

Success Story with Scott D. Clary
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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Jun 27, 2025 • 12min
Lessons - We're Drowning in Options but Starving for Purpose (Scott)
➡️ Start Here: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Subscribe Here: https://youtube.com/c/scottdclaryIn this 'Lessons' episode, I'll show you how to stop drowning in endless options and start making choices that actually feel meaningful. We'll look at why having infinite possibilities feels like freedom but actually creates paralysis and anxiety, and I'll walk you through how to build your own intentional framework for filtering decisions instead of trying to optimize for every possible outcome at once.➡️ 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.

Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 19min
Jeremy Miner - Sales Training Expert | The Sales Framework That Closes 93% More Deals
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryJeremy Miner is a globally renowned sales trainer and founder of 7th Level, a sales training company that has coached over 200,000 professionals across 40+ countries. He’s the creator of Neuro-Emotional Persuasion Questioning (NEPQ), a method rooted in behavioral science that helps salespeople 3x to 10x their close rates. During his 17-year career in direct sales, Jeremy earned multiple seven-figure commissions and ranked among the top 1% of over 100 million salespeople worldwide. His work has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/jeremyleeminer/ https://www.youtube.com/c/JeremyMiner/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyleeminer/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Cornbread Hemp - https://cornbreadhemp.com/success (Code: Success)iDigress Podcast - https://idigress.show Northwest Registered Agent - https://northwestregisteredagent.com/success Superhero Leadership Podcast - https://www.petercuneo.com/podcast NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro01:28 – Jeremy’s Sales Journey12:08 – Why Old Sales Tactics Fail17:58 – Mastering 5 Sales Tones21:21 – Psychology Behind the Close23:41 – Sponsor Break25:38 – Winning Cold Calls Instantly40:17 – Sales Is a Learnable Skill46:05 – Sponsor Break47:43 – How to Actually Learn Sales56:28 – Youth vs Experience in Sales58:48 – Sales Is Everywhere1:01:15 – When “No” Really Means No1:05:58 – Zoom Sales Mistakes1:17:47 – Jeremy’s #1 Life LessonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 24, 2025 • 14min
Lessons - How Extreme Specialization Created an 8-Figure Growth Machine | Chris Dreyer - Rankings.io Founder
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, Chris Dreyer breaks down how modern SEO is being reshaped by AI overviews, changing user behavior, and evolving definitions of quality content. He explains that good content isn’t just well-written; it must effectively match user intent, reduce bounce rates, and encourage engagement. As AI-generated search results and zero-click scenarios take over, Chris highlights the growing importance of schema, trust signals, and becoming an “entity” within your niche. He also explores how Google’s layout increasingly prioritizes paid ads and local service placements over organic results, pushing businesses to rethink their strategy. While generative AI tools can streamline content creation, Chris stresses that human oversight remains essential to maintain credibility and results.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/SCF1KLTtbgU Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chris-dreyer-seo-strategist-how-extreme-specialization/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/270XMYpOuyJ2htFvGciSx4 ➡️ 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.

Jun 24, 2025 • 16min
Lessons - How Your Gut Health Determines Your Life Span | Dr. Steven Gundry - Renowned Heart Surgeon
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, Dr. Steven Gundry reveals how your gut health may be the single most important factor in determining your lifespan. He explains how the gut, often called the “second brain,” plays a central role in everything from heart disease and dementia to brain fog and inflammation. Drawing from both cutting-edge research and ancient cultures, he shows how most modern diseases begin in the gut due to damaged microbiomes and chronic inflammation—and why restoring that internal ecosystem through diet and lifestyle is key to reversing illness and achieving long-term health.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/wte8HZBKAb8 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-steven-gundry-renowned-heart-surgeon-how-hidden/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cJLZZSaBtXh06TeNuZFMf ➡️ 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.

Jun 23, 2025 • 1h
Gil Dezer - Developer & Visionary | From $500 Million Debt to Luxury Real Estate Empire
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryGil Dezer is a powerhouse real estate developer behind over $5 billion in luxury property development and one of the largest oceanfront landowners in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, with over 27 acres of prime beachfront. As President of Dezer Development, he’s led iconic, record-shattering projects like the $560 million Porsche Design Tower—featuring the world’s first patented car elevator—and the $1.2 billion Bentley Residences, set to become the tallest residential tower on a U.S. beachfront. Renowned for pioneering branded real estate and redefining the skyline with engineering marvels and ultra-luxury experiences, Gil has become the go-to developer for the world’s elite. When it comes to blending luxury, lifestyle, and brand power—no one does it bigger or better.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/dezerdev/https://dezerdevelopment.com/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Cornbread Hemp - https://cornbreadhemp.com/success (Code: Success)iDigress Podcast - https://idigress.show Northwest Registered Agent - https://northwestregisteredagent.com/success Superhero Leadership Podcast - https://www.petercuneo.com/podcast NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro01:24 – “I Won’t Sell What I Won’t Live In”04:59 – How Gil Differs From His Dad06:24 – What Luxury Really Means08:26 – Crafting the Ultimate Luxury Experience13:24 – Debt Advice for Young Entrepreneurs18:09 – Sponsor Break20:06 – Why Gil Doesn’t Sell to Investors23:12 – Bringing Big Brands Into Real Estate31:03 – Creating What’s Never Been Built33:17 – Sponsor Break34:54 – Investing in Real Estate 10137:28 – How to Protect Your Big Ideas39:32 – Future-Proofing Through Design40:44 – New Tech in the Luxury World44:49 – Why Gil Bets on South Florida46:14 – Hot Real Estate Markets Beyond Florida47:27 – Should You Invest Locally or Strategically?48:25 – The Future of Luxury Buyers51:11 – Where $100M+ Founders Invest56:12 – Wisdom from Gil’s Signature Sayings59:35 – The Best Lesson Gil Learned From His DadSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 22, 2025 • 13min
Lessons - Why Most Self-Improvement Advice Keeps You Stuck | Michael Sartain - Dating & Success Coach
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, Michael Sartain explains why most self-help advice keeps you stuck by rewarding passive consumption over real action. He challenges the comfort of feel-good platitudes and pushes for bold, opinionated expression as a means to cut through the noise. Sartain shares how having a polarizing stance, seeking attention ethically, and stepping outside the fear of judgment are key to personal and entrepreneurial growth. With blunt clarity, he argues that the true enemy of progress is not failure, but inaction—and urges listeners to stop hiding behind excuses, embrace discomfort, and actually do the work.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/kothCZNOHVA Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/michael-sartain-lifestyle-strategist-the-hidden/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3yjjxLPWxubTRru1wZ2HmQ ➡️ 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.

Jun 22, 2025 • 16min
Lessons - How Generational Wealth Survives Dynasty Transitions | Billy Busch - Anheuser-Busch Heir
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, Billy Busch, heir to the Anheuser-Busch dynasty, shares how the absence of clear succession planning can fracture even the strongest family legacies. Learn how power struggles and legal ambiguity led to the unraveling of a multigenerational empire, why transparent communication and defined leadership roles are critical in preserving generational wealth, and how holding onto purpose, values, and tradition can offer resilience in the face of personal and professional loss.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/d95Pz-vrslA Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/billy-busch-anheuser-busch-heir-the-dark-side/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/26c3KwksuOkdgV8SFxqws2 ➡️ 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.

Jun 19, 2025 • 13min
Lessons - The Approval Trap (Scott)
Discover how the quest for validation can hinder personal growth and authenticity. Learn to break free from societal norms and embrace decisions that reflect your true self. Explore Benjamin Franklin's habit-forming strategies to shift your identity. Gain insights on prioritizing your own beliefs over popular opinion and the courage it takes to stand alone. Finally, understand the significance of fostering independence in decision-making for a fulfilling life.

Jun 18, 2025 • 1h 33min
Jay Abraham - Strategy & Performance Expert | The Marketing Genius Who Built $50 Billion in Client Revenue
Jay Abraham, known as the "$50 Billion Man," is a top-tier business growth strategist with a knack for uncovering hidden opportunities. He shares insights on achieving preeminence by prioritizing client needs and exceptional service. The discussion delves into innovative growth strategies, emphasizing customer-centric approaches over mere profit. Abraham also highlights the benefits of strategic partnerships and efficient hiring techniques that boost retention and engagement, ultimately redefining success in a competitive landscape.

Jun 17, 2025 • 10min
Lessons - How to Secure Funding When Everyone Else Gets Rejected | Tim Guleri - Legendary VC & Tech Founder
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, legendary venture capitalist Tim Guleri shares how investors can prevent misalignment with founders by performing deep personal diligence before writing a check. He reveals why surrounding first-time CEOs with experienced co-founders or advisors is essential for growth, and how ego and peer advice can often lead founders astray. By encouraging a learning mindset, filtering feedback based on experience, and building intuition through repeated exposure, Guleri outlines a clear path for both founders and investors to succeed, even when others get rejected. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/Po7Iizv6AA0 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tim-guleri-legendary-vc-tech-founder-with-multiple-ipo/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/252iSPH5VnpBfvk6RdzVdi ➡️ 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.