

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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Jul 8, 2024 • 15min
Lessons - The Perfect Sales Formula | Glenn Lundy - Motivational Speaker & Sales Expert
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, we dive into the innovative strategies that transformed car sales with Glenn Lundy, a motivational speaker and sales expert. Learn how Glenn turned traditional car dealerships into thriving, people-centered enterprises.Transforming Sales Culture: Glenn Lundy discusses how he revolutionized the car sales industry by prioritizing integrity and creating a mission-driven environment, eliminating the negative stigmas traditionally associated with car dealerships.Leadership Through the LEADD Framework: Lundy introduces his LEADD framework—Listen, Encourage, Advise, Develop, and Daily—to cultivate a supportive leadership style. This approach focuses on active listening, encouraging positive behaviors, providing guidance, developing team skills, and maintaining consistent practices.People-First Approach: Learn about Lundy's strategy of putting employees first, customers second, and profits third. By valuing and supporting his team, he ensured higher job satisfaction, superior customer service, and sustainable business growth.Overcoming Adversity: Lundy shares his personal journey from homelessness to becoming a successful sales leader, emphasizing resilience, self-discovery, and the power of taking responsibility for one's actions. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y6mNQsnV14Q Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/glenn-lundy-motivational-speaker-sales-expert-how-to/id1484783544?i=1000536191838 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6BRsHVmKOMLMEeLVpdQ70v?si=0ca8963ccb4b4b35 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Jul 8, 2024 • 8min
Lessons - Your Network, Your Net Worth | Scott Clary
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, you'll discover how to turn your network into a high-performance engine for your career.You'll learn how to spot rising stars before anyone else, assemble a personal board of advisors who've got your back, become the mentor to the mentors, and leverage even the most casual connections for massive opportunity.This is your playbook for a new era of networking - one that prioritizes strategic relationships, mutual growth, and enduring influence. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Jul 7, 2024 • 1h 6min
Ciera Rogers - Fashion Designer & Founder of BABES | The Outsider Advantage
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ About The GuestCiera Rogers is the visionary founder and CEO of Babes, a groundbreaking fashion brand that celebrates and empowers women of all shapes and sizes. Launched in 2013, Babes was born out of Ciera’s frustration with the lack of stylish, figure-hugging clothing for curvy women. Today, her brand is a beacon of body positivity and inclusivity, offering chic and comfortable designs that have garnered a loyal following, including high-profile celebrities like Kim and Khloe Kardashian.Under Ciera’s leadership, Babes continues to push the boundaries of fashion, promoting self-love and confidence for women everywhere. Her innovative approach and dedication to her craft have made her a prominent figure in the fashion industry, recognized by media outlets such as Vogue Italia, Galore, and Black Enterprise. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/cierarogers/ https://twitter.com/iamcierarogers/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciera-rogers-a2241225/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ My First Million Podcast - https://www.mfmpod.com The Growth Gear Podcast - https://www.growthgearpodcast.comNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryMiro - https://miro.com/successpodPorkbun - https://porkbun.com/successstory24LinkedIn Jobs - https://linkedin.com/excellence ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro01:49 - What’s an ‘Outsider’?04:19 - Ciera’s Journey06:37 - Embracing Entrepreneurship After Failures13:06 - Birth of ‘BABES’13:55 - Dangers of Overthinking15:18 - Quit or Persist?17:08 - Starting in a Competitive Market19:53 - Instagram Business in 202423:12 - Capturing Attention24:18 - Selling Confidence25:22 - Attention-Grabbing Tips28:35 - Professional Trauma30:43 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast31:40 - Outsider Advantage32:28 - Niche Domination43:33 - Toxic Business Practices & Imposter Syndrome48:21 - Managing Fight or Flight Responses50:14 - Personal Branding & Book Plans51:44 - Purpose of Ciera’s Book56:21 - Connect with Ciera56:29 - Advice to Younger Self58:04 - Wisdom for Overcoming Adversity59:00 - Defining Success

