

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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Feb 13, 2025 • 17min
Lessons - Master Skills Through Action | David Novak - Former CEO of Yum! Brands, Podcaster & Best-Selling Author
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, David Novak, former CEO of Yum! Brands, podcaster, and best-selling author, shares how focusing on high-impact activities transforms business performance. He explains how to identify the work that truly moves the needle, the power of learning through action, and the importance of purposeful recognition in building a culture where every contribution counts. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/2YhIjoQhWnUApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-novak-former-ceo-of-yum-brands-podcaster-best/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Cjss0nhqU6g7qiTRiTLps ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Feb 13, 2025 • 15min
Lessons - Build A Million-Dollar Community | Lori Harder - Serial Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, and Podcaster
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Lori Harder, serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and podcaster, shares a powerful framework for building meaningful communities through the seven agreements for connection. She explores the importance of setting clear boundaries, fostering authentic communication, and creating structured support systems that drive both personal and professional success. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/TbNEdokctSoApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lori-harder-serial-entrepreneur-best-selling-author/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1WoWhzbPGDZ5SnxfLwxlIL ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
Charles Duhigg - Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist & Author | Master the Art of Influence + Communication
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryCharles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author who unravels the hidden forces shaping our habits, decisions, and connections. A former New York Times investigative reporter, he brings a rare blend of deep research and human storytelling to uncover what drives lasting change in individuals, teams, and societies. His books, The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better, explore how small shifts in behavior create powerful ripple effects, strengthening relationships, fostering collaboration, and unlocking personal and professional growth. Duhigg’s work is a guide for anyone looking to build deeper connections, transform routines, and lead with greater impact. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/charlesduhigg/https://twitter.com/cdugigg/https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesduhigg/ ➡️ Bookshttps://www.amazon.com/Supercommunicators-Unlock-Secret-Language-Connection/dp/0593243919https://www.amazon.com/Power-Habit-What-Life-Business/dp/081298160X ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ NordVPN - https://nordvpn.com/success/My First Million Podcast - https://www.mfmpod.comTailor Brands - https://www.tailorbrands.com/podcast35FreshBooks - https://www.freshbooks.com/pricing-offer/NordVPN - https://nordvpn.com/success/Porkbun - https://porkbun.comBank On Yourself - https://www.bankonyourself.com/scottBambooHR - https://www.bamboohr.com/freedemoNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:13 - Charles’ Wake-Up Call on Communication06:49 - Types of Conversations & Their Daily Impact11:39 - Identifying the Conversation You’re In18:33 - Sponsor Break21:25 - From Habits to Communication—What Changed?25:55 - The Most Surprising Communication Insight36:08 - Learning vs. Tough Conversations39:47 - Slowing Down for Better Conversations42:06 - Sponsor Break46:05 - Strengthening Emotional Connections47:38 - How These Skills Improved Charles’ Relationships50:35 - The Communication Challenge Charles Still Faces55:08 - The Most Underrated Communication Skill59:13 - Becoming a Supercommunicator1:00:12 - One Lesson for Charles Duhigg’s Kids

Feb 12, 2025 • 9min
Lessons - Be Harder On Yourself (Scott)
➡️ Start Here: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Subscribe Here: https://youtube.com/c/scottdclaryIn this "Lessons" episode, we'll talk about why protecting your ego is the biggest barrier to your growth. Through bodybuilding and entrepreneurship, we examine how brutal honesty unlocks potential and why your harshest self-assessments often lead to your greatest breakthroughs.➡️ Connect With Me https://instagram.com/scottdclary

Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 34min
Guest Podcast: From Zero to 22M Podcast Downloads (Rise)
➡️ Start Here: https://stan.store/scottdclary & https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ For More Episodes, Visit: https://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Like The Show? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Today, you'll hear me on Rise with @Gary.Lipovetsky Make sure to subscribe the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hw3tjq7Qj_8 Tweet Me: twitter.com/scottdclary My Newsletter: newsletter.scottdclary.com

Feb 11, 2025 • 19min
Lessons - Is College Worth It? | Jim W. Keyes - CEO of 7/11 & Blockbuster
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Jim W. Keyes, former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, shares his insights on the value of education, the impact of critical thinking, and why formal learning still matters today. He discusses the long-term benefits of higher education, the misconceptions surrounding student debt, and the essential role of critical thinking in navigating an increasingly complex world. Keyes also reflects on his own journey, revealing how education shaped his leadership and decision-making, and why he believes investing in learning is one of the most important choices a person can make. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/8ZoWQcnQSbcApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/james-w-keyes-author-global-executive-philanthropist/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2NH6ttOIfnUUY8jKZWg8ti ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Feb 11, 2025 • 20min
Lessons - Why Healthcare Is Broken | Andy Schoonover - CEO & Founder of CrowdHealth
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Andy Schoonover, CEO and Founder of CrowdHealth, breaks down why the US healthcare system remains broken, with profit-driven insurers and hospitals thriving on rising premiums while families struggle with crippling medical debt. He exposes the opaque claim denial process and highlights innovative community-based models that offer a more sustainable, people-centric approach to healthcare financing. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/m_qlxMqGmK4Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andy-schoonover-ceo-founder-of-crowdhealth-why/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2uTpAa6YwiVrx4pfihq1CD ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Feb 10, 2025 • 1h 10min
Sahil Bloom - Author | The Transformative Truth About Money & Happiness
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstorySahil Bloom is a Stanford athlete turned viral philosopher whose journey from finance to redefining wealth has captivated millions. With over 1 million newsletter subscribers and a massive audience drawn to his viral Twitter threads, he breaks down business, finance, and personal growth into clear, actionable insights. As the founder of SRB Ventures, he invests in and advises high-growth startups while helping millions navigate careers, wealth-building, and decision-making. We explore his iconoclastic framework of the Five Types of Wealth, practical tools for cultivating abundance, and the tiny actions that transform lives. With a background in finance and a talent for simplifying complex ideas, Sahil has become a go-to voice for those looking to think strategically, build wealth, and maximize their potential. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/sahilbloom/https://twitter.com/SahilBloom/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahilbloom/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ NordVPN - https://nordvpn.com/success/My First Million Podcast - https://www.mfmpod.comTailor Brands - https://www.tailorbrands.com/podcast35FreshBooks - https://www.freshbooks.com/pricing-offer/NordVPN - https://nordvpn.com/success/Porkbun - https://porkbun.comBank On Yourself - https://www.bankonyourself.com/scottBambooHR - https://www.bamboohr.com/freedemoNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:32 - Rethinking Wealth07:06 - Curiosity Unlocks Truth09:08 - Work-Life Separation Done Right13:19 - Sponsor Break16:11 - Success & Relationships19:46 - Regret, Wealth & Life’s Trade-offs24:25 - Why Time is the Hardest Wealth31:44 - Young vs. Old: Lessons from Both33:17 - The Four Types of Work Time38:23 - Sponsor Break42:20 - What is Social Wealth?46:29 - Your Front-Row People54:54 - Choosing the Harder Path56:51 - Where Spiritual Wealth Fits58:10 - Upgrading Your Mind1:01:02 - Finding Your North Star1:05:33 - A Key Lesson from Sahil’s Book1:07:52 - Wisdom for the Next Generation

Feb 9, 2025 • 14min
Lessons - Why You Need to Bet On Yourself. | Lisa Bilyeu - Co-Founder of Quest Nutrition and 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, reveals why betting on yourself is the ultimate key to success—even when you have no proof it will work. Learn how embracing failure can fuel growth, why resilience matters more than initial wins, and how shifting your mindset can turn setbacks into opportunities. Plus, hear how a costly mistake led to an unexpected breakthrough, proving that the right perspective can make all the difference. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/y1LUM5pWDNIApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lisa-bilyeu-co-founder-of-quest-nutrition-and/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6MSPzbzSP0bIpQJxT8usHD ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Feb 9, 2025 • 12min
Lessons - Getting Over Imposter Syndrome. | Guy Kawasaki - Chief Evangelist at Canva
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva, unpacks the complexities of imposter syndrome and why even the most successful individuals struggle with self-doubt. Learn how societal biases disproportionately impact women, why surrounding yourself with the right people matters, and how documenting your achievements can help reframe negative thoughts and build lasting confidence. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/I-eAutH_ojoApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasaki-chief-evangelist-at-canva-are-you-a/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1UshQD7EfXOAtMKF6iedl5 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary