

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 11, 2025 • 14min
Lessons - What Global Supply Chains Don't Want You to Know | Paul Rice - Fair Trade USA CEO
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Paul Rice, CEO of Fair Trade USA, exposes the brutal reality behind global supply chains—where over 60% of cocoa comes from West Africa and child labor is tragically common due to poverty and lack of education. Learn how fair trade programs empower farmers to build schools, reduce child labor, and uplift entire communities, how small consumer choices can spark massive change, and why ethical sourcing isn’t charity—it’s just smart, responsible business that creates lasting impact.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/orzbIcIxHYw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/paul-rice-fairtrade-pioneer-social-entrepreneur-how/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1T0KBexiBRyhDGWUxfbRdi ➡️ 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 10, 2025 • 46min
[FEATURED] Superhero Leadership: Marvel's Former CEO & AthLife CEO on Creating Lasting Impact
John Harris, CEO of AthLife and former DePaul basketball captain, shares his insights on empowering others and fostering a service-driven culture. He discusses his journey assisting athletes in their transitions, emphasizing resilience and the importance of mentorship. Harris also reflects on learning from failures and creating spaces for others to lead both on and off the court. Alongside Peter Cuneo, they explore transformative leadership strategies that redefine success and inspire modern leaders.

Jun 8, 2025 • 1h 23min
Jody Glidden - Tech Entrepreneur & CEO | Why Fast Learning Is the Only Protection Against AI Disruption
Jody Glidden is a serial tech entrepreneur and AI innovator, co-founding successful companies like Introhive and Postilize. He discusses the transformative impact of AI on the workforce, emphasizing the need for continuous learning to navigate job displacement risks. Jody highlights the importance of building relationships in business and how proactive engagement can lead to success. He shares insights on resilience in entrepreneurship, the challenges faced in the rapidly evolving tech landscape, and the necessity of adapting to remain relevant in an AI-driven market.

Jun 7, 2025 • 12min
Lessons - Understanding How Trauma Shapes Our Relationships and Success | Dr. Thema Bryant - Clinical Psychologist & APA President
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, Dr. Thema Bryant, clinical psychologist and APA President, reveals how unresolved trauma silently shapes our ambition, leadership, and relationships. Learn why high achievers often disconnect emotionally as a survival response, how unhealed wounds disguise themselves as perfectionism or control, and why lasting healing requires blending science, soul, and emotional truth—empowering you to succeed without abandoning yourself in the process.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/50pvNCrPJMc Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-thema-bryant-renowned-psychologist-trauma-healer/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5EliOR33hfezIPu5PW0qM1 ➡️ 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 7, 2025 • 13min
Lessons - How to Command Premium Prices While Delivering Extraordinary Value | Yuri Elkaim - Sales & Marketing Expert
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, Yuri Elkaim reveals why starting with a high-ticket offer is the smartest move for fast business growth, showing how to price your service based on the transformation you provide, not industry norms. Learn why solving a “bleeding neck” problem justifies premium prices, how to reframe group coaching as a value multiplier rather than a downgrade, and how to anchor pricing strategically to elevate perceived value while protecting your time, empowering you to scale your impact, income, and freedom without sacrificing client results.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/2DYSijzPgkw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yuri-elkaim-founder-of-healthpreneur-building-an/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1nQbXrwVOTWPbHxYoxM20F ➡️ 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 5, 2025 • 53min
Marcus Barney - Financial Education Expert | How Understanding Credit Changed Everything About Building Wealth
Marcus Barney, a self-made multi-millionaire and founder of the Recession Proof financial literacy program, shares his journey from homelessness to building an 8-figure empire. He emphasizes the transformative power of financial education, particularly understanding credit as a wealth-building tool. Marcus discusses the importance of mentoring underprivileged communities, leveraging credit for business growth, and empowering youth with essential financial skills. He highlights the value of discipline over motivation in entrepreneurship and the need to celebrate small wins on the path to long-term success.

Jun 4, 2025 • 12min
Lessons - From $0 to $100M: What Most Entrepreneurs Get Wrong | Neil Patel - Digital Marketing Entrepreneur
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Neil Patel breaks down what most entrepreneurs get wrong on the journey from $0 to $100M—showing why early diversification can sabotage your success, how Bill Gates might’ve become the world’s first trillionaire if he had stayed focused, and why hiring leaders with proven industry promotions is your secret weapon to scaling. Learn how each stage of growth—from startup to enterprise—requires entirely different skill sets, and why the right person for the job can unlock levels of scale strategy and execution you can’t reach alone.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/bRT0kLobMEI Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/neil-patel-entrepreneur-digital-marketing-expert-building/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0WSd60PSoEmTHcO5s0Hn5f ➡️ 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 4, 2025 • 11min
Lessons - How the Right Guidance Built a Global Fitness Empire | Peter Taunton - Snap Fitness Founder
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Peter Taunton, founder of Snap Fitness, shares the brutal truths behind entrepreneurship—revealing why most people never make the leap, what it really takes to survive the sleepless nights and relentless stress of owning a business, and how true mentorship requires more than generic advice. Learn how building the right mindset from day one helps you embrace risk, push through fear, and play offense when things get hard. Discover why success isn’t about avoiding struggle, but about understanding it, preparing for it, and having the right people in your corner to guide you through it.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/uHl_vFZcULc Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peter-taunton-founder-of-snap-fitness-building-a/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hCk8SLwhK0QDR8BF1UBgT ➡️ 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.

Jun 3, 2025 • 20min
Lessons - You're Not Behind in Life (Scott)
Explore how daily habits shape our identity and the crucial need to break free from unproductive patterns. Discover Benjamin Franklin's system that transforms actions into natural behaviors, changing how we view motivation. Dive into the importance of aligning your habits with your identity for significant life changes. You'll learn to embrace immediate actions for personal growth, showing that even small choices can lead to profound shifts in your life. Progress over perfection is the mantra for achieving lasting change!

Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 26min
Pat Flynn - Smart Passive Income Founder | How Lean Learning Created a Million-Dollar Empire
➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryPat Flynn is an American entrepreneur, author, and podcast host best known for founding Smart Passive Income, a platform that teaches people how to build online businesses and generate passive income. After being laid off from his architecture job in 2008, he turned a small study guide website into a thriving business, eventually expanding into blogging, podcasting, and online courses. Flynn is widely respected for his transparency, ethical approach to marketing, and focus on serving his audience first.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/patflynn/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGk1LitxAZVnqQn0_nt5qxw https://www.linkedin.com/in/patflynn3/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Vanta - https://www.vanta.com/scott Federated Computer - https://www.federated.computer Lingoda - https://try.lingoda.com/success_sprintCornbread Hemp - https://cornbreadhemp.com/success (Code: Success)FreshBooks - https://www.freshbooks.com/pricing-offer/ Quince - https://quince.com/success Northwest Registered Agent - https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/success Prolon - https://prolonlife.com/clary NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro01:31 – How Pat Flynn Got Started03:48 – Are We Learning Too Much?06:57 – The Problem with School13:43 – How Pat Changed His Mindset20:03 – “Just in Time” Learning29:32 – Sponsor Break33:25 – Timing Your Next Big Idea36:23 – Creating Healthy Pressure46:32 – Mastering Microskills54:36 – Mindsets Over Milestones58:30 – Sponsor Break1:01:08 – Microskill Mistakes1:07:15 – Teach to Learn1:12:57 – Expertise vs. Experience1:17:44 – Final Thoughts1:24:55 – Pat’s 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.