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/successstory Niko Mercuris is a serial entrepreneur who's built multiple multi-million dollar companies over 25 years, primarily in sales and marketing. He scaled call centers to over 230 employees that generated 14,000 sales per week—experience he documented in his Amazon bestselling book "2451 Sales Per Day." He's also the author of "Millionaire Mindset Mastery" and has been investing in real estate and financial markets since 2001. After losing $4 million in the 2008 crash, he rebuilt by diversifying into alternative assets and now coaches business owners on scaling operations, sales systems, and building sustainable wealth.   ➡️ Show Links https://tradewithniko.com/join https://rebrand.ly/Niko-Live  https://www.youtube.com/@NikoMercuris/videos  https://www.instagram.com/nikomercuris/ https://x.com/NikoMercuris/   ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/   ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Square - https://square.com/go/success  SurveyMonkey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/scott  Monarch Money - https://www.monarchmoney.com (Code: Success) Claude - https://claude.ai/success  Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/  Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary   ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 01:25 – The Mindset of Successful Investors 06:16 – How Niko Learned to Invest 13:20 – Surviving the 2008 Financial Crisis 17:58 – Hitting Rock Bottom 22:08 – Why Chasing Money Fails 24:05 – Beating Fear and Greed in Investing 27:42 – Using Leverage With Discipline 31:45 – Sponsor Break 34:29 – How Leverage Goes Wrong 38:43 – How Long It Takes to Learn Investing 43:09 – Best Investing Types for Beginners 48:25 – Sponsor Break 50:55 – The Biggest Trading Mistake 52:24 – What Really Drives Profits 55:52 – Niko’s Evolving Money Mindset 1:01:08 – When to Start Investing 1:07:03 – Advice to My 20-Year-Old Self  

Ryan Serhant, a prominent New York City real estate broker and CEO of SERHANT, shares his journey from earning just $9,000 in his first year to closing over $20 billion in sales. He discusses how embracing chaos and viewing setbacks as speed bumps fueled his success. Ryan highlights the importance of hard work, time management, and leveraging reality TV exposure for business growth. He emphasizes doing the hard work uniquely required of you and reveals how understanding personal finances is vital for lasting success. A must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs!

Jade Warshaw, co-host of The Ramsey Show and bestselling author, reveals the surprising truth that 80% of financial success is behavior, not just knowledge. She shares her journey of eliminating $460,000 in debt, linking childhood experiences to financial decisions. Jade discusses the emotional triggers behind spending and stresses the importance of confronting fears to achieve financial healing. With practical advice on transforming anger into motivation, she empowers listeners to take responsibility for their money and cultivate healthier financial relationships.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory     In this "Lessons" episode, Yosef Martin—CEO of BoxyCharm—breaks down how he built one of the most passionate, cult-like communities in the subscription industry. He explains the mechanics behind engineered virality, from activating loyal users at precise moments to leveraging algorithmic spikes for massive organic reach. Yosef also highlights why staying close to consumer feedback, reducing churn, and avoiding bloated internal processes give founders a strategic edge. His insights reveal how product obsession, trend awareness, and intentional community design can create momentum that competitors simply can’t replicate.   ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/RRBkTIY0pHg  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yosef-martin-founder-of-boxycharm-from-zero-to-%24500m/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vx7VOT7YhgXTlkZf7AMsu    ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary   

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory     In this "Lessons" episode, Marc Randolph, Netflix Co-Founder and bestselling author, breaks down why even your smartest ideas are destined to fail—and why that’s exactly the point. He explains how real progress comes from quickly testing flawed concepts, embracing early collisions with reality, and learning through rapid, low-cost experimentation. Randolph also highlights why no idea is ever “good” at the start, how iteration reveals what truly works, and why the most successful founders are the ones who stay creative, persistent, and relentlessly curious in the face of uncertainty.   ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/56MoLUKPJDs  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marc-randolph-co-founder-first-ceo-of-netflix/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4iVWv3gIfsdRcBMeU2nbEV    ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

JustJules, a YouTube powerhouse with nearly 5 million subscribers, shares her journey of candid storytelling and community building. She emphasizes the significance of consistency over chasing viral fame and reflects on how her unexpected early successes shaped her content strategy. Balancing her studies in aviation and gymnastics, JustJules discusses authenticity, the importance of loving what you create, and overcoming mental health challenges through her uplifting videos. She also offers practical advice for aspiring creators on patience and embracing creativity.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory     In this "Lessons" episode, Carlos Rodriguez, 17x European Champion, breaks down the mindset and discipline behind becoming a world-class eSports competitor. He shares how choosing the right game can shape long-term opportunity, why mental endurance matters more than physical limits, and how structured practice builds both mechanical skill and strategic clarity. Carlos also reflects on paving his own path in an industry with no blueprint—learning from failures, trusting his instincts, and building a legacy through bold decisions and personal growth. This conversation reveals the real work, risks, and self-belief required to win at the highest level.   ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/oajujAcqRqM  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/carlos-rodriguez-founder-ceo-of-g2-esports-the/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yCVfc3detWUFeLBFuqTEt    ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary   

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory     In this "Lessons" episode, Alvaro Nunez, ultra-endurance entrepreneur and founder of Super Luxury Group, breaks down how differentiation, community, and strategic marketing create massive leverage in competitive industries. He shares how trust-driven relationships can accelerate high-end deal flow, why credibility and targeted exposure allow you to jump straight into premium markets, and how tapping into other people’s audiences multiplies opportunities across sectors. Alvaro also explains why staying ahead of emerging trends—like Web3, NFTs, and digital real estate—gives entrepreneurs a long-term edge as markets evolve.   ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/oP9dmWjh  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alvaro-nunez-founder-ceo-of-super-luxury-group-how/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6VGdqINFGXZurg8AbZL5uc    ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary   

Bernd Skorupinski is a top-ranked prop trader and the CEO of Online Trading Campus, known for his record-breaking achievements in trading. He shares insights on what successful traders truly focus on, advocating for a disciplined, set-and-forget swing trading approach. Bernd discusses the importance of acquiring specialized knowledge before investing, the problem of transparency in trading, and how to safely transition from a corporate job to trading. He emphasizes the significance of a process-driven mindset, realistic returns, and avoiding common pitfalls.

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory     In this "Lessons" episode, John Assaraf, founder of NeuroGym, breaks down how real transformation begins with mastering the fundamental skills that support long-term growth. He explains why deliberate practice, structured routines, and aligned values form the foundation for any meaningful goal, and how fear—often misunderstood—can actually serve as a guide toward clarity and progress. John also explores the science behind emotional control and mental focus, revealing how understanding our subconscious responses can help us take smarter, more intentional action. Through practical examples and mindset tools, he shows how anyone can build the inner framework needed to move beyond limitations and grow with purpose.   ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/zJ6aBjZUxEs  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-assaraf-founder-ceo-of-neurogym-unlock-your/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ahj21JhY4mTTbE5JDOQI9    ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary