

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 15, 2024 • 1h 15min
Dr. Layne Norton - Founder of BioLayne | The Science Behind Health & Nutrition
➡️ 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 GuestLayne Norton is a scientist, coach, author, podcaster, and world champion athlete. He has a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences and a BS in Biochemistry, and he is passionate about sharing his evidence-based knowledge and experience on fitness, nutrition, training, and health. He is the founder of Carbon, a nutrition coaching app that helps people achieve their goals with personalized and flexible diet plans. He is also the creator of Outwork Nutrition, a line of research-backed supplements that support performance and health. He hosts the Biolayne Podcast, where he interviews experts and influencers on various topics related to fitness and nutrition. He also runs a popular YouTube channel with over 358K subscribers, where he educates, entertains, and debunks myths and misinformation in the fitness industry. As a competitor, Layne has won multiple titles in natural bodybuilding and powerlifting, including the IPF 93 kg world record for squat. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and respected figures in the fitness community. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/biolayne/https://twitter.com/BioLayne/https://biolayne.com/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Kajabi - https://kajabi.com/success (Code: success)Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryThe Hustle Daily Show - https://www.thehustledaily.showNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Introduction01:33 - Pseudoscience in Health09:44 - Diets & Psychology16:41 - Muscle Preservation and Cognitive Performance Diets20:08 - Natural vs Unnatural Diets25:17 - Food and Nutrition Misinformation33:41 - Sponsor: The Hustle Daily Show34:26 - Health and Nutrition Myths36:27 - Longevity Secrets44:24 - Examining Government Food Pyramids48:00 - Misinterpretations Regarding Seed Oils55:58 - Resistance Training Dominance1:02:52 - Layne Norton's Supplement Picks1:07:08 - Red Flags in Health and Nutrition1:09:42 - Defining Success

Feb 14, 2024 • 11min
Lessons - The Transformative Power of Language | Valerie Fridland, Professor, Sociolinguist, and Author
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, we dive into the surprising power of language with linguist and author Valerie Fridland. Listen as she explains how language biases inform our perceptions and even our careers. Plus, hear how history and even gender roles have shaped the ways we speak today.The Power of Perception: How and why your speech might influence a job interview, business opportunity, or even your social identity. Learn to break down those unconscious biases. How Women Lead Change: Did you know women typically lead shifts in how we speak? Fridland offers fascinating historical examples to prove how our modern "norms" in language often evolved this way.Watch Out for These Habits: Though Fridland doesn't outright declare these "bad", get insight into speech patterns like vocal fry and discourse markers ("like", "well", "oh") that are frequently judged unfairly due to biases. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/BfkjIlAjha4Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7iVUYI1XzbKPYKiS4HAltf ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 9min
Sarah Dusek - Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Enygma Ventures | 9 Figure Exits & Impact
➡️ 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 Sarah Dusek is a visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist, widely recognized as the co-founder and managing partner of Enygma Ventures. With a passion for empowering African entrepreneurs, Sarah has played a pivotal role in fostering innovation and sustainable development across the continent. Leveraging her extensive experience in business and finance, she co-founded Enygma Ventures with the mission of supporting early-stage startups and driving economic growth in Africa.Prior to her role at Enygma Ventures, Sarah Dusek co-founded and served as the CEO of Under Canvas, a renowned luxury camping company that redefined the outdoor hospitality experience. Her leadership at Under Canvas showcased her commitment to blending business success with environmental consciousness. Sarah's dedication to fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Africa, coupled with her track record of success, positions her as a key player in the advancement of sustainable and impactful business ventures on the continent. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahhdusek/https://www.enygmaventures.com/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Kajabi - https://kajabi.com/success (Code: success)Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryThe Hustle Daily Show - https://www.thehustledaily.showNetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Introduction02:38 - Sarah Dusek’s Origin Story13:46 - Fundraising Tips for Young Entrepreneurs17:17 - Profit or Growth18:45 - Post-$100M Exit Moves23:59 - Enygma Ventures' Early Days24:45 - Empowering Women in Africa28:25 - Sponsor: The Hustle Daily Show29:09 - NGOs, Change Speed, African Investment33:36 - Silicon Valley Critique39:38 - Africa's Untapped Opportunities41:46 - Political Challenges in African Business45:32 - Standing Out in African Work47:05 - Closing the Confidence Gap from Venture Capitalists50:31 - Shocking Stats Regarding Women Entrepreneurs1:01:27 - Company Layoffs Realities1:04:24 - Advice for Emerging Entrepreneurs1:05:24 - Connect with Sarah Online1:05:41 - Defining Success

Feb 13, 2024 • 7min
Lessons - How to be an Influencer | Natasha Grano, Influencer, Speaker & Author
Natasha Grano, Influencer, Speaker & Author, shares strategies and tactics for building a personal brand and growing it to millions of followers. Topics discussed include mastering social media, curating value-centric content, forging strategic brand associations, viral content strategies, and content diversification.

