Success Story with Scott D. Clary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Natasha Graziano, who turned her life around from adversity to success. Natasha shares strategies on personal branding, audience engagement, and overcoming fears, providing a roadmap for building a powerful social media presence.Building Confidence and Overcoming Fear: Natasha discusses the importance of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome. She highlights how fear is often an illusion—"false evidence appearing real"—and encourages stepping beyond mental barriers to achieve success.Monetizing and Scaling: Learn practical steps to monetize a social media presence, even with a smaller following. Natasha explains the importance of offering value, building trust, and leveraging social proof to attract opportunities and collaborations.The Power of Associations: Understand how strategic collaborations and associations with trusted figures and publications can enhance credibility and expand reach. Natasha shares her formula for building a reputable and influential personal brand.Turning Adversity into Strength: Natasha's story of overcoming addiction, exploitation, and homelessness to become a successful mindset coach and philanthropist demonstrates the power of resilience and finding one's "why."➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/s3aThB2wHNE          Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/natasha-graziano-author-speaker-podcaster-be-it-until/id1484783544?i=1000559166175                Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2npwOXALw50QCiKNMmOQzZ?si=59ec69a7cfac4263                ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, we explore the innovative approach to business financing taken by Charlie Feng, Co-Founder of Clearco. Learn how Clearco offers an alternative to traditional funding models, focusing on efficiency and scalability for modern digital businesses. Alternative Funding Models: Discover the limitations of traditional debt and equity financing for asset-light digital businesses and how Clearco's revenue-based financing model provides a more suitable and efficient solution for these companies. Scaling Efficiently: Learn about the importance of finding the most efficient way to capitalize on your business as you move from the initial R&D phase to scaling. Clearco’s approach helps businesses grow without giving away significant equity or taking on traditional debt. Early Revenue Lessons: Charlie shares valuable insights from his experiences, emphasizing the importance of charging customers early to validate demand and gather meaningful feedback. Learn how to maximize your learning and efficiency by asking for financial commitments from your customers. Commitment Strategies: Understand how even a zero-dollar invoice can help secure a higher level of commitment from enterprise customers, making them go through their internal processes and thus validating your product further. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/CeNNFvo-K90        Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/charlie-feng-co-founder-of-clearco-growing-your/id1484783544?i=1000554214171              Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/51kGkrhESRr372Eb6Aoqtr?si=4387cd4c62cd4b3b               ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ 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 GuestTina Berger is a visionary leader, board member and advisor to Fortune 500 companies like Chevron and BP, renowned for her strategic acumen in the energy sector and her impactful role as a board member for non-profit publishing. Her debut book, Coming Around, reflects her commitment to economic reform and her advocacy for cross-cultural collaboration. With a rich background in real estate, corporate consultancy, and impact investing, Tina’s multifaceted career is marked by her passion for storytelling, innovation, and education, making her a dynamic force for global good and a champion for future generations. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/tina_berger_us/https://twitter.com/tinabergerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-berger-358103/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - 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/successstory24 ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 - Intro02:16 - Tina’s Journey09:03 - Digital Transformation Insights12:01 - Consultant Fixes15:51 - Global Business Models27:09 - Self-Improvement for Leaders32:57 - Sponsor: The Ops Authority33:43 - Spirituality in Business38:01 - Defining Spirituality40:22 - Fulfillment Beyond Success47:35 - Tina’s Fulfillment51:20 - Lessons from Tina’s Book56:01 - Overcoming Career Challenges1:02:56 - Advice to Younger Self1:04:26 - Most Impactful Person1:06:20 - Book and Podcast Picks1:07:42 - Defining Success1:08:29 - Connect with Tina

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, we explore the journey of becoming a top female tech leader and the intentional steps necessary to climb the corporate ladder. Learn from Maggie Chan Jones, the Founder of Tenshey and former CMO of SAP, who shares her insights and experiences in navigating the tech industry and breaking through barriers.Clarity and Career Goals: Understand where you want to go in your career and set clear objectives to guide your decisions and actions.Intentional Career Steps: Take strategic and deliberate actions to advance your career, including taking risks and seizing high-impact opportunities.Importance of Sponsorship: Build relationships with sponsors who can advocate for you, provide visibility, and open doors to new opportunities.Taking Strategic Risks: Make bold moves in your career, such as changing companies or taking on challenging roles, to position yourself for leadership opportunities. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/DE-BP440PDM           Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maggie-chan-jones-founder-of-tenshey-decoding/id1484783544?i=1000539352157                 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jNh9dk0dBAarnOCliIaFO?si=f015d18a3ad947e9                  ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, we delve into the transformative power of narratives and their impact on overcoming fear and driving action. Learn from John Hagel, Founder of the Center for the Edge, as he distinguishes between narratives and stories and explores the role of passion in achieving long-term goals.Narratives vs. Stories: John Hagel distinguishes narratives as open-ended calls to action focused on future opportunities or threats, unlike self-contained stories. Reflecting on personal narratives helps drive actions and overcome fear.Passion of the Explorer: Hagel describes the "Passion of the Explorer" as a commitment to impact, excitement for challenges, and a drive to connect with others. This passion transforms pressure into growth opportunities, though it is often discouraged in traditional work environments. Cultivating it is key to meaningful success. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ogf2JGDOvr0          Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-hagel-founder-of-center-for-the-edge/id1484783544?i=1000539450609                Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zR5sQCM0PZKYMV3kSIR5P?si=a083772464d54fd3                 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ 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 Karl Alomar is a serial entrepreneur turned investor with extensive experience in starting, developing, and selling high-growth businesses in various market segments. Karl co-founded two successful ventures of his own, followed by 6 years as COO at DigitalOcean helping build the company from the ground up to $250MM ARR.Karl currently holds the position of Managing Partner at venture firm M13, whose notable investments include Ring, Mud/Watr, Lyft, Shake Shack & Tonal. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/kalomarnyc/https://x.com/kalomarnyc/https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-alomar-0516a219/ ➡️ 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.comLinkedIn Jobs - https://linkedin.com/excellenceMiro - https://miro.com/successpodPorkbun - https://porkbun.com/successstory24 ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:23 - Karl’s Journey Begins07:17 - Choosing Entrepreneurship Over VC09:35 - Betting on DigitalOcean14:24 - Scaling Without Experience18:28 - Lessons from DigitalOcean's Growth24:45 - Hiring the Right Talent27:18 - M13's Unique Edge34:53 - Sponsor: The Ops Authority Podcast35:38 - Value of Operator-Investors38:07 - Successes and Missed Opportunities48:38 - Future Vision for M1354:12 - Connect with Karl Online54:48 - Overcoming Life’s Biggest Challenge56:23 - Most Influential Person57:50 - Karl’s Book and Podcast Picks58:48 - Advice to Younger Self59:49 - Defining Success

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, we delve into the career journey of Bob Richards, Executive Vice Chairman at Cushman Wakefield. Bob shares his experiences in commercial real estate, from starting his own brokerage to leading a top firm. Discover his insights on leadership, navigating tough economic times, and the importance of betting on yourself.Embrace Leadership Opportunities: Bob emphasizes the importance of leaving a successful position to pursue greater leadership roles and the fulfillment that comes from mentoring others.Innovative Compensation Models: Learn about the unique salary bonus program Bob implemented, which fostered teamwork and set his firm apart from traditional commission-based models.Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Bob shares how starting his company before the 9/11 attacks and during economic downturns presented unexpected opportunities for growth.Finish as Strong as You Start: Bob highlights the importance of seeing projects through with the same diligence from start to finish, ensuring thorough and detailed execution. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/UMAS2UR4v88         Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bob-richards-executive-vice-chairman-at-cushman-wakefield/id1484783544?i=1000534760626               Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6pUEIMJTooW7L0vIo3vz17?si=4edb389ec41f44a5                ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, we explore the insights and strategies shared by Patrick Bet-David, CEO of Valuetainment and PHP Agency. Patrick discusses the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and aligning personal values with professional goals. Gain valuable knowledge on decision-making, seeking the right counsel, and maintaining integrity in business.Mentorship and Learning: Patrick emphasizes the importance of having mentors and advisers who provide direction and accountability. He shares how seeking advice from experts in specific areas can help make better decisions and grow professionally.Values and Alignment: Understand the significance of living by your values and principles. Patrick highlights how aligning behavior with personal values leads to internal peace, confidence, and success.Strategic Decision-Making: Discover the importance of questioning advice and understanding the motives behind it. Patrick discusses the value of critical thinking and making informed decisions based on thorough analysis and sound reasoning.Adapting to Change: Learn about the necessity of staying informed and adaptable, especially in rapidly changing environments. Patrick shares his views on staying relevant by continually reassessing strategies and embracing new information. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/UIcfPUB4Hes           Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/patrick-bet-david-ceo-of-valuetainment-php-agency-4/id1484783544?i=1000471197574                 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/01TFbgmQFHRzcEjU6nU6vs?si=995c7212fe164985                  ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ 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 Chris Dixon is a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and the founder and leader of a16z crypto, a division of the firm dedicated to investing in crypto and blockchain technologies. He is a leading voice in the Web3 space and a strong advocate for the potential of decentralized technologies to revolutionize the Internet. His new book, "Read Write Own: Building the Next Era of the Internet," explores this vision in depth. Chris has a proven track record of identifying and investing in groundbreaking technologies, with notable investments including Oculus (acquired by Facebook), Stripe, Coinbase, and many others. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/cdixon/https://x.com/cdixon/https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-dixon-9599b127b/ ➡️ 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.comLinkedIn Jobs - https://linkedin.com/excellenceMiro - https://miro.com/successpod ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:22 - Early Internet10:23 - The Ideal Future of Web315:42 - Chris Dixon’s Web3 Journey21:13 - Angel vs. Crypto Investing25:40 - Lessons from Top Investors31:25 - Sponsor: The Ops Authority Podcast32:10 - Biggest Investment Failure37:57 - Solving Problems in Crypto41:30 - Helping Companies Succeed46:56 - Creators & Composability49:35 - Building Apps: Then vs. Now1:00:22 - Crypto Myths1:03:17 - Web3 Adoption Challenges1:08:45 - Connect with Chris Dixon1:08:58 - Advice to Younger Self

David Wachs, CEO of Handwrytten, discusses adaptability in business, employee happiness, innovating with technology, and identifying market opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of evolving strategies, creating a positive work culture, leveraging technology, and seizing market opportunities for business success.