PODCAST · education
Success Story with Scott D. Clary
by Success Story Media
Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary (@scottdclary). On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. To get more of the Success Story podcast, go to www.successstorypodcast.com.
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Jim Kwik - NYT Bestselling Author of Limitless | The Boy With the Broken Brain Who Became the World's #1 Memory Coach
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Jim Kwik is a world-renowned brain coach and the New York Times bestselling author of Limitless, whose techniques on memory, speed-reading, and accelerated learning have been used by students, executives, and celebrities around the globe. As a child, a head injury left him learning-disabled and struggling in school, with teachers labeling him "the boy with the broken brain" — an experience that set him on a lifelong mission to understand how the mind truly works. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/ https://x.com/jimkwik https://www.youtube.com/@JimKwik https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimkwik ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Plaud - https://plaud.ai/success (Code: success) Odoo - https://www.odoo.com ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 04:32 – Why Human Intelligence Beats AI 07:50 – Is AI Making Us Dumber? 15:17 – Your Brain Is Still Your Choice 17:35 – How to Protect Your Attention 28:36 – Sponsor Break 32:26 – Why Reading Is Your Brain’s Best Workout 36:49 – Using AI Without Losing Your Edge 37:47 – Why Adversity Builds Strength 43:00 – Turning Knowledge Into Action 50:42 – The Smallest Step That Gets You Moving 53:40 – Sponsor Break 56:59 – How to Win the Day in 12 Minutes 1:02:35 – The Power of Writing to Know Yourself 1:08:51 – The Lesson That Makes Knowledge Matter
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Lessons - Why the Most Successful People in the Room Are Also the Most Miserable | Tina Berger - F500 Advisor & Author of Coming Around
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Tina Berger, F500 advisor and author of Coming Around, explores why achieving traditional definitions of success can still leave people feeling unfulfilled. She challenges the constant pursuit of goals, growth, and efficiency, explaining why meaningful change requires a deeper sense of purpose and a willingness to embrace uncertainty. Tina also discusses the importance of deep listening, creating space for spontaneity and reflection, and balancing action with receptivity to unlock more creative, collaborative, and human-centered solutions in both business and life. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/OTxpcvybuJo Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tina-berger-f500-digital-transformation-advisor-fixing/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7wW7yO4V1Nu7vQlafdmf8U ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Mental Health Expert With 50M Views on Why Anxiety Controls Everything You Do | Dr. John Delony - Author of Building a Non-Anxious Life
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dr. John Delony, mental health expert and author of Building a Non-Anxious Life, shares how redefining success and understanding anxiety can lead to a healthier, more intentional life. Drawing from his own experience with burnout and achievement-driven anxiety, he explains why defining what “enough” looks like is essential for protecting relationships and well-being, how solving for peace can create a stronger foundation for success, and why anxiety should be viewed as a signal rather than something to eliminate. Dr. Delony also explores the importance of building margin, separating identity from achievement, and listening to what the body is trying to communicate. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/k3fydZH7ejE Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-john-delony-best-selling-author-podcaster-mental/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Ya78CnHZQAmf1yHsnGnzQ ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Nirav Tolia - Nextdoor Co-Founder & CEO | The Man Who Connected 100 Million Neighbors Says AI Is About to Make Us All Lonelier
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Nirav Tolia is the co-founder and CEO of Nextdoor, the hyperlocal social network he built to connect neighbors and that now spans more than 100 million verified users worldwide. He originally led the company from its founding in 2010 through 2018, stepped away, then returned as CEO in 2024 to lead a turnaround that brought Nextdoor to profitability ahead of schedule. Before Nextdoor, Nirav was employee No. 84 at Yahoo and co-founded Epinions.com during the first dot-com boom — a company that eventually went public and sold to eBay for $620 million. He's also a guest Shark on ABC's Shark Tank. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/niravtolia/ https://x.com/niravtolia https://www.linkedin.com/in/niravtolia/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Plaud - https://plaud.ai/success (Code: success) Odoo - https://www.odoo.com ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:21 – The Age of Intelligence Needs Human Connection 10:22 – Why Online Communities Don’t Create Real Connection 16:42 – Is AI Fueling a Loneliness Epidemic? 19:08 – Sponsor Break 23:37 – How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Addicted to Screens 33:55 – Why Nextdoor Chose Trust Over Growth 38:27 – The 20–60–20 Rule for Using AI 44:02 – How to Balance Trust, Privacy, and Growth 50:06 – Sponsor Break 53:25 – Building a Company That Can Survive AI 1:01:30 – Why Leaving Nextdoor Was So Hard 1:13:58 – The #1 Lesson for Every Founder 1:15:07 – Nirav’s Advice to His 20-Year-Old Self
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Lessons - From HUD Housing to 34 Years on Wall Street by Scheduling His Anxiety | Milton "Todd" Ault III - Ault & Company CEO
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Milton "Todd" Ault III, CEO of Ault & Company, shares the lessons he's learned from more than three decades on Wall Street and a career defined by resilience and reinvention. He explains why honest relationships and clear expectations are essential for long-term success, how taking action can prevent problems from becoming overwhelming, and why scheduling time to worry can help create focus and clarity. Drawing on his own experiences overcoming financial hardship and navigating adversity, Todd offers practical insights on building meaningful relationships, learning from mistakes, and staying focused on progress through life's inevitable challenges. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/rWtgEXUSgEU Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/milton-todd-ault-iii-chairman-of-ault-and-company/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4p8bynNnCiWFHK7zLNr10D ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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The Coach Behind Venus, Serena, Roddick and Capriati on What Separates Good From Great | Rick Macci - Tennis Hall of Fame Coach
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Rick Macci, Tennis Hall of Fame coach and mentor to some of the sport's greatest champions, shares his insights on what separates good from great. Drawing from his experience coaching Venus and Serena Williams, Andy Roddick, Jennifer Capriati, and other elite athletes, he explains why high performance requires a balance between relentless ambition and smart recovery. Rick also discusses the art of adapting to different personalities, controlling emotions under pressure, and knowing when to push forward, step back, or simply stay silent. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/3yL76OadSsk Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rick-macci-williams-sisters-tennis-coach-unlock-the/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7wSWlxsWmjn9ST2nrWZRtu ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Patrick Lencioni - The Table Group Founder & NYT Bestselling Author (10M+ Books Sold) | Why 80% of People Hate Their Work and the Simple Framework to Fix It
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group and a New York Times bestselling author whose books on leadership and teamwork have sold more than 10 million copies worldwide, including classics like "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" and "The Advantage." For decades, he's worked with CEOs and executive teams to help them build healthier, more cohesive organizations. In this episode, he explains why roughly 80% of people are unhappy in their jobs, breaks down the root causes behind that number, and shares a simple, practical framework anyone can use to make work more fulfilling — whether you're leading a team or just trying to find more meaning in your own. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/patricklencioniofficial/ https://x.com/patricklencioni https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:18 – What Working Outside Your Genius Feels Like 08:39 – Why We Think Work Has to Suck 10:12 – How Patrick Discovered Working Genius 15:14 – What Is Working Genius, Really? 17:19 – Escaping Your Parents’ Definition of Success 19:50 – The Six Working Geniuses—At Work and Beyond 29:35 – Sponsor Break 32:55 – Are Great Entrepreneurs Born or Made? 35:19 – When Your Genius Works Against You 36:39 – Can You Change Your Working Genius? 41:42 – Why Burnout Isn’t the Real Problem 46:52 – Where Work Guilt and Shame Come From 49:43 – Can You Recognize Your Own Genius? 54:41 – Sponsor Break 59:15 – Is It Ever Too Late to Find Your Genius? 1:00:47 – Why Patrick Calls Himself a “Lazy Kid” 1:02:44 – When High Achievement Is Really Fear 1:05:09 – Why Life Is Simple—but Difficult 1:08:07 – Patrick’s New Definition of Success 1:12:27 – Why Even Experts Struggle With Self-Awareness 1:14:20 – Working Genius Meets The Five Dysfunctions 1:17:05 – When Great Employees Are in the Wrong Role 1:21:38 – How Patrick’s Faith Became Real 1:23:33 – How Spirituality Changes Leadership 1:29:24 – Patrick’s Most Important Life Lesson
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Lessons - The CrowdStrike Co-Founder on How America Beats China Before It's Too Late | Dmitri Alperovitch - Author of World on the Brink
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dmitri Alperovitch, author of *World on the Brink* and co-founder of CrowdStrike, explains why China’s rise may not be as inevitable as many believe. He explores how economic stagnation, demographic decline, and policy decisions could limit China’s long-term power, while outlining why preventing a conflict over Taiwan should remain a critical priority for the United States. Dmitri also discusses America’s advantages in innovation, access to capital, military strength, and global alliances, and how leveraging these strengths could help preserve its position in the race for the 21st century. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/p1O9UKhi650 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dmitri-alperovitch-co-founder-of-crowdstrike-what/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1gi59tvN0cRUV0uTfLcptD ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - She Lived in Her Mom's Car and Built a Fashion Brand Worn by Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé | Ciera Rogers - BABES Founder
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Ciera Rogers, founder of BABES and author of The Outsider Advantage, shares the entrepreneurial lessons behind building a fashion brand worn by celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé. She explains why starting imperfectly is often more valuable than overthinking an idea, how customer feedback can help shape a brand, and when entrepreneurs need to pivot or walk away from a product that isn't working. Ciera also explores how standing out in a crowded market can become a competitive advantage, why brands need to constantly find new ways to capture attention, and how selling confidence or solving a genuine pain point can be far more powerful than simply selling a product. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/p5nVDbNf06U Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ciera-rogers-fashion-designer-founder-of-babes/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0L8SXPQS6aXBOVgR0aSHv4 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Mike Fisher - MyFitnessPal CEO (200M+ Users) & Fmr Etsy CTO | The CEO of MyFitnessPal Says You're Thinking About Health All Wrong
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Mike Fisher is the CEO of MyFitnessPal, where he leads a platform serving more than 200 million users worldwide in their health and nutrition journeys. Before joining MyFitnessPal, he was CTO of Etsy, scaling the marketplace from $3 billion to $13 billion in annual sales while running an engineering organization of roughly 1,000 people. He co-wrote The Art of Scalability and Scalability Rules, the books much of the industry uses to think about growth. Known for challenging conventional thinking about health and wellness, Fisher champions a more holistic, sustainable approach to fitness that moves beyond restrictive dieting and quick fixes. ➡️ Show Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-fisher-3317a8/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Odoo – https://www.odoo.com ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:21 – From Scaling Etsy to Scaling Human Health 13:34 – Why Influencer Diets Fail You 17:22 – When More Health Data Makes You Worse 21:34 – Why You Can’t Outwork a Bad Diet 25:01 – The Military Feedback Loop for Better Health 26:58 – Sponsor Break 31:03 – Leadership Lessons From Flying Helicopters 42:30 – Why Mike Chose MyFitnessPal 45:08 – What 300 Million Users Reveal About Weight Loss 53:05 – Sponsor Break 56:05 – Why Health Fads Keep Failing You 1:00:00 – How Busy High Performers Stay Healthy 1:08:26 – What MyFitnessPal’s CEO Eats Every Day 1:14:38 – How to Find the Work You’re Built For 1:18:11 – Are Humans Actually Getting Healthier? 1:23:36 – Mike’s Advice to His Younger Self
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Lessons - The ABC News Anchor Who Had a Panic Attack on Live Television | Matt Gutman - ABC Chief National Correspondent & Bestselling Author
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Matt Gutman, ABC Chief National Correspondent and bestselling author, shares his journey of understanding and overcoming the panic attacks that followed him even after thousands of hours on live television. Drawing from his own experiences, he explains how the body’s natural stress response can trigger panic, why repeated exposure alone may not address its deeper causes, and how processing buried emotions helped him build greater resilience. Matt also explores the role of therapy, breathwork, exercise, movement, and human connection, offering practical insights into managing anxiety, regulating stress, and developing a healthier relationship with the body’s response to fear. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/8byFJIGBa3Y Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/matt-gutman-chief-national-correspondent-at-abc-news/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0h7u5uTcUUEDtTbIjl8meU ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - From F-16 Flight Commander to Serial Entrepreneur With 100+ Investments | Ilana Golan - Leap Academy Founder & Forbes Contributor
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Ilana Golan, founder of Leap Academy and Forbes contributor, shares her approach to navigating career transitions and finding clarity around what comes next. She explains how identifying the must-haves that matter most—whether financial success, growth, impact, or balance—can guide major career decisions, and why recognizing a personal "zone of genius" helps uncover where strengths can create the most value. Ilana also explores the importance of continuous reinvention and how aligning personal, professional, and financial goals with the right opportunities can create greater fulfillment and long-term success. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/pwKsNt9s_GM Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ilana-golan-founder-of-the-leap-academy-restarting/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Eg0N38hhJavILsVdRwuNq ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Moshe Haimoff - Founder of Watch King Jewelry | No Education. No Connections. No Excuses. How He Built NYC's Luxury Watch Empire
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Moshe Haimoff is the founder of The Watch King NYC, a luxury watch business he built from the ground up in Manhattan's Diamond District without a formal secular education, industry connections, or a conventional path to success. He left New York's haredi community at 22 and made his first deal on an $11,000 watch he flipped for $11,800. He now wholesales internationally, moving millions of dollars in timepieces, with more than 1.4 million followers on Instagram and a roster of celebrity clients. His story is proof that grit can outpace pedigree in one of the world's most competitive markets. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/thewatchkingnyc/ https://www.youtube.com/@ThewatchkingNYC ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:13 – The $160K Watch—and How It All Began 05:45 – The $700 Photo That Changed Everything 06:49 – How Extremism Pushed Moshe Away 13:47 – How Gambling Took Everything 25:52 – Rebuilding Through the Watch Business 30:08 – What Makes a Watch Explode in Value? 36:39 – How to Avoid Buying a Fake Watch 39:35 – Sponsor Break 42:23 – The Diamond District’s Unwritten Rules 48:56 – Was Skipping Business School an Advantage? 50:48 – Why Moshe Trusts Almost Nobody 53:22 – Why He Gives Kids $70K Watches 59:14 – Inside the Robbery That Nearly Killed Him 1:05:30 – Why God Is Not Religion 1:13:12 – Sponsor Break 1:17:47 – Why Failure Is Never Final 1:19:53 – When Luxury Becomes a Trap 1:26:06 – Why Purpose Must Come Before Money 1:27:44 – The Truth About Fake Watches 1:32:23 – Which Watches Are Actually Worth Buying? 1:38:52 – His Biggest Lessons on Business and Life 1:44:01 – One Lesson for His Children