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Feb 5, 2024 • 56min
Samson Mow - CEO of Pixelmatic and JAN3 | Why Bitcoin Will Hit $1M
➡️ 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 Samson Mow is currently the CEO of Pixelmatic, the development studio behind Infinite Fleet, as well as the CEO of JAN3, a new Bitcoin technology company with a mission to accelerate hyperbitcoinization. Samson is known for his work on El Salvador's Bitcoin strategy, and nation-state Bitcoin adoption in general.Samson was previously the CSO at Blockstream, a leading provider of Bitcoin infrastructure. Before joining Blockstream, Samson was the COO of BTCC, one of the largest bitcoin exchanges and mining pools in the world. At BTCC, Samson oversaw the day-to-day operations of the company and directly managed the exchange and mining pool business units. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/excellionstyle/https://twitter.com/Excellion/https://www.linkedin.com/in/samson/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Kajabi - https://kajabi.com/success (Code: success)Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryThe Sales Evangelist Podcast - https://thesalesevangelist.com/NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Introduction02:11 - Samson Mow’s Origin Story05:54 - Joining BTCC as COO07:21 - Startup Lessons in Emerging Industries 09:08 - Blockstream's Purpose18:09 - Bitcoin's Meaning and "Shitcoins"24:21 - Smart Contracts on Bitcoin28:05 - Sponsor: The Sales Evangelist Podcast28:49 - Innovation in Blockchain32:24 - Bitcoin's Current State33:58 - Bitcoin's Volatility Critique36:33 - Cryptocurrency Adoption40:08 - Persuading Nations to Adopt Bitcoin43:52 - Lessons from El Salvador47:54 - CBDC Surveillance Concerns50:14 - Samson Mow's Final Insights52:27 - Connecting with Samson Mow52:54 - Defining Success

Feb 4, 2024 • 6min
Lessons - The Beyonce & Solage Family Business | Mathew Knowles - Speaker, Corporate Consultant, and Advisor
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryIn this "Lessons" episode, Mathew Knowles, a renowned speaker, corporate consultant, and advisor shares his unique perspective on balancing family dynamics with business ventures, drawing on his experience managing some of the biggest names in music.Prioritizing Family: Mathew emphasizes the importance of family connections, highlighting his personal journey of rebuilding relationships.Boundaries in Family Business: The episode explores the challenges of separating family and business life, including Mathew's experience working with close family members like Beyoncé and Solange.Knowing When to Let Go: Mathew dives into the crucial skill of recognizing when to walk away from a business venture, discussing the importance of self-evaluation and identifying passion as a key factor.Passion vs. Industry: Mathew clarifies the distinction between loving an activity and being passionate about a specific industry. He highlights the importance of pivoting energy towards activities that ignite your passion.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/7SDMZjTIU_w?si=9-8z9Ws9aj9adeBM Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mathew-knowles-speaker-corporate-consultant-and/id1484783544?i=1000648396782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/07nAMaqxNbJOeYYdWDaETo?si=BCPayQeURjyTzX50f8FX5g ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Feb 4, 2024 • 1h 9min
Heather Monahan - Top 50 Keynote Speaker & Best-Selling Author | How to Create Confidence
➡️ 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 GuestHeather Monahan stands out as a dynamic force in the world of corporate and motivational speaking. She's been celebrated as one of the Top 50 Keynote Speakers in 2022 by Real Leaders, thanks to her impressive 20-year journey to the top of the corporate world. Heather's not just a business powerhouse; she's also a TEDx speaker and the host of the "Creating Confidence" podcast, where she chats with big names like Sara Blakely and Gary Vaynerchuck. She's also an author, with two best-sellers to her name: "Confidence Creator" and "Overcome Your Villains." Her TEDx talk, which has been translated into six languages, and her podcast, ranked among Apple's Top 200, showcase her wide-reaching impact.But there's more to Heather than her professional achievements. She's been recognized with the Glass Ceiling Award, named one of 2017's Most Influential Women in Radio, and in 2021, Girls Club honored her as their Thought Leader of the Year. Thrive Global even spotlighted her as a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018. Heather's insights and experiences have been featured across major media platforms, including USA Today, CNN, Forbes, Fast Company, Gary V's Audio Experience, and The Steve Harvey Show. Now living in Miami with her son Dylan, Heather continues to be a source of inspiration and empowerment, sharing her journey and insights with the world. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/heathermonahan/https://twitter.com/_heathermonahan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/theheathermonahan/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Kajabi - https://kajabi.com/success (Code: success)Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryThe Sales Evangelist Podcast - https://thesalesevangelist.com/NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Introduction01:18 - Heather’s Origin Story05:36 - Trust-Building at 2407:19 - Early CEO Challenges09:57 - Deciding to Mentor or Fire12:08 - Post-Exit Ventures20:09 - Women-to-Women Sabotage22:15 - Brand Building Secrets28:37 - From Experience to Authorship30:01 - Sponsor: The Sales Evangelist Podcast30:46 - Lessons from Heather’s books41:40 - Coping with Job Termination43:51 - Overcome Your Villains45:28 - Confidence Campaigns50:17 - Handling Passive-Aggressive Leaders53:53 - Inside Heather's Community55:03 - Debunking Confidence Myths56:26 - Mastering Sunk Cost Fallacy59:12 - Explore the BAK Method1:02:17 - Heather's Resilience Toolkit1:05:05 - Parting Wisdom1:06:09 - Connect with Heather Online1:06:23 - Advice to Younger Self1:06:44 - Defining Success