Jul 4, 2024 • 11min
Lessons - Discomfort, Huberman & The Anterior Midcingulate Cortex (AMC)
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, we're going to embark on a journey into the heart of discomfort. We'll delve into the groundbreaking research of neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, who reveals the hidden power of a brain region called the anterior midcingulate cortex (AMC). You'll discover how this "willpower workout center" grows stronger when you push your limits, and how this growth directly translates to enhanced resilience, focus, and decision-making abilities.We'll explore Huberman's "Optimal Discomfort Zone" framework, a roadmap for achieving peak performance by balancing challenge and overwhelm. You'll learn how to harness the power of dopamine, the brain's reward system, to fuel your motivation and propel you towards your most ambitious goals. And finally, we'll equip you with actionable strategies and real-world examples to help you embrace discomfort, turn challenges into opportunities, and ultimately unlock your full potential. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 24min
Milton "Todd" Ault III - Chairman of Ault and Company, Inc. | Death Threats & Public Markets
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ About The Guest Milton ‘Todd’ Ault III is the visionary behind Ault Global Holdings. As the Founder and Executive Chair, Todd has transformed his company into a powerhouse with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple industries. With over 30 years of experience as a Wall Street investor and entrepreneur, he has successfully managed assets worth billions of dollars.Todd’s journey from modest beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in the financial world is a testament to his resilience and strategic vision. Under his leadership, Ault Global Holdings has achieved remarkable growth, with annual revenues exceeding $500 million. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/toddault/https://twitter.com/toddaultiii/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/miltontoddault/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ The Ops Authority Podcast - https://theopsauthority.com/podcast/The Growth Gear Podcast - https://www.growthgearpodcast.comNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryMiro - https://miro.com/successpodPorkbun - https://porkbun.com/successstory24LinkedIn Jobs - https://linkedin.com/excellence ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:24 - No Days Off04:45 - Todd's Origin Story06:53 - Building the Future09:45 - Private vs. Public18:28 - Investing: Cutting Through the Noise25:23 - Public vs. Private Acquisition Strategies33:30 - Legal Battles & Employee Lawsuits40:37 - Sponsor: The Ops Authority Podcast41:22 - Vetting Your Sources47:41 - Death Threats in Business52:06 - Todd's Exit Plan & Future Ventures1:00:12 - High-Level Stress1:10:33 - Scheduling Worry

Jun 27, 2024 • 51min
Reverse Engineer Your Success Strategies for Sustainable Personal & Career Growth (The Leap Academy)
➡️ For More Episodes, Visit: successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Like The Show? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Today, you'll hear me on the Leap Academy Podcast. Make sure to subscribe the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reverse-engineer-your-success-strategies-for-sustainable/id1701718200 Tweet Me: twitter.com/scottdclary My Newsletter: newsletter.scottdclary.com

Jun 26, 2024 • 10min
Lessons - Guerrilla Marketing Strategies To Grow | Nihal Advani - Founder & CEO of QualSights
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, we delve into the entrepreneurial journey of Nihal Advani, Founder and CEO of QualSights. Nihal shares his experiences of starting and pivoting his business, leveraging guerrilla marketing, and ultimately creating a leading consumer insights platform. Learn about the importance of adaptability, strategic pivots, and innovative marketing strategies that can help shape a successful business.Strategic Pivots and Evolution: Understand the significance of recognizing when a business model isn’t working and having the courage to pivot. Nihal's journey from a travel startup to a consumer insights platform showcases the importance of aligning with market needs through strategic changes.Guerrilla Marketing Success: Discover creative and cost-effective marketing tactics that can significantly boost user engagement. Nihal shares how a unique Facebook strategy combining captivating images with trivia questions drove high interaction rates and won several social media awards.Finding Product-Market Fit: Explore the critical role of thorough market research and iterative testing in identifying the most promising market for a product. Nihal’s experience with 500 Startups emphasizes the importance of refining sales messaging and focusing on industries with strong demand for their solution. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/W76R-tYYfzY Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nihal-advani-founder-ceo-of-qualsights-consumer/id1484783544?i=1000559407161 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1z5ezkjtpJn3a5ZCXpbMiv?si=5d3f27b375f6445f ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Jun 22, 2024 • 1h 9min
Rick Macci - Williams Sisters Tennis Coach | Unlock the Billion Dollar Mind
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ About The Guest Rick Macci is a renowned American tennis coach and a prominent figure in the world of professional tennis training. With decades of experience, he has been instrumental in shaping the careers of numerous tennis champions, including Venus and Serena Williams, Andy Roddick, Jennifer Capriati, and Maria Sharapova. Macci’s coaching philosophy emphasizes not only physical skills but also mental toughness, making his training programs comprehensive and highly effective.Macci is celebrated for his innovative coaching techniques, motivational speaking, and his ability to transform raw talent into world-class champions. His dedication to the sport and his impact on the careers of many top players have solidified his reputation as one of the most influential tennis coaches in history. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/rickmaccitennis/ https://x.com/RickMacci/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rick-macci-tennis-academy/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ The Ops Authority Podcast - https://theopsauthority.com/podcast/The Growth Gear Podcast - https://www.growthgearpodcast.comNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/BELAY - https://belaysolutions.comIndeed - https://indeed.com/claryMiro - https://miro.com/successpodPorkbun - https://porkbun.com/successstory24LinkedIn Jobs - https://linkedin.com/excellence ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:09 - The ‘Billion Dollar Mindset’03:42 - Rick Macci’s Journey06:50 - Coaching Venus and Serena Williams12:02 - Mastering the “All In” Mindset15:08 - High-Performance Relationship Management23:52 - Life Lessons from Rick’s Playbook27:02 - Breaking Negative Thought Patterns30:22 - Sponsor: The Ops Authority Podcast31:07 - Handling Failure34:23 - Talent vs. Mindset and Hard Work35:36 - Neuroscience & Peak Performance 37:36 - The Power of Visualization45:41 - Courage vs. Stupidity: Finding the Balance50:20 - Confidence Without Ego53:44 - Rick's Coaching Regrets with Venus and Serena56:24 - Athletes’ Biggest Performance Challenges1:00:43 - Connect with Rick Macci1:04:31 - Advice for Younger Self

Jun 21, 2024 • 10min
Lessons - The Power of Human & Social Capital | Harpaul Sambhi - Founder & CEO of Magical
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Harpaul Sambhi, Founder & CEO of Magical, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, discussing the lessons learned from his first venture, Careerify, and how they have influenced his approach to building Magical. This episode delves into the importance of leveraging human and social capital, diversity in hiring, and selecting the right investors.Leveraging Human and Social Capital: Explore how Harpaul's experience with Careerify shaped his understanding of using human and social capital to help people find jobs and improve their lives. Learn how these principles are applied in Magical to create meaningful impacts.Lessons from Experience: Harpaul reflects on the key lessons he learned from his first company, emphasizing how experience can significantly shorten the timeline to success in subsequent ventures. Discover the ten critical highlights that have shaped his approach to building businesses.Diversity and Inclusion: Understand the importance of diversity and inclusion from a thought diversity perspective. Harpaul explains how Magical aims to reflect the composition of its user base, ensuring varied perspectives to better meet user needs.Strategic Hiring: Learn about the explicit hiring strategies at Magical, focusing on diverse backgrounds and thought processes. Harpaul shares how this approach brings unique insights and innovations to the company.Choosing the Right Investors: Discover the importance of aligning with investors who share your vision and mission. Harpaul provides valuable advice on stress-testing potential investors and selecting those who are in sync with your values, even if it means opting for less favorable terms. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/zP8MfGKM7dg Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harpaul-sambhi-founder-ceo-of-magical-trials/id1484783544?i=1000557479600 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6mKtOfk6gp6lrNEJbBR6jZ?si=578e1b846e5845a1 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Jun 21, 2024 • 1h 11min
Dr. John Delony - Best-Selling Author, Podcaster & Mental Health Expert | Building A Non-Anxious Life
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ About The Guest Dr. John Delony is a renowned mental health expert, author, and speaker with a rich academic background, including two Ph.D.’s in Counselor Education and Supervision, and Higher Education Administration. At Ramsey Solutions, he combines his expertise in mental health with practical financial advice, helping people build healthier lives and relationships. Dr. Delony hosts "The Dr. John Delony Show," a popular podcast offering insightful advice on anxiety, depression, marriage, and parenting.Before joining Ramsey Solutions, Dr. Delony served as a university professor and dean, gaining valuable experience in educational leadership and student counseling. His approachable style and evidence-based strategies have made him a trusted voice in mental health. His books (2x National Bestseller), including "Redefining Anxiety" and "Own Your Past, Change Your Future," have empowered countless readers to take control of their mental health journeys. Dr. Delony continues to impact lives through speaking engagements, workshops, and media appearances, encouraging individuals to overcome obstacles and lead fulfilling lives. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://ter.li/uk2n2z (https://www.instagram.com/johndelony/)https://twitter.com/johndelony/https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndelony/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ The Ops Authority Podcast - https://theopsauthority.com/podcast/The Growth Gear Podcast - https://www.growthgearpodcast.comNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/BELAY - https://belaysolutions.comIndeed - https://indeed.com/claryMiro - https://miro.com/successpodPorkbun - https://porkbun.com/successstory24LinkedIn Jobs - https://linkedin.com/excellence ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:03 - What is Anxiety?04:40 - Handling Different Types of Anxiety07:33 - Why Anxiety is So Bad Today16:21 - Anxiety in Entrepreneurship18:45 - Advice for Employees and Entrepreneurs24:20 - Balancing High Performance and Personal Life30:24 - Shedding Negativity and Stress33:17 - Sponsor: The Ops Authority Podcast34:02 - John’s Six Choices for Anxiety39:00 - Belief and Anxiety Connection42:36 - Healthy Secular Outlets46:49 - Misunderstanding ‘Anti-Fragile’49:49 - Healthy Marriage Misconceptions54:06 - Extremes in US Culture57:51 - Finding Role Models Today1:01:08 - Trust and Vulnerability1:07:52 - Connect with Dr. John Delony1:08:20 - Advice for His Younger Self