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Lessons - How T.D. Jakes' Daughter Built Her Own Empire Without His Name | Sarah Jakes Roberts - Pastor & Bestselling Author
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Sarah Jakes Roberts, pastor and bestselling author, shares how owning your power begins with recognizing your value without diminishing what others bring to the table. Drawing from her experiences in leadership, business, and building Woman Evolve, she explains how honoring different perspectives can strengthen partnerships, why asking the right questions helps reveal whether a relationship has long-term potential, and how understanding your identity prevents growth from becoming self-abandonment. Sarah also explores the challenges of breaking away from expectations and comfort zones, offering insights on building meaningful success while staying grounded in purpose and who you are. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/9SAgpe9g7OU Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sarah-jakes-roberts-best-selling-author-speaker-stop/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2NHMcXUESXadwtb3NtIFzK ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - From Homeless Addict to 9-Figure Entrepreneur | Ryan Zofay - We Level Up Founder & Author of The Unlikely Businessman
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Ryan Zofay, founder of We Level Up and author of The Unlikely Businessman, shares how changing his belief systems helped him transform his life and build a nine-figure business. He explains why the decisions people make are often shaped by what they believe is possible, and how celebrating wins can build the confidence and momentum needed to keep moving forward. Ryan also explores the power of relationships, complementary skill sets, and trust in accelerating growth, while sharing why consistent action and investing in your future self can help close the gap between where you are today and who you want to become. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/xBNqZBcdU6k Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ryan-zofay-entrepreneur-speaker-from-homeless-to-%24100m/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5MjhReLTcFYs8ObABW1Kh0 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Rabbi Manis Friedman - Author & Dean of Bais Chana Institute | YouTube's Most Popular Rabbi Says You're Doing Religion Completely Wrong
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Rabbi Manis Friedman is an internationally recognized author, speaker, and dean of the Bais Chana Institute, known for his candid and unconventional approach to Jewish spirituality and modern life. With decades of experience counseling individuals and families, he has become one of YouTube's most-watched rabbis, challenging conventional religious thinking and offering fresh, often provocative insights into faith, relationships, and meaning. His teachings blend deep Torah scholarship with practical wisdom, resonating with audiences far beyond the traditional Jewish community. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/RabbiManisFriedman/ https://x.com/ManisFriedman https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnkB28NTo_OxXTYjCUv7m5Q https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabbifriedman/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:18 – Why You Shouldn’t Be Religious 05:18 – How Religion Became Self-Serving 10:11 – Greed vs. Godly Ambition 12:32 – Why Were You Born? 17:26 – The Existential Crisis Behind Success 24:36 – Sponsor Break 27:23 – Who Truly Understood Life’s Meaning? 28:55 – Why Religion Gets God Wrong 34:22 – Find Your God-Given Purpose 38:04 – Why We Fear Death 39:59 – What God Actually Wants 48:33 – Is God Vulnerable? 51:06 – Sponsor Break 55:40 – How Everyday Work Serves God 1:01:52 – Should You Maximize Your Potential? 1:07:10 – Can You Be Content and Want More? 1:09:19 – Why Being Needed Beats Being Loved 1:14:36 – Why Love Isn’t Enough for Marriage 1:25:27 – The Right Way to Give and Receive 1:31:16 – Why Good People Overthink Everything 1:35:06 – Stop Thinking About Yourself 1:38:28 – Why We Worship Successful People 1:40:47 – The Question Everyone Should Ask God 1:42:34 – The Book’s Biggest Takeaway
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Lessons - The Olympian Who Took on Nike and Exposed Running's Biggest Scandal | Kara Goucher - 2x Olympian & NYT Bestselling Author of The Longest Race
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Kara Goucher, 2x Olympian and New York Times bestselling author of The Longest Race, shares how she rebuilt her identity and found new purpose after stepping away from professional running. Drawing from the setbacks and difficult transitions throughout her career, she explains why success must evolve over time, how adversity can reveal strengths you never knew you had, and why no one should define themselves by a single achievement or chapter of life. Kara also explores the importance of staying open to unexpected opportunities, redefining goals as circumstances change, and accepting that meaningful endings rarely happen exactly as planned. She offers powerful lessons on resilience, reinvention, and creating fulfillment beyond the accomplishments that once defined you. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZmkAyWuVY6Y Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kara-goucher-olympian-author-exposing-nikes-dark-side/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3eWNADZcBxCBGXFY9SlHju ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Man Who Ran 7-Eleven and Blockbuster Reveals Why One Survived and One Didn't | Jim Keyes - Author of Education is Freedom
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Jim Keyes, author of *Education is Freedom* and former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, shares why education can be one of the strongest antidotes to fear. Drawing from his experience in business and his research into human behavior, he explains how knowledge creates understanding, why fear can hold people back from taking action, and how education provides the confidence to navigate uncertainty. Jim also explores the difference between intelligence and wisdom, revealing why emotional intelligence, character, humility, and compassion are just as important as raw knowledge for achieving success and working effectively with others. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/8ZoWQcnQSbc Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/james-w-keyes-author-global-executive-philanthropist/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2NH6ttOIfnUUY8jKZWg8ti ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Jason Tartick - Author of The Restart Roadmap & Host of Trading Secrets | Why Your Parents, Your School and Your Job All Lied to You About Money
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Jason Tartick is a finance expert, bestselling author, and media personality best known as the host of Trading Secrets, one of the top business podcasts in the country. His book, The Restart Roadmap, became a go-to resource for anyone looking to take control of their money without the jargon. Before building his media career, Jason spent nearly a decade in corporate banking at one of the largest financial institutions in the world. That experience gave him a front-row seat to how money really moves, and he's turned it into a mission: closing the gap between what people are taught about personal finance and what actually works. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/jason_tartick/ https://x.com/Jason_Tartick https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasontartick/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:20 – Why Money Is Still Taboo 06:19 – The Investing Basics Most People Miss 09:38 – Break the Blueprint You Inherited 14:39 – The Panic Attack That Changed Everything 20:38 – Sponsor Break 23:27 – Making Reinvention Less Scary 29:13 – How Alignment Changes Everything 32:57 – Vulnerability Is a Superpower 38:24 – Build Your Brand in 3 Words 45:12 – Sponsor Break 49:46 – How to Run Five Businesses 51:39 – Human Connection Is the New Advantage 56:49 – How Much Money Is Enough? 1:00:37 – Money vs. Real Wealth 1:04:33 – The Worst Financial Advice 1:07:32 – Why Investing in Yourself Pays More 1:11:10 – Why Saving Alone No Longer Works 1:12:19 – Jason’s Plan to Build and Exit 1:14:30 – Why Happiness Beats More Money 1:19:07 – One Thing No One Can Take From You
