LinkedIn system: SEO-optimized profile setup. Building the right connection network. A five-prong direct messaging strategy. Content creation that builds authority and trust. How Scott’s clients win big on LinkedIn – from $15K consulting contracts to $1.5M in local deals. Overcoming objections about LinkedIn’s activity levels and why now is the best time to be consistent. The truth about LinkedIn ads – what works, what doesn’t, and when to use boosted posts. Standing out in the AI-content era by blending tech tools with authentic storytelling and relatability. The Expert Content Society – how Scott and his wife are helping coaches create engaging LinkedIn content with AI-powered custom prompts. Why just 30 minutes a day on LinkedIn can transform your business if done strategically.   About Scott Aaron: Internationally acclaimed and award-winning online marketer, best-selling author, top podcaster, and speaker, Scott Aaron, is the go-to specialist when it comes to converting traffic, establishing connections, generating leads, creating sales, and building personal brands all using LinkedIn.   Fully immersing himself in learning LinkedIn and social media strategies, Scott quickly gained traction as a leader in generating big results for other business professionals, entrepreneurs, online business owners, and business coaches. Scott is passionate about helping fellow entrepreneurs achieve success while building their own network organically and without complicated and costly marketing tactics.  His program has helped thousands experience explosive growth following his proven system and strategies. People-focused and result-driven, Scott’s strategic approach to teaching others how to create wealth online and organic traffic is the game changer when it comes to competing in a saturated digital world.   Links and resources mentioned: Website: www.thetimetogrow.com

    29 min

  4. FEB 13

    Episode 35: Karen Covy on How High Performers Decide in Divorce (Without Regret)

    Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, host Ziv Raviv sits down with Karen Covy, a divorce coach, lawyer, mediator, and author who has dedicated her career to helping people navigate one of life’s most difficult transitions: divorce. Karen shares her journey from attorney to coach, and why she chose to focus on empowering clients with clarity, choices, and decision-making strategies. She explains how most people think divorce is only about the law – when in reality, the law is only 10% of the process. The other 90% comes down to decisions, communication, and managing emotions. Her mission? To help people avoid regret, understand their options, and use proven decision-making frameworks to move through divorce with strength and clarity.   Episode Highlights: Why Karen left a successful legal career to become a divorce coach. The shocking discovery that most lawyers don’t explain all client options and how that inspired her new path. Why the law is only 10% of divorce, and the 90% that makes the real difference. How Karen uses research-based tools (like those from Decisive by Chip & Dan Heath) to help clients overcome analysis paralysis. Why Karen won’t make decisions for her clients but instead gives them the clarity and confidence to choose. Why hiring a coach first can save time, money, and years of heartache. How the skills Karen teaches her clients carry into all areas of life – business, parenting, relationships, and more. How Karen grew her divorce coaching practice with referrals, SEO, social media, podcasting, and educational products.   About Karen Covy: Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach, Lawyer, Mediator, Author, Speaker and Podcaster. She coaches busy professionals and business owners all over the world to make clear, confident decisions about their most important relationships. She also helps them navigate through divorce with less conflict, unecessary expense, and needless drama so that they can create the life they truly desire sooner rather than later. . Karen is the author of When Happily Ever After Ends: How to Survive Your Divorce Emotionally, Financially, and Legally. She is also the creator of the online divorce programs, The Divorce Road Map 3.0 and How to Successfully Mediate Your Divorce as well as the host of the podcast, Off the Fence: Mastering Decision-Making Divorce and More.   Links and resources mentioned: https://karencovy.com/ https://www.facebook.com/KarenCovy https://twitter.com/KarenCovy https://www.linkedin.com/in/karencovy https://www.instagram.com/karencovylawyer https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjduJ54De46L1g69v3yQgrQ https://www.tiktok.com/@karen.covy

    32 min

  5. FEB 6

    Episode 34: Jill Maidment on Why Resilience, Not Revenue, Defines Great Leadership

    Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, Ziv Raviv sits down with Jill Maidment, founder and CEO of Natural Talent and one of the world’s top executive coaches. With over 12,000 hours of coaching delivered to senior leaders across the FTSE 250, Fortune 500, and public sector organizations, Jill brings unmatched experience in helping executives thrive under pressure. Known for her ethical, purpose-driven approach, Jill has built a reputation for cutting through the noise of “coaching fluff” and instead delivering tailored strategies that balance coaching and mentoring. She specializes in resilience, hybrid leadership, and leading through uncertainty – skills that every executive needs in today’s fast-paced and high-stakes environment. If you’ve ever wondered why senior leaders sometimes need more than open-ended questions and how real coaching impact is created at the top – this conversation will give you the answers.   Episode Highlights: From sales and marketing to building one of the UK’s most respected executive coaching practices Why senior executives often need direct insights, not just reflective questions How Jill helps leaders “bounce forward” from setbacks and manage stress in high-pressure roles The fast-paced, output-driven style of U.S. leadership coaching versus the meeting-heavy UK approach How Jill navigates sensitive dynamics when working with entire leadership teams in the same organization Why Jill refuses to chase profit maximization and instead focuses on authentic, purpose-driven transformation Why not all clients need year-long packages and how Jill adapts coaching duration to each leader’s goals The role of bite-sized learning, psychometrics, and personalized assignments in sustaining transformation   About Jill Maidment: Jill Maidment is a multi-award-winning Global Senior Executive Business Coach & Mentor, Leadership Transformation Expert, Career & Outplacement Coach, Resilience Specialist, Author and Speaker, and Founder and CEO of Natural Talent, Bristol.  Jill has over 2 decades of expertise transforming leaders & teams often in FTSE 250, Fortune 500, large SMEs & within the public sector, with client satisfaction levels at 100%.   She gets to the heart of complex leadership challenges very quickly and after 22 years & 12,000+ hours Coaching C-suite executives & their teams, she knows that sustainable transformation comes from practical, actionable, measurable solutions.   Her approach blends empathy with results-driven strategies, helping leaders to navigate organisational change and M&A transitions, build high-performing, engaged teams, develop effective hybrid working cultures, and create measurable performance improvements.   Jill has published eBooks on hybrid leadership, resilience, and soft skills, and many audio books and virtual classrooms on key leadership topics.   Links and Resources Mentioned: Website is: www.natural-talent.com LinkedIn is: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillmaidmentatnaturaltalent/ Links to my audio books, eBooks, and virtual classrooms: https://bookboon.com/en/jill-maidment-author

    27 min

  6. JAN 30

    Episode 33: How Vanessa Cabrera Turns Mindset Into Money on Social

    Show Notes: What happens when you lose your job, find out you’re pregnant, and get left by your partner – all in the same week? For Vanessa Cabrera, it was the beginning of a bold entrepreneurial journey. In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, Vanessa reveals how mastering her own mindset through NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) transformed not only her business but the results of her clients. She shares how to ditch “fluff content,” harness the psychology of social media, and make fearless, revenue-driving decisions that change everything. If you’ve ever wondered whether social media is dead – or how to actually use it to drive real sales – this conversation is for you.   Episode Highlights: How losing her job, her partner, and facing single motherhood pushed Vanessa to build her business from scratch. Why combining NLP, hypnosis, and timeline therapy with her marketing strategies exploded client results. How eliminating fear and worry unlocked bold decision-making and rapid business growth. Vanessa’s $120K bet on personal development and why sales training was a major game-changer. Why most content fails (aka “fluff”), and how to position yourself as the solution to cut through the noise. Turning speaking opportunities, signature talks, and corporate contracts into new revenue streams. How telling her unfiltered story drew in her ideal clients, especially women and single moms.   About Vanessa Cabrera: Vanessa Cabrera is the marketing maverick behind multiple five-figure months and jaw-dropping six-figure paydays. Named one of CEO Weekly’s Top 15 Business Coaches in the country, she blends hypnotic mindset rewiring with organic social media strategy to help women bank on their brilliance. No gimmicks. No trends. Just real results. She’s a Master Certified NLP Business Coach/Trainer, corporate contract queen, and keynote mic-dropper who’s shared stages with ICF, American Express, and more. Her clients begin to make in one-month what they used to make in one year!   Links and resources mentioned: https://vanessa-cabrera.com/theimplementer https://www.facebook.com/vcabrera21 https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessacabrera

    26 min

  7. JAN 23

    Episode 32: Why More Data Doesn’t Always Mean Better Decisions with Andrea Jones-Rooy

    Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, host Ziv Raviv sits down with Andrea Jones-Rooy, PhD – a dynamic data scientist, educator, and performer who has dedicated her career to making data accessible, creative, and human. From teaching thousands of students at NYU to consulting Fortune 500 companies, Andrea blends humor, critical thinking, and a performer’s energy to help leaders use data more wisely. Together, they explore the dangers of bad data, the trap of analysis paralysis, and how business coaches can use numbers as a tool without losing creativity, intuition, and purpose.   Episode Highlights: Why not all data is reliable and how to spot red flags before making decisions Why numbers aren’t “the truth” and how to ask better questions about your data Practical strategies for avoiding endless number-crunching and actually moving forward How Andrea encourages coaches and leaders to trust their instincts first, then use data to validate Andrea’s unusual journey from performing arts to political science to data science leader Why Andrea is more interested in teaching people to use data themselves than in building a big consulting firm   About Andrea Jones-Rooy, Ph.D. Andrea Jones-Rooy, Ph.D. is a data scientist, educator, and speaker who applies quantitative methods to seemingly intractable challenges, such as polarization, misinformation, and authoritarian censorship, as well as empowers others to think scientifically and creatively about their most pressing problems. To this end, she regularly advises Fortune 100 companies, tech firms, nonprofits, and government agencies, including the United Nations, on how to thoughtfully use data science and AI to answer their toughest social and political questions. In addition to being a sought-after keynote speaker and consultant, Andrea has contributed to outlets such as FiveThirtyEight, The Daily Beast, Quartz, Harvard Business Review, and The Washington Post, among others. For many years, she was a professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies at the NYU Center for Data Science, where she developed and taught the flagship, and perpetually waitlisted, course Data Science for Everyone, along with advanced courses in natural language processing. She previously taught international relations at Carnegie Mellon University and NYU Shanghai, where she founded mainland China’s first undergraduate program in quantitative social science. She is the host of the podcast Behind the Data, which highlights the importance of understanding where data comes from in the first place in order to make sense of our world. The first three seasons have covered topics from political polls and misinformation to curing rare diseases and understanding our place in the universe. Andrea holds a Ph.D. in political science and complex systems from the University of Michigan. When she’s not doing all of the above, she is a standup comedian and circus performer specializing in trapeze and fire.   Links and Resources Mentioned: https://www.jonesrooy.com https://www.behindthedatashow.com https://www.instagram.com/jonesrooy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonesrooy/

  8. JAN 16

    Episode 31: Anna Scott on How Radical Listening Transforms Coaching and Client Results

    Show Notes: In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, host Ziv Raviv sits down with Anna L. Scott, a transformational coach who helps high-achieving professionals move beyond imposter syndrome and step into embodied confidence. Anna shares her personal journey from being one of the first women in the tech industry – earning a high salary yet secretly feeling like a fraud – to becoming a sought-after coach and podcast host. Through deep listening, stillness, and a focus on truth, Anna has built a coaching practice that empowers clients to uncover their authentic voice and lead from presence, not pressure. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt or felt disconnected from your true self, this conversation will give you powerful tools and perspectives to shift.   Episode Highlights: Why even the most successful leaders secretly feel like frauds and how Anna reframes that experience How slowing down and listening can unlock deeper clarity and future-proof your business Anna’s journey from corporate executive to empathic coach and podcaster Why radical listening builds stronger relationships than any algorithm or strategy How Anna helps clients trust their inner knowing instead of relying on external fixes How Anna uses her show to highlight voices, share change-making stories, and connect deeply with her audience   About Anna Scott: Anna Scott is a wisdom coach, writer, and the host of the podcast My Love of Life Energy. For over 20 years she has guided CEOs, entrepreneurs, and creatives to trust themselves and live with greater freedom and presence. She has been recognized as Best Coach in the East Bay three years in a row and is known for her laughter, her deep listening, and her ability to see the beauty and truth in people.   Links and resources mentioned: http://www.annascott.co/

    25 min
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A no-fluff podcast for transformational coaches who are done with playing small. Host Ziv Raviv dives deep with bold leaders, niche experts, and entrepreneurs who’ve built fully booked practices by mastering the art of micro-niching, building meaningful relationships, and staying radically authentic. If you’re a coach ready to step into your most profitable and purposeful season, this is your weekly dose of real stories, practical insights, and the strategies that move the needle.

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  • Creator
    Ziv Raviv
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
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