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Episode Synopsis
Show Notes:
In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, host Ziv Raviv sits down with Maria Medina, dynamic entrepreneur, certified business coach, and founder of The Coaching Network. Maria’s journey is as inspiring as it is diverse from training as a professional soccer player in Colombia, to excelling in London’s marketing industry, to building a thriving coaching practice in the US.
With more than 15 years of experience across industries and continents, Maria specializes in helping entrepreneurs unlock growth through strategic networking, sales mastery, and personal development. She’s also the creator of the Business Book Challenge, turning top business book insights into actionable strategies.
If you’ve ever struggled with sales, wrestled with pricing, or wondered how to make networking actually bring clients, this conversation will give you both clarity and confidence.
Episode Highlights:
Maria’s surprising client survey revealed sales - not time or money - tops the list
Why workshops (free and paid) are Maria’s most effective lead generator
How to use the right groups and strategies to build trust and land clients without wasting time
Why every business should be structured to thrive without depending on you
Maria shares stories of firing clients, setting boundaries, and maintaining fit
How to approach raising prices without losing credibility or loyal clients
Why success isn’t always about chasing seven figures - it’s about building the life you truly want
About Maria Medina:
Maria Medina is a Certified Professional Coach with over 15 years of experience in marketing, business strategy, and networking. She founded The Coaching Network to help professionals and business owners grow through clarity, strategy, and action. Based in Orange County, she offers coaching, workshops, and consulting focused on networking, time management, sales, and personal branding. Her approach emphasizes building strong relationships and referral-based strategies that drive real results.
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Booking Link
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In this episode of Beyond Six Figures, host Ziv Raviv sits down with Maria Medina, dynamic entrepreneur, certified business coach, and founder of The Coaching Network. Maria’s journey is as inspiring as it is diverse from training as a professional soccer player in Colombia, to excelling in London’s marketing industry, to building a thriving coaching practice in the US.
With more than 15 years of experience across industries and continents, Maria specializes in helping entrepreneurs unlock growth through strategic networking, sales mastery, and personal development. She’s also the creator of the Business Book Challenge, turning top business book insights into actionable strategies.
If you’ve ever struggled with sales, wrestled with pricing, or wondered how to make networking actually bring clients, this conversation will give you both clarity and confidence.
Episode Highlights:
Maria’s surprising client survey revealed sales - not time or money - tops the list
Why workshops (free and paid) are Maria’s most effective lead generator
How to use the right groups and strategies to build trust and land clients without wasting time
Why every business should be structured to thrive without depending on you
Maria shares stories of firing clients, setting boundaries, and maintaining fit
How to approach raising prices without losing credibility or loyal clients
Why success isn’t always about chasing seven figures - it’s about building the life you truly want
About Maria Medina:
Maria Medina is a Certified Professional Coach with over 15 years of experience in marketing, business strategy, and networking. She founded The Coaching Network to help professionals and business owners grow through clarity, strategy, and action. Based in Orange County, she offers coaching, workshops, and consulting focused on networking, time management, sales, and personal branding. Her approach emphasizes building strong relationships and referral-based strategies that drive real results.
Resources & Links Mentioned:
Website
Booking Link
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