➡️ Start Here: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Subscribe Here: https://youtube.com/c/scottdclaryIn this "Lessons" episode, we explore why excellence isn't about perfecting existing systems—it's about dismantling them entirely. We'll see how truly exceptional performers aren't just working harder within established frameworks—they're questioning the frameworks themselves. You'll discover why combining deep mastery with the courage to challenge fundamental assumptions creates an unstoppable advantage and how to position yourself in a world that rewards mediocrity disguised as optimization. The ability to see beyond "best practices" isn't just a competitive edge—it's the path to breakthrough innovations that set you apart in a culture addicted to incremental improvement. This isn't about working harder; it's about seeing what everyone else has missed.➡️ 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.

➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryDr. Steven Gundry is a globally recognized cardiologist, pioneering medical researcher, and multiple New York Times best-selling author with over 40 years of clinical experience. Once a leading heart surgeon who performed over 10,000 operations, Dr. Gundry redirected his career toward preventive medicine after witnessing the life-changing effects of nutrition on chronic illness. He founded the Center for Restorative Medicine in Palm Springs and Santa Barbara, where he has helped tens of thousands of patients improve their health through science-backed dietary interventions. As the author of acclaimed books like The Plant Paradox and The Longevity Paradox, translated into more than 30 languages, Dr. Gundry champions a holistic, gut-centric approach to health—aimed at reversing inflammation, boosting energy, and extending lifespan.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry/https://www.youtube.com/c/DrGundry/ https://drgundry.com/ ➡️ Bookshttps://www.amazon.com/Gut-Brain-Paradox-Improve-Reverse-Microbiome/dp/0063433060 ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/  Lingoda - https://try.lingoda.com/success_sprint (Code: scott25)Vanta - https://www.vanta.com/scott Federated Computer - https://www.federated.computer Cornbread Hemp - https://cornbreadhemp.com/success (Code: Success)Create Like The Greats Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/lu/podcast/create-like-the-greats/id1653650073 FreshBooks - https://www.freshbooks.com/pricing-offer/ Bank On Yourself - https://www.bankonyourself.com/scott Stash - https://get.stash.com/successstory NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro05:12 - From Heart Surgery to Gut Health13:03 - The Gut-Brain Breakthrough18:15 - Sponsor Break20:54 - Why Gut Health Was Overlooked25:20 - Shattering Old Health Myths30:37 - Optimizing Your Microbiome36:08 - Grocery Store Gut Hacks39:04 - Sponsor Break41:16 - Bacteria: Your Health’s Secret Weapon44:39 - Gundry’s Toughest Discovery47:32 - Why Medicine Resists Change52:34 - Peak Cognitive Performance Blueprint57:00 - Key Insight from The Gut-Brain Paradox1:01:01 - Dr. Gundry’s Final LessonSee 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, Chase Jarvis, creative entrepreneur, reveals how success leaves clues and action is the antidote to endless information consumption. Learn how to deconstruct, emulate, analyze, and repeat the habits of high performers, and understand why directing your attention is the key to turning ambition into achievement.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/gzIq47JO5kQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chase-jarvis-co-founder-and-ceo-of-creativelive/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/30i7hdiYxBQLEY7dfiBv55 ➡️ 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, Brian L. Strom, medical ethics expert and healthcare leader, explores the root causes behind declining public trust in Western medicine. Learn why the corporatization of healthcare erodes doctor-patient relationships, how time constraints and profit incentives drive patients toward alternative treatments, and why population-based care models may offer a path to restore trust and improve health outcomes.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/WXyPr134OBs Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brian-l-strom-chancellor-of-rutgers-biomedical/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OEa0RJvLDvOmIj72bxlhJ ➡️ 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.

➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Michael Sartain is a performance coach, entrepreneur, and former military officer known for his expertise in networking, social dynamics, and high-performance coaching. With a background in the U.S. Air Force, Michael transitioned into the world of business, teaching entrepreneurs and professionals how to excel in their personal and professional lives through effective communication, confidence, and relationship-building. As a popular podcast host and speaker, he has helped countless individuals achieve success by mastering social skills, developing mental resilience, and building meaningful connections. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/michaelsartain/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelsartain/https://www.moamentoring.com/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/  Lingoda - https://try.lingoda.com/success_sprint (Code: scott25)Vanta - https://www.vanta.com/scottFederated Computer - https://www.federated.computerCornbread Hemp - https://cornbreadhemp.com/success (Code: Success)Create Like The Greats Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/lu/podcast/create-like-the-greats/id1653650073FreshBooks - https://www.freshbooks.com/pricing-offer/Bank On Yourself - https://www.bankonyourself.com/scottStash - https://get.stash.com/successstoryNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro05:10 - Michael’s Mission14:39 - Fame & Business Boost16:59 - Taking Action Online24:30 - The Self-Help Problem29:37 - Sponsor Break32:15 - Status & Success43:27 - Masculinity’s Shift49:49 - Sponsor Break52:03 - Logic Over Emotion1:00:22 - Building Real Status1:07:12 - Michael’s Legacy AdviceSee 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, Gretchen Rubin, Happiness Expert, breaks down the four tendencies framework that illuminates how responses to expectations shape behavior. Learn why identifying whether you're an upholder, questioner, obliger, or rebel is vital for self-awareness, and understand how this insight empowers better decision-making and personal growth.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/sBxJD-Hn9JIApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gretchen-rubin-nyt-bestselling-author-podcaster-speaker/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VINQSxl2eynFL1K8FZLks➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclarySee 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, Theresa Payton, former White House CIO, shares how predictable human behavior creates vulnerabilities in cybersecurity and why conventional defenses often fall short. Learn why routine security measures are exploited by sophisticated social engineering and how designing innovative, personalized protocols can disrupt attackers and strengthen digital defenses. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/bH8DwhGUg0cApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/theresa-payton-cybersecurity-expert-author-former-white/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5DLZKqN89CTRVXW2Hi3Pq5➡️ 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, we explore why success isn't about having it all figured out—it's about storytelling. We'll see how top performers aren't superhumans who never fail—they've just mastered the art of strategic authenticity and effective communication. You'll discover why combining genuine competence with powerful storytelling creates an unstoppable advantage and how to position yourself in a world obsessed with manufactured certainty. The ability to share your journey honestly yet strategically isn't just a marketing tactic—it's the path to breakthrough opportunities that sets you apart in a culture addicted to success theater. This isn't about faking it; it's about translating your real value in a way others can understand and appreciate.➡️ 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.

➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Billy Busch is a renowned American businessman, author, and third-generation heir to the legendary Anheuser-Busch brewing empire—a company that became a global powerhouse with over $15 billion in annual revenue and more than 150 years of legacy in the beer industry. As the son of August Busch Jr., Billy grew up immersed in one of America’s most iconic family businesses.Carrying forward the family torch, he founded William K. Busch Brewing Company in 2011, building on the values of quality and tradition that defined the Anheuser-Busch name. His entrepreneurial journey reflects over 30 years of experience in the beverage and business world. Billy is also the author of the bestselling book Family Reins: The Extraordinary Rise and Epic Fall of an American Dynasty, offering a raw, inside look at the triumphs and trials of the Busch family and the rise of a brewing dynasty. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/billybusch7/ ➡️ Bookshttps://www.amazon.com/Family-Reins-Extraordinary-American-Dynasty/dp/B0BRRNV29P ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/  Lingoda - https://try.lingoda.com/success_sprint (Code: scott25)Vanta - https://www.vanta.com/scottFederated Computer - https://www.federated.computerCornbread Hemp - https://cornbreadhemp.com/success (Code: Success)Create Like The Greats Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/lu/podcast/create-like-the-greats/id1653650073FreshBooks - https://www.freshbooks.com/pricing-offer/Bank On Yourself - https://www.bankonyourself.com/scottStash - https://get.stash.com/successstoryNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro05:19 - Growing Up with Elephants07:01 - Billy’s Story Begins11:00 - Realizing the Busch Legacy25:41 - Sponsor Break28:19 - Succession & Family Business Lessons33:56 - Preparing for Leadership42:58 - Does the Busch Name Help or Hurt?47:06 - Sponsor Break49:20 - How Billy Builds Businesses Today51:55 - Raising Kids Differently57:57 - Mixing Family & Business the Right Way59:42 - Preserving the Busch Legacy1:04:37 - The Future of Busch Brewing1:10:32 - A Life Lesson for Billy’s 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, Dr. Jud Brewer, Neuroscience of Addiction Expert, reveals the science behind habits and addictions, explaining how our brains form automatic behaviors to conserve energy and how reinforcement learning reinforces unhealthy patterns. By learning to recognize the true rewards of our actions, Dr. Brewer shows us how to transform negative routines into opportunities for healthier change. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/PpI2aFjA9FUApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-judson-brewer-neuroscientist-addiction-psychiatrist/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/531cPamqo4H0Esq6Yp8RQ3 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclarySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.