Success Story with Scott D. Clary

➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryDavid Royce is a serial entrepreneur who turned a door-to-door pest control hustle into a billion-dollar empire. He built and sold Moxie, EcoFirst, and Alterra for a combined $170M+—with individual exits of $13M, $30M, and $130M—before launching Aptive Environmental, now one of the fastest-growing service companies in America with 3,700+ locations. Known for scaling “boring” businesses into goldmines, Royce mastered the art of growth through elite teams, strong culture, and bulletproof systems. His playbook is the blueprint for turning everyday industries into nine-figure wins.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/david-royce-22539425/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/  Cornbread Hemp - https://cornbreadhemp.com/success (Code: Success)iDigress Podcast - https://idigress.show NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro01:27 – Accidental Entrepreneur?03:04 – What Made David a Sales Star04:22 – Passion vs Profit08:24 – From Employee to Founder11:50 – Building a Service Business13:37 – Are Entrepreneurs Born or Made?17:04 – Near Bankruptcy and the Comeback19:14 – 7,500 Customers in Year One25:26 – Sponsor Break27:23 – The 3 Phases of Business31:51 – How His 4 Companies Evolved37:39 – Lessons from 4 Exits40:54 – Hiring Rockstar Executives44:27 – Sponsor Break46:05 – When Will He Exit Again?54:41 – Why Founders Can’t Switch Off58:54 – Redefining Success1:08:41 – How David Learns1:13:52 – Will His Kids Take Over?1:15:56 – What’s Next for David1:16:48 – One Lesson for His KidsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, Marcus Barney, financial education expert, breaks down the hidden rules of credit and how to use them to build real wealth. He explains how the credit system is designed to benefit banks—not consumers—and why miseducation and conflicting advice keep people trapped in debt. Marcus shares how understanding and strategically using credit in business can help founders grow without giving up equity, and why financial literacy—especially around budgeting and money relationships—should be taught before credit access, not after.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/xRSITMkKBe0 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marcus-barney-financial-education-expert-how-understanding/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3IfUvUTpCDCtR0rEPeGxPG ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, Jody Glidden, tech entrepreneur and CEO, discusses how rapid advancements in AI and automation are forcing a fundamental shift in how we think about work, learning, and entrepreneurship. He shares why adaptability and fast learning are now essential for surviving AI disruption, how logic—not specific technical skills—will define long-term success, and why the future may belong to solo entrepreneurs building high-revenue companies with minimal resources. Drawing on decades of startup experience, Jody also reflects on what it takes to build in today’s leaner, faster-moving tech landscape and the mindset needed to thrive in a world where the rules are being rewritten in real time.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/0qN_6bog0u4 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jody-glidden-tech-entrepreneur-ceo-why-fast-learning/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6JBCosMoIPdTHvXPGYxxcV ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

➡️ Start Here: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Subscribe Here: https://youtube.com/c/scottdclaryIn this "Lessons" episode, I'll show you that most people confuse confidence with arrogance - and that confusion is destroying their relationships and careers. If your kids go to your partner with problems instead of you, if your conversations feel like lectures, if people seem to avoid deep talks with you, you're probably operating from arrogance, not confidence. I'll explain why this happens, what it's really costing you, and how to shift from needing to be right to actually being effective. By the end, you'll understand the difference between confidence earned through competence and arrogance borrowed from ignorance.➡️ Connect With Me https://instagram.com/scottdclarySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shauna Brittenham, a USA Today bestselling author and founder of Alaya Naturals, shares her inspiring journey from battling autoimmune conditions to building a multimillion-dollar wellness brand. She discusses the power of emotional intelligence in navigating personal and professional challenges, emphasizing that trauma can be a catalyst for empowerment. Shauna explores the interplay of self-care and service in relationships, the impact of motherhood on emotional healing, and the necessity of setting boundaries for genuine connections. Her story showcases how embracing vulnerability can transform fear into strength.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, Zoltan Istvan, futurist and former presidential candidate, explores how emerging technologies could make death optional within decades. He unpacks the core of transhumanism, from synthetic organs to mind uploading, and explains why aging should be treated as a disease. Zoltan also addresses the cultural and religious pushback to radical life extension, and advocates for morphological freedom—the right to modify one’s body through technology. Sharing his unconventional journey, he reveals how personal risk-taking shaped his mission to redefine what it means to be human.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ihwhr5O264I Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/zoltan-istvan-futurist-presidential-candidate-how-transhumanism/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2qDV1kN6ArqYvm9AXhmgZx ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, Pat Flynn, founder of Smart Passive Income, breaks down how shifting from constant learning to timely action can unlock real momentum in business. He explains why consuming too much knowledge can be a form of procrastination, how “Just In Time” learning drives purposeful progress, and why consistent, focused effort—through strategies like time blocking and setting defined timeframes—is key to building long-term success.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/KGqqdv3B_F8 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pat-flynn-smart-passive-income-founder-how-lean-learning/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iyHIUU4LnBUZ7JdGO3tz4 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim McDermott, a veteran entrepreneur who scaled Stamps.com into a $2B venture, discusses his remarkable journey from dot-coms to climate solutions. He shares insights on the transformative potential of clean energy, arguing that CO2 can be seen as an opportunity rather than a liability. Jim advocates for positive climate action, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between industries and governments. He also offers advice for aspiring climate entrepreneurs, underscoring the need for resilience and optimism in tackling environmental challenges.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, Grant Cardone, real estate mogul and sales expert, challenges the mindset of scarcity and comfort that keeps people trapped in financial mediocrity. He shares his approach to raising financially confident kids by removing distractions, taking full responsibility for their education, and introducing them to work and investing early on. Grant emphasizes the need to unlearn limiting beliefs about money, especially those inherited from risk-averse parents, and instead adopt a wealth-focused mentality that prioritizes income, assets, and long-term prosperity. He explains how most people have unknowingly given up on becoming wealthy because they've been programmed to believe it’s unattainable, and how choosing discomfort over comfort is the only path to true financial freedom and generational change.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/yN8lVm9mivo   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grant-cardone-billionaire-real-estate-mogul-how-to/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7617LSttQxEFfMIdBpZKs8 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, Dennis Prager, founder of PragerU, shares how timeless wisdom from the Torah can shape moral clarity, character, and purpose in today’s world. He explains why wisdom is more essential than intelligence or good intentions when striving to do good, and how doubt can actually be a part of genuine faith. Drawing from years of teaching and study, Dennis reflects on wrestling with God, the role of gratitude in belief, and why viewing existence itself as a miracle can profoundly shift how we live and lead.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/eFJYb4V76Po Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dennis-prager-radio-host-prageru-founder-why-traditional/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/18g96YEaw7gM4RzEmfBDD0 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.