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Lessons - He Arrived in America With $900 and Built Nutanix Into a $20B Company | Dheeraj Pandey - Nutanix Co-Founder & DevRev CEO
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dheeraj Pandey, co-founder of Nutanix and CEO of DevRev, shares the leadership principles that helped him build and scale successful technology companies. He explains why starting with purpose allows leaders to focus on what truly matters, how essential thinking can eliminate unnecessary work, and why AI should be used to give people more time for creativity, judgment, and meaningful human experiences. Dheeraj also explores the challenges of building products in an increasingly crowded market, revealing why great design alone isn't enough and how customer trust compounds gradually through focused, consistent experiences. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/Woy-BNgwcoE Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dheeraj-pandey-board-member-at-adobe-co-founder-at/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FO9fKVNlFMO2Yv5OBRDpt ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Neuroscientist Who Cured His Daughter's Autoimmune Disease by Rewiring Her Brain | Dr. Don Wood - Creator of the TIPP Method
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dr. Don Wood, creator of the TIPP Method, shares his approach to addressing trauma by focusing on its underlying causes rather than simply managing the symptoms. Drawing on neuroscience and his work with people experiencing anxiety, panic, and post-traumatic stress, he explains how unresolved experiences can keep the nervous system activated long after a threat has passed. Dr. Wood breaks down how education and nervous-system awareness can help reshape these responses, why accumulated trauma can make future adversity more difficult to handle, and how resolving past experiences can build greater resilience. He also explores how his TIPP Method differs from traditional talk therapy and why understanding how the mind processes trauma can create lasting emotional change. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/I8EI1tHisQE Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-don-wood-ceo-at-inspired-performance-institute-unlocking/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fqUZBrJYbegKzHaGlfnvp ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Mike Curb - Curb Records Founder, Grammy Winner & Fmr Acting Governor of California | 60 Years Running the Same Company and He Still Won't Sell
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Mike Curb founded Curb Records as a teenager in 1963 and has run it ever since — over 60 years and 435 number one records later, it's one of the last standing independent labels in an industry that's been consolidated down to just three companies: Universal, Sony, and Warner. A Grammy-winning producer and songwriter, he built the roster that launched Tim McGraw, LeAnn Rimes, and The Judds while racking up over 1,500 Top Ten records across country, pop, and Christian music. He simultaneously served as Lieutenant Governor of California under Jerry Brown, stepping in as Acting Governor whenever Brown left the state. Every major label has tried to buy Curb Records. He's turned them all down. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/curbrecords/ https://x.com/CurbRecords ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:15 – Why Mike Curb Never Sold His Label 04:38 – The Secret to 60 Years in Business 08:49 – Starting a Record Label at 18 13:40 – Building a Business Around Creatives 21:18 – Can Anyone Really Spot a Hit? 25:54 – Sponsor Break 28:43 – How Creatives Survive Failure 32:20 – Becoming MGM President at 24 40:12 – How AI Will Change Music 44:33 – Sponsor Break 49:08 – Why AI Won’t Replace Artists 53:08 – How to Survive Every Tech Shift 1:02:00 – Reimagining Classic Music With AI 1:03:51 – Why Giving Back Gives Success Purpose 1:07:16 – The Most Important Life Lesson
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Lessons - Where Your Paycheck Actually Goes and Why It Keeps Shrinking | Diana Furchtgott-Roth - Economist & Fmr Deputy Asst Secretary of Transportation
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Diana Furchtgott-Roth, economist and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Transportation, shares her insights on the forces driving inflation and how rising prices impact the average American. She explains how government spending, low interest rates, and supply chain constraints can fuel inflation, while breaking down why higher prices ultimately reduce purchasing power and real wages. Diana also explores the role of the Federal Reserve in controlling inflation, the impact of energy production and tariffs on prices, and how broader policy decisions around labor, commodities, and domestic production can shape the economy and help prevent a potential recession. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/4b4nxehKDus Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diana-furchtgott-roth-economist-professor-author-navigating/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4EDUckDQWTgejwbZd80SK0 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - Every Health Myth Exposed in 90 Minutes | Dr. Eric Berg - 12M Subscribers & #1 Health Channel on YouTube
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dr. Eric Berg, creator of the #1 health channel on YouTube with more than 12 million subscribers, explores how metabolomics could transform the way people understand and manage their health. He explains how deeper metabolic testing can reveal what is happening inside the body in real time, why personalized nutrition may be more effective than one-size-fits-all diets, and how deficiencies and metabolic dysfunction can exist even when standard bloodwork appears normal. Dr. Berg also discusses how early warning signs for conditions such as insulin resistance, inflammation, and mitochondrial dysfunction may be detected long before symptoms appear, offering a more preventative, root-cause approach to healthcare. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/bcyO929xAGY Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-eric-berg-founder-and-ceo-dr-berg-nutritionals-inc/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4V4c2boqpXgDRwb71Y4aKh ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Kristina Subbotina - Lexsy Founder & CEO (Ex-Cooley) | What Happens When You Stop Playing It Safe and Actually Bet Everything on Yourself
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Kristina Subbotina is the Founder and CEO of Lexsy. She previously practiced as an attorney at Cooley LLP, one of the top law firms in the world for technology and emerging growth companies, where she advised high-growth startups through venture financings, M&A, and complex corporate transactions. She founded Lexsy to rethink how legal services are delivered to the companies that need them most, bringing the caliber of work she did at a top-tier firm into a faster, more accessible model. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/kristinasubbotina.esq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinasubbotinaesq/ https://www.kristinasubbotina.com/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:16 – Leaving Russia for the American Dream 07:32 – Courage Requires Fear 11:18 – Keep Going When Nothing Works 13:04 – Passing the Bar Without Fluent English 16:11 – What Big Law Missed 18:30 – Why Immigrants Make Great Founders 23:01 – How Founders Survive Uncertainty 27:26 – Revenue Before Fundraising 37:57 – Sponsor Break 40:46 – From Big Law to Lexsy 47:29 – The Big Idea Behind Lexsy 51:21 – Why AI Contracts Fail 59:11 – Why Lawyers Fear Personal Branding 1:04:12 – Why Legacy Law Will Be Disrupted 1:06:41 – Signs of a Winning Founder 1:09:05 – Sponsor Break 1:13:39 – Legal Mistakes Costing Founders Millions 1:23:43 – How a Founder Lost Her IP 1:30:32 – Staying Valuable in the AI Era 1:33:45 – Turning Disadvantages Into an Edge 1:37:39 – The Books Behind Her Mindset 1:40:13 – One Lesson for Her Younger Self
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Lessons - How to Escape a Life You Settled For | Lisa Bilyeu - Co-Founder of Quest Nutrition ($1B Exit) & Impact Theory
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Lisa Bilyeu, Co-Founder of Quest Nutrition and Impact Theory, shares how to break free from the mundane and build a life around a meaningful mission. Drawing from her journey of helping build Quest Nutrition into a billion-dollar company, she explains why acknowledging when you're stuck is the first step toward change, how curiosity and experimentation can help uncover a deeper sense of purpose, and why building competence is the foundation for lasting confidence. Lisa also explores the importance of questioning inherited beliefs, learning to trust your own decisions, and creating a personal "North Star" that allows goals to serve a larger mission rather than define it. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/y1LUM5pWDNI Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lisa-bilyeu-co-founder-of-quest-nutrition-and/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6MSPzbzSP0bIpQJxT8usHD ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - Résumés From Google and Facebook Are the Biggest Red Flag in Hiring | Andy Schoonover - CrowdHealth Founder & CEO
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Andy Schoonover, Founder and CEO of CrowdHealth, shares his insights on building an early-stage team and growing a company in an entirely new category. He explains why grit, adaptability, and a willingness to figure things out often matter more than impressive résumés or big-company experience, and how practical hiring tests can reveal the way candidates actually think and solve problems. Andy also discusses the importance of identifying the right early adopters, experimenting with different marketing channels, and doing unscalable work early on to better understand customers, improve their experience, and ultimately build a stronger product that can scale. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/m_qlxMqGmK4 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andy-schoonover-ceo-founder-of-crowdhealth-why/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2uTpAa6YwiVrx4pfihq1CD ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Daymond John - FUBU Founder & Shark Tank Investor ($6B in Global Sales) | If Nobody Knows Your Name You've Already Lost
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Daymond John is the founder and CEO of FUBU, the pioneering streetwear brand he built from his mother's Queens home into a global apparel empire that generated over $6 billion in sales worldwide. A self-made entrepreneur, brand strategist, and bestselling author, John rose to further prominence as one of the original "Sharks" on ABC's Emmy Award-winning show Shark Tank, where he has mentored and invested in hundreds of startups. ➡️ Show Links https://www.ceoaccess.com https://www.instagram.com/thesharkdaymond/ https://x.com/TheSharkDaymond https://www.linkedin.com/in/daymondjohn/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:20 – How Daymond Mastered Attention 05:47 – How FUBU Hacked Attention 11:41 – The Media Training Behind Shark Tank 15:43 – Why CEOs Get Personal Branding Wrong 18:36 – 3 Things Every CEO Needs 23:12 – Sponsor Break 26:00 – How Personal Branding Opens Doors 33:15 – The Biggest Personal Branding Mistake 36:57 – Why Social Media Is the New TV 39:54 – Daymond’s Playbook for Founders 44:34 – Sponsor Break 49:08 – The #1 Sign a Founder Will Win 52:13 – Why Human Brands Will Win the AI Era 55:55 – Entrepreneurship Isn’t All or Nothing 58:53 – Stop Cutting Corners 1:03:25 – Keeping the “Power of Broke” 1:05:35 – When Founders Get Lazy 1:07:13 – Inside Shark Tank’s Biggest Deal 1:08:14 – The Hidden Advantage of Dyslexia 1:13:31 – The Legacy Lesson That Matters
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Lessons - Tony Robbins' Business Partner on How to Shortcut 10 Years of Growth Into One | Dean Graziosi - Co-Founder of Mastermind.com
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dean Graziosi, co-founder of Mastermind.com and entrepreneur behind more than $1 billion in revenue across 14 companies, shares why self-education is rapidly transforming the way people learn, build careers, and create businesses. Drawing from decades of experience alongside Tony Robbins, he explains how specialized knowledge and learning directly from people with real-world experience can dramatically shorten the path to results. Dean also explores the power of masterminds and like-minded communities, revealing how collaboration can accelerate problem-solving, build confidence, and create an unfair advantage. He shares practical insights on identifying the value in your own experience, turning that knowledge into a product or business, and using today's technology to achieve results faster than ever before. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/6wUTC-k6vxY Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dean-graziosi-new-york-times-best-selling-author-entrepreneur/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qtuYL3WTOt5kvNrxVcJTl ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - From $673 in His Bank Account to Eight Companies All Hitting Seven Figures in Year One | Rylee Meek - Founder of Social Dynamic Selling
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Rylee Meek, founder of Social Dynamic Selling with over $250 million in sales, shares the principles that have helped him build multiple successful businesses while creating fulfillment beyond financial success. He breaks down his five pillars of mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial health, explaining why neglecting one area can ultimately impact every other part of life. Rylee also discusses the importance of finding purpose, surrounding yourself with people who have already achieved what you want, and learning to enjoy the journey rather than constantly chasing the next milestone. He also shares his approach to steward leadership, emphasizing ownership, responsibility, and accountability as essential qualities for becoming a stronger and more effective leader. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/rLF8kkH8pNg Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rylee-meek-entrepreneur-author-speaker-podcaster-build/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XDM28ZdjpxxuO0iwl4xI7 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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John Paul DeJoria - Billionaire Co-Founder of Paul Mitchell & Patrón | He Lived in His Car Then Built Paul Mitchell and Patrón Tequila
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory John Paul DeJoria is an entrepreneur and philanthropist with a net worth of roughly $3 billion, best known as co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems and Patrón Spirits Company. He started Paul Mitchell in 1980 with a $700 loan while living out of his car and selling shampoo door-to-door. That company now generates over $900 million in annual revenue with products sold in more than 80 countries. In 1989 he co-founded Patrón Tequila, which grew into one of the world's top-selling ultra-premium tequilas before Bacardi acquired it in 2018 for $5.1 billion, one of the largest spirits deals in history. His journey from homeless to billionaire made him one of the most respected voices on entrepreneurship and resilience, and he's pledged to give away the majority of his wealth through JP's Peace Love and Happiness Foundation. ➡️ Show Links https://bandero.com/ https://www.peacelovehappinessfoundation.org/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) Noom - https://www.noom.com/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:13 – Why Unshared Success Is Failure 12:56 – Why Entrepreneurs Quit Too Soon 14:48 – How to Make Customers Come Back 16:44 – Can You Skip Life’s Hard Lessons? 18:46 – Your Words Create Your Reality 25:15 – Sponsor Break 28:04 – How Rock Bottom Built His Resilience 35:37 – What Stressed Parents Teach Their Kids 37:40 – Do You Have to Be Ruthless to Win? 40:58 – Are Entrepreneurs Born or Made? 42:24 – Why Silence Makes You More Creative 44:33 – Stop Letting the Past Control You 46:21 – Secret Missions with Gaddafi and North Korea 48:52 – Why He Pledged Half His Fortune 54:01 – Sponsor Break 58:35 – The Two Mountains Every Achiever Faces 1:05:08 – It’s Never Too Late to Be Happy 1:08:52 – Why Modern Entrepreneurs Quit So Easily 1:15:20 – Why Giving Kids Everything Ruins Them 1:18:04 – Today’s Biggest Opportunities for Entrepreneurs 1:23:26 – Make Money Without Hating Your Life 1:24:34 – The #1 Lesson About Success 1:26:07 – Why Billions Changed Nothing 1:29:18 – What He’d Tell His Homeless Self
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Lessons - The CEO Who Ran 1.5 Million Employees at KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell | David Novak - Fmr Chairman & CEO of Yum! Brands ($50B+ Revenue)
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, David Novak, former Chairman and CEO of Yum! Brands, shares the leadership principles that helped him lead some of the world's most iconic restaurant brands and build a business generating over $50 billion in annual revenue. He explains why the most successful leaders pair continuous learning with consistent execution, how curiosity and pattern thinking uncover new opportunities, and why seeking knowledge from people with different expertise can accelerate growth. David also reveals practical strategies for turning insights into action, developing stronger leaders, and creating lasting results by making learning a habit rather than a one-time event. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/2YhIjoQhWnU Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-novak-former-ceo-of-yum-brands-podcaster-best/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Cjss0nhqU6g7qiTRiTLps ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Dropout Who Built Three Businesses by Mastering One Skill Nobody Teaches | Lori Harder - Founder of Lite Pink & Host of Earn Your Happy
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Lori Harder, founder of Lite Pink and host of the Earn Your Happy podcast, shares why mastering clear communication, boundaries, and expectations is the key to building stronger relationships in every area of life. She explains how resentment is often the result of unspoken boundaries, why accepting people for their unique strengths leads to deeper and more fulfilling connections, and how confidently saying no can protect your time, energy, and peace of mind. Lori also discusses the importance of honest conversations, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and creating relationships built on trust, respect, and mutual understanding, offering practical insights that can transform both your personal and professional life. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/TbNEdokctSo Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lori-harder-serial-entrepreneur-best-selling-author/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1WoWhzbPGDZ5SnxfLwxlIL ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Alex Morton - Bestselling Author & Featured in Forbes | Dorm Room to $75M by 33 and Why He Says Self Belief Is the Only Skill That Matters
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Alex Morton is a bestselling author and entrepreneur featured in Forbes, known for building a $75 million business by the age of 33 after starting out in a college dorm room. Drawing on his own journey from student to self-made success, he now shares his story and insights with audiences worldwide, championing the idea that self-belief—more than strategy or circumstance—is the one skill that separates those who achieve extraordinary success from those who don't. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/alexmortonmindset/ https://x.com/AlexMortonYPR https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-morton-7583ab101 ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:14 – Broke at 21, Millionaire at 24 05:06 – The Birth of YPR 06:51 – Why YPR Went Viral 10:09 – Making $100K a Month at 24 11:33 – The Moment Alex Walked Away 14:49 – Why Network Marketing Gets So Much Hate 18:24 – Facing the “Con Man” Accusations 21:08 – Sponsor Break 22:55 – What Alex Wants His Critics to Know 26:15 – Why Mindset Beats Tactics 30:10 – Why Self-Belief Is So Rare 32:26 – Fear-Setting: Defusing the Worst Case 35:32 – Self-Belief vs. Pure Delusion 37:22 – The Power of “I Am” 43:43 – Knowing It’s Already Done 45:47 – Sponsor Break 48:52 – Why Elite Performers Train Their Minds 50:37 – How Alex Met Bob Proctor 52:56 – Bob Proctor’s Most Powerful Lesson 55:09 – Why Learning Never Ends 58:16 – What Bob Proctor Saw in Alex 1:01:35 – How Your Environment Shapes Belief 1:05:21 – The Hardest Mindset Lesson to Learn 1:08:53 – How Marriage Changed Alex 1:12:48 – How Alex Redefined Success 1:16:07 – One Step to Change Your Life Now 1:20:36 – Why AI Can’t Replace Human Connection 1:22:39 – One Lesson for His Future Child
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Lessons - He Started RE/MAX in His Kitchen and Built It to 140,000 Agents in 110 Countries | Dave Liniger - RE/MAX Co-Founder
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dave Liniger, co-founder of RE/MAX, shares the leadership principles that helped grow a company from a startup in his kitchen to a global network spanning over 140,000 agents in 110 countries. Drawing from decades of entrepreneurial experience, he explains why human-centered leadership, collaboration, and shared purpose are the foundation of high-performing organizations. Dave discusses the importance of embracing open feedback, staying adaptable when plans change, and learning from failure with humility and accountability. He also reflects on overcoming ego, building trust through transparency, and creating a culture where teams succeed together by continuously learning and improving. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/GEL-BDqmM9k Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dave-liniger-chairman-of-the-board-and-co-founder-at/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/16QGvfrq7vVYenBmHwakkF ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - How to Spot Winning Startups Before the Rest of the World | Chris Dixon - Andreessen Horowitz General Partner (Coinbase, Oculus, Pinterest)
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Chris Dixon, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and early investor in companies like Coinbase, Oculus, and Pinterest, shares the mindset behind identifying world-changing startups before they become obvious. He explains how investing at the frontier requires patience, resilience, and the conviction to embrace uncertainty, why contrarian thinking creates the greatest opportunities, and how exceptional founders develop "earned insights" that give them a unique advantage. Chris also reveals why the best investors prioritize standout strengths over polished perfection, offering valuable lessons on spotting breakthrough ideas, backing visionary entrepreneurs, and navigating emerging technologies with confidence. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xl9mLoofwBA Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chris-dixon-entrepreneur-investor-cryptocurrency-and/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2PQEx0GWEaZYAgCrICZd2O ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Rachel Cruze - 2x #1 NYT Bestselling Author | The Trap That Keeps Most People Broke and Miserable
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Rachel Cruze is a two-time #1 New York Times bestselling author, financial expert, and sought-after speaker who helps people build healthy relationships with money. Known for her practical, relatable approach, she teaches audiences how to break free from the trap of comparison, debt, and overspending that keeps so many people broke and miserable—guiding them instead toward financial peace, generosity, and lasting confidence with their finances. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/rachelcruze/ https://x.com/RachelCruze/ https://www.youtube.com/rachelcruze ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:10 – Why We Want Other People’s Lives 05:28 – Rachel’s Wake-Up Call 09:32 – Why Enough Never Feels Like Enough 11:18 – Stay in Your Own Lane 16:10 – Sponsor Break 17:57 – How to Be Content with What You Have 23:37 – Love Your Life, Not Theirs 25:44 – Is Social Media Making Us Miserable? 29:14 – Can You Train Your Brain for Optimism? 33:13 – Sponsor Break 36:19 – Rachel’s New Rules for Money 38:39 – The Four Money Classrooms 43:03 – Why Knowing Better Isn’t Enough 51:33 – The Biggest Money Myth 52:47 – The Question Nobody Asks 54:41 – Advice to Her 20-Year-Old Self
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Lessons - Why Women Founders Stay Small and How to Fix It | Sarah Dusek - Under Canvas Co-Founder ($100M Exit) & Enygma Ventures GP
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Sarah Dusek, co-founder of Under Canvas and General Partner at Enygma Ventures, shares why mindset and access to funding continue to limit the growth of women-led businesses. Drawing on her experience as both a founder and investor, she explains why women must give themselves permission to think bigger, build more scalable companies, and seek out mentors, coaches, and networks that challenge their ambitions. Sarah also explores how diverse investment decisions can drive stronger outcomes, why surrounding yourself with people who expand your vision is a game changer, and how building larger businesses creates greater impact for families, communities, and future generations. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/wcMhvTTlcYA Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sarah-dusek-co-founder-managing-partner-of-enygma/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uMnQugxlMIhfVNpZHEiy4 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - 8 Forms of Wealth and Why You're Only Chasing One | Robin Sharma - Author of The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari (15M+ Copies Sold)
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Robin Sharma, author of The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, shares why true wealth extends far beyond financial success and introduces the eight forms of wealth that create a meaningful life. Drawing from decades of coaching billionaires, CEOs, and world-class performers, he explains how inherited beliefs shape our definition of success, why awareness is the first step to rewriting those beliefs, and how practices like journaling, meditation, and surrounding yourself with the right people can transform your mindset. Robin also explores the dangers of comparison, the importance of running your own race, and why balancing growth, wellness, family, purpose, and service leads to lasting fulfillment. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/-M9RuXtL9QQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/robin-sharma-leadership-expert-and-1-bestselling/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0aloGV5HYLkdxUwllSxPP6 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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John Morgan - Morgan & Morgan Founder ($2B/Year Revenue) | Billionaire Lawyer Says He Shouldn't Be Rich
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory John Morgan is the founder of Morgan & Morgan, the largest personal injury law firm in the United States. Since founding the firm in 1988, he’s grown it to more than 1,000 attorneys and 6,000 employees operating in all 50 states, generating over $2 billion in annual revenue. A self-made billionaire, Morgan built the firm around its “For the People” mission — a commitment born from his own family’s difficult experience with the legal system after his brother was paralyzed in a lifeguarding accident. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/johnmorganesq/ https://x.com/JohnMorganESQ/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorganesq/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Scribe - https://scribe.how/success (Code: SuccessStory) ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:21 – The Billionaire Who Says He Got Lucky 08:00 – The Luck That Changed Everything 12:36 – Turning Rock Bottom Into Wisdom 21:09 – The Lucky Break That Built His Firm 26:33 – Where Did Empathy Go? 30:45 – Sponsor Break 32:32 – Why People Resent Success 35:00 – When to Quit—and When to Keep Going 40:59 – The Courage to Ask 48:36 – Why Success Triggers People 52:33 – Why Lazy People Create Opportunity 53:51 – What Drives Him Beyond Money 1:02:11 – Raising Kids Without Entitlement 1:03:25 – Why Business Rewards Patience 1:05:59 – Sponsor Break 1:09:05 – The Instant Gratification Trap 1:14:34 – How to Create Your Own Luck 1:19:55 – The One Thing He Wants You to Do Tomorrow 1:22:49 – Should Employees Think Like Entrepreneurs? 1:24:26 – Advice to His 11-Year-Old Self 1:25:18 – The Lesson He'd Leave His Kids
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Lessons - PhD in Nutrition Says Almost Everything You Believe About Food Is Wrong | Dr. Layne Norton - Nutritional Scientist & Elite Powerlifter
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dr. Layne Norton, nutritional scientist and elite powerlifter, explains why so many popular health headlines distort what the science actually says about food and nutrition. He breaks down how cherry-picked studies, media sensationalism, and confirmation bias fuel misinformation around topics like seed oils, artificial sweeteners, and processed foods, while highlighting why the full body of evidence matters more than any single study. Dr. Norton also shares practical insights on evaluating scientific claims, separating credible research from misleading narratives, and making informed health decisions based on evidence rather than fear. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/6zg6wiJmViA Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-layne-norton-founder-of-biolayne-the-science/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/27zz6uh0sOVfAsU6EglRoQ ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Designer Behind Some of NYC's Most Expensive Addresses | Karen Asprea - Asprea Studio Founder (7M+ Sq Ft Designed)
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Karen Asprea, founder of Asprea Studio, shares the design principles behind creating homes that are both beautiful and built to last. Drawing from her experience designing more than 7 million square feet of residential and commercial spaces, she explains why great design should evolve with the people living in it, how natural materials create warmth and timeless appeal, and why every design decision should balance personal expression with long-term value. Karen also offers practical advice on creating inviting spaces on any budget, from choosing foundational furniture and lighting to making thoughtful upgrades that transform a house into a home. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/jQSphd1ifzM Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/karen-asprea-interior-designer-founder-of-karen/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1f8oFpZNngCSwfviOZInWa ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Ronnen Harary - Spin Master Co-Founder & Chairman | How Two Friends With Zero Business Experience Built a $2.2B Toy Empire
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Ronnen Harary is the co-founder and chair of Spin Master, the global children's entertainment company behind PAW Patrol, Bakugan, Hatchimals, and the Rubik's Cube. In 1994, alongside two co-founders, he turned $10,000 into a publicly traded powerhouse generating over $2 billion in annual revenue across 190+ countries — all with zero prior business experience. His book, No Experience Necessary, breaks down how curiosity and action-driven confidence beat conventional credentials. He also founded the Toy Movement, bringing toys to children in underserved communities, and the Ronnen Harary Foundation, supporting young people with learning disabilities. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/noexpnec/ https://www.tiktok.com/@noexpnec https://x.com/NoEXPNec ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) Odoo – https://www.odoo.com NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Priori - https://priori.life/ Mars Men - https://mengotomars.com/ Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Xero - https://www.xero.com Dell - https://dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Amp - https://amp.ai (Code: successstory) Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Hostinger - https://www.hostinger.com/success (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Plaud – https://plaud.ai/success (Code: success) ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 02:28 – Why Inexperience Wins 05:04 – Are You Starting Too Late? 07:06 – Escaping Limiting Beliefs Early 20:43 – The Spin Master Playbook 25:47 – Why He Chose Toys 30:17 – The Biggest Spin Master Mistake 32:39 – The Birth of Paw Patrol 35:30 – Scaling Without Losing Your Culture 38:24 – Sponsor Break 40:56 – Building Culture at Scale 44:30 – 11 Principles for Winning in Business 59:13 – Should Founders Start With the End? 1:05:25 – Partnering With Strangers 1:06:50 – Why Your 30s Are the Best Time to Bet on Yourself 1:08:45 – Sponsor Break 1:11:33 – The Two Mountains of Success 1:17:02 – What Success Really Looks Like 1:26:38 – Luck vs. Chance 1:31:21 – Turning Weakness Into Strength 1:38:43 – The Lesson That Defined His Career
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Lessons - Why Comfort Is Destroying an Entire Generation | Joe De Sena - Founder of Spartan Race & NYT Bestselling Author
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Joe De Sena, founder of Spartan Race and New York Times bestselling author, explains why a life built around comfort is leading to weaker minds, bodies, and habits. He shares why embracing discomfort through discipline, physical fitness, and daily challenges is essential for building resilience, improving performance, and living with purpose. Joe also explores how modern convenience has disconnected people from healthy routines, why exercise should be treated as a foundational life skill, and how small, consistent actions can transform your mindset, health, and long-term success. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/jByyHRNz7jo Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joe-de-sena-founder-and-ceo-of-spartan-the-spartan-mindset/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1BtMY9Qq5U9XHBMEU3aAA8 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Man Who Personally Sold 2,400 Buildings Worth $24 Billion in NYC | Bob Knakal - Most Prolific CRE Broker in U.S. History
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Bob Knakal, the most prolific commercial real estate broker in U.S. history, shares the principles behind building a career defined by consistency, expertise, and long-term relationships. He explains why becoming the leading expert in a specific niche creates a lasting competitive advantage, how trust and staying top of mind generate opportunities over time, and why commercial real estate is ultimately a relationship business. Bob also discusses the importance of passion and discipline, revealing how mastering the fundamentals and maintaining a long-term mindset are the keys to sustained success in any industry. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/QTg2sizLWOw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bob-knakal-rk-real-estate-selling-%2421-billion/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BUdGx3dYY1i5XribDyth7 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Naveen Jain - Billionaire Founder of Viome, Moon Express & Author of Counterintuitive | He Quit Microsoft With No Plan and Built a $40B Internet Company
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Naveen Jain is an entrepreneur and technology executive best known as the founder of InfoSpace, which he built from six employees into one of the largest internet companies in the American Northwest during the dot-com era, reaching a peak market capitalization of $31 billion. In 2003, he left InfoSpace to launch Intelius, one of the first companies to offer public records information to consumers, growing it to over $150 million in annual revenue and 500 employees before its sale in 2015. He co-founded Moon Express in 2010, where he serves as executive chairman and which became the first private company approved by the U.S. government to land on the lunar surface, and founded Viome in 2016, where he is CEO applying AI and RNA sequencing to precision health. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/naveenjainceo/ https://x.com/Naveen_Jain_CEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveenjainintelius ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) Odoo – https://www.odoo.com NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Priori - https://priori.life/ Mars Men - https://mengotomars.com/ Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Xero - https://www.xero.com Dell - dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Amp - https://amp.ai (Code: successstory) Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Hostinger - https://www.hostinger.com/success (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Plaud – https://plaud.ai/success (Code: success) ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 04:49 – From Poverty to Purpose 07:58 – The Mindset That Changed Everything 10:15 – How Naveen Raised Entrepreneurial Kids 18:56 – The Secret Behind His Children's Success 25:37 – Sponsor Break 27:24 – What Made His Companies Win 42:57 – Chasing Moonshots Without Going Broke 47:27 – Get a Job or Raise Capital? 53:32 – When to Leave Your Job for Entrepreneurship 56:12 – Sponsor Break 58:59 – Is Your Moonshot Too Small? 1:01:01 – Never Stop Learning 1:04:48 – Advice to His 27-Year-Old Self 1:05:35 – Where True Greatness Comes From 1:08:32 – Life Never Stops Teaching 1:11:00 – The Lesson He'd Leave His Children
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Lessons - The Man Who Turned Beyoncé Into the Biggest Artist on Earth | Dr. Mathew Knowles - Music World Entertainment Founder (450M+ Records Sold)
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dr. Mathew Knowles, founder of Music World Entertainment and the visionary behind the careers of Beyoncé and Destiny’s Child, shares the core traits that separate high achievers from everyone else. He explains why passion is the foundation of extraordinary success, how it naturally fuels the work ethic required to achieve excellence, and why the world's top performers consistently outwork the competition. Dr. Knowles also discusses practical ways to identify your true passions, the importance of thinking beyond self-imposed limitations, and how parenting, environment, and early exposure can play a pivotal role in shaping long-term achievement and fulfillment. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/WMJWUWYDez4 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mathew-knowles-speaker-corporate-consultant-and/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/07nAMaqxNbJOeYYdWDaETo ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Woman Who Made "Lazy Girl Jobs" Go Viral and Now Makes More Than Her Old Boss | Gabrielle Judge - Founder of Ms. Anti Work & TEDx Speaker
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Gabrielle Judge, founder of Ms. Anti Work and TEDx speaker, challenges conventional ideas about ambition and workplace success, explaining why working smarter doesn't mean caring less. She breaks down the true meaning behind the "Lazy Girl Job" movement, why setting boundaries is different from quiet quitting, and how employees can avoid unnecessary work without sacrificing career growth. Gabrielle also explores the importance of aligning ambition with personal values, reclaiming autonomy over your time and energy, and making intentional career decisions that lead to long-term fulfillment instead of burnout or external validation. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/wYMQt-FRk-s Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gabrielle-judge-founder-ceo-of-tula-and-the-anti/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0JtFeHhie8a41stxx3x3wL ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Ruben Hassid - Author of “How to AI” | The #1 AI Teacher (Billions of Views) Explains Who Survives and Who Doesn't
➡️ Join 800,000+ people who master AI for free at https://how-to-ai.guide (Ruben's newsletter). https://how-to-ai.guide ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Ruben Hassid is the writer behind "How to AI," a Substack newsletter with over 805,000 subscribers, ranked #1 in Education and one of the fastest-growing AI newsletters in the world. With 890K+ LinkedIn followers and billions of views on his content, which teaches people how to use AI, Hassid has become one of the most prominent voices in practical AI adoption. He consults Fortune 500 companies on how to actually implement AI, and his guides have built a massive following of professionals who want to use the tools, not just talk about them. ➡️ Show Links https://substack.com/@ruben https://www.youtube.com/@rubenhassid https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-hassid/ https://x.com/rubenhassid https://www.instagram.com/rubenhassid/ https://www.facebook.com/p/Ruben-Hassid-61558649438890/ ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 04:38 – The Content Framework That Actually Works 11:50 – Why AI Critics Don't Actually Use AI 19:24 – How Ruben Grew His Newsletter So Fast 23:11 – Master AI Before It Masters You 25:59 – Sponsor Break 30:46 – What Happens If You Ignore AI? 37:18 – Why Taste Is the Only Skill Left 41:19 – Should You Let AI Think for You? 42:57 – How to Avoid AI Dependency 49:03 – Sponsor Break 52:54 – The AI Tools That Actually Matter 1:00:41 – How Claude Beat the Biggest AI Companies 1:06:08 – Build a Free Content Empire 1:13:03 – How to Get Started With AI 1:19:00 – Why AI Won't Destroy Humanity 1:24:16 – Ruben's Biggest AI Insight
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Lessons - She Ran a $3B Cruise Line When the Entire Industry Shut Down Overnight | Lisa Lutoff-Perlo - Fmr CEO of Celebrity Cruises (Royal Caribbean Group)
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, former CEO of Celebrity Cruises, shares the leadership principles that helped her navigate one of the most challenging periods in modern business history, leading a $3 billion cruise line through the COVID-19 shutdown while facing personal loss. She explains why empathy, resilience, and adaptability become essential during times of crisis, how continuously unlearning and evolving strengthens leadership, and why focusing on what you can control creates clarity in uncertain times. Lisa also discusses the value of self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and leading with hope, offering practical insights for staying grounded and guiding others through change with confidence. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/67NvAoVYF1Q Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lisa-lutoff-perlo-ceo-celebrity-cruises-running-a/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6wzr5n8GmAQqtQHi0HYx2V ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary (@scottdclary). On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. To get more of the Success Story podcast, go to www.successstorypodcast.com.
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Success Story Media
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