Jan 30, 2024 • 6min
Lessons - Facing and Overcoming Challenges | Evan Carmichael - Entrepreneur, Author & Youtuber
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Evan Carmichael, an entrepreneur, author, and prolific YouTuber, shares his journey of overcoming failures and achieving remarkable success. Join us as we unravel Evan's insights and practical strategies to navigate challenging times and emerge stronger.Embracing Failure: Explore how Evan confronted his biggest setback – the dissolution of a business partnership – and the emotional turmoil that ensued. Learn the importance of resilience and determination in surmounting setbacks.Discovering Purpose in Adversity: Journey through Evan's quest for self-discovery and his unwavering commitment to persist despite challenges. Uncover the pivotal moment where inspiration struck from Bill Gates' story, catalyzing a transformative shift in his entrepreneurial journey.Modeling Success: Gain insights into the power of emulating success from those who have walked the path before you. Evan emphasizes studying the strategies of successful individuals like Bill Gates and leveraging their insights for personal growth.Building a Personal Brand: Explore Evan's approach to crafting a personal brand, even without direct role models in the digital landscape. Understand the importance of authenticity and consistency in fostering genuine connections with your audience.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/zi0BJHJBvds?si=9sNJBbDMMASIw9ym Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evan-carmichael-entrepreneur-author-youtuber-built/id1484783544?i=1000564760090 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2miaSAROpQBBHR5RLKw3fM?si=i9SaddSRSSOcIhjafTfd3w ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Jan 30, 2024 • 6min
Lessons - Becoming an E-Sports Champion | Carlos Rodriguez - Founder & CEO of G2 ESports
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryIn this "Lessons" episode, Carlos Rodriguez, the Founder & CEO of G2 Esports, shares his unconventional path from professional gamer to industry leader, discussing the importance of embracing failure and trusting your gut.Pioneering a Path: Learn why Carlos had to forge his own path in Esports, adapting and learning from his experiences as a pro gamer in the early days of the industry.The G2 Culture: Discover how Carlos' unique perspective as a player shaped G2 Esports' innovative culture, where experimentation and calculated risks are encouraged.Learning from Failure: Embrace Carlos' philosophy of viewing failures as valuable lessons. He emphasizes the importance of trusting yourself and your ability to navigate challenges.Taking Calculated Risks: Learn why Carlos believes stepping outside your comfort zone and taking calculated risks is essential for growth.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/oajujAcqRqM?si=aUEov8lpLTwyAgAG Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/carlos-rodriguez-founder-ceo-of-g2-esports-the/id1484783544?i=1000569343513 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yCVfc3detWUFeLBFuqTEt?si=lbCXjtULRvaMZTjvcARITQ ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

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Jan 30, 2024 • 16min
Lessons - How the Red Queen Effect Will Ruin Your Life
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, we explore why the "Red Queen effect" matters both professionally and personally.The Red Queen in Nature and Business: Learn what evolutionary concept means that you have to continually adapt just to stay competitive.Beating the Red Queen Effect - Run Smarter: Understand the three key strategies of adaptability, foresight and continuous learning required to evolve intelligently.Seeing Change as an Opportunity: Explore why properly understanding rqe forces critical self-assessment, planning and growth that makes you indispensable.Key Takeaways to Embrace rqe: Assess current skills, knowledge gaps then aggressively uplevel through deliberate practice rather than get left behind.From Fighting to Surfing Change: Master why you must view relentless change as fuel for self-improvement rather than a threat. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary