Success Story with Scott D. Clary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Sam Adeyemi is a renowned leadership expert and global conference speaker with over two decades of experience in shaping high-impact leaders. He founded the Daystar Leadership Academy (DLA), which has graduated over 40,000 individuals since its establishment in 2002. In addition to his role at DLA, Sam serves as a mentor to numerous CEOs in Nigeria and around the world, offering his expertise in leadership development. With a Master of Arts degree in Leadership Studies from the University of Exeter, UK, and a Doctor of Strategic Leadership from Regent University, Virginia, USA, he brings a wealth of academic knowledge to his practical leadership work.Sam Adeyemi is currently the CEO of Sam Adeyemi GLC, Inc., a leading global leadership consulting company, on a mission to empower high-impact leaders to shape the fortunes and destinies of nations. His global influence is further underscored by his extensive speaking engagements, including the prestigious Global Leadership Summit, where he has addressed audiences from around the world, significantly impacting leaders in over 130 countries. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/thesamadeyemi/https://twitter.com/sam_adeyemi/https://samadeyemi.com/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot — https://hubspot.com/  ButcherBox - https://butcherbox.com/success (Code: success)Justin Wine - https://justinwine.com/ (Code: success)Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryMy First Million Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@MyFirstMillionPod/DeleteMe — https://joindeleteme.com/success (Code: success) NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Factor — https://factormeals.com/successpod50 (Code: successpod50)HelloFresh — https://hellofresh.com/50successpod (Code: 50succespod)Munch— https://www.getmunch.com/ (Code: success)ZBiotics — https://zbiotics.com/success (Code: success) ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Introduction02:42 - Sam Adeyemi's Journey13:47 - Quitting vs. Hustling: A Game-Changer18:01 - Discovering Faith's Guiding Light25:29 - Leadership Wisdom Unveiled30:39 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast31:58 - Religion's Modern Dilemma39:32 - Religion's Moral Influence45:12 - Life's Compass Without God50:12 - Wealth vs. Poverty: Shared Struggles56:27 - Business Nuggets from Sam1:02:29 - Parting Insights from Sam1:06:04 - Connect with Sam Adeyemi1:06:39 - A Message to His Younger Self1:08:23 - Deciphering Success with Sam

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, we dissect the intriguing concept of "Hindsight Bias" — the tendency to believe, after an event has occurred, that we would have predicted or expected it. This cognitive distortion affects various aspects of our lives, from personal decisions to societal judgments. Let's unravel the facets of hindsight bias and discover ways to counteract its pitfalls.The Hindsight Illusion: A dive into the story of a failed relationship that exemplifies how we reimagine past events to fit our present understanding.Historical Recognitions: Even ancient philosophers like Seneca, Confucius, and teachings from Buddhism touched upon the essence of hindsight bias without naming it.Societal Implications: Hindsight bias isn't just personal; it affects our legal system, business strategies, and societal narratives. Its influence is pervasive, from investors regretting not choosing the "obvious" stock to doctors feeling a diagnosis should have been clearer.Countering Hindsight Bias: Strategies ranging from envisioning multiple histories, embracing a beginner's mindset, focusing on the decision-making process, reframing disappointments, documenting thoughts, seeking diverse perspectives, to rigorously assessing decisions based on processes and not just outcomes.The Hindsight Horizon: A concept that captures how far we can objectively see into the past. Emphasizes the role of habits, behaviors, and practices that can either obscure or clarify our hindsight vision. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Theresa DePasquale pivoted from being the entrepreneurial powerhouse behind a series of thriving health clubs in Tampa Bay to becoming a digital trendsetter in the vast expanse of online branding. Launching her Instagram footprint in 2012, she quickly demonstrated her marketing prowess, turning multiple brand pages into significant revenue streams, most notably her personal brand @TheresaDepasquale which commands an audience of over 220k.By 2018, Theresa had founded Capture Social Group, a consulting powerhouse, which not only advises national firms and industry leaders on brand amplification but has evolved to provide end-to-end management and content solutions. Specializing in the health, wellness, and lifestyle verticals, Theresa's guiding ethos is to empower brands, making them resonate with an engaged and passionate audience. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/theresadepasquale/https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresadepasquale/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot — https://hubspot.com/  Butcherbox - https://butcherbox.com/success (Code: success)Justin Wine - https://justinwine.com/ (Code: success)My First Million Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@MyFirstMillionPod/DeleteMe — https://joindeleteme.com/success (Code: success) NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Factor — https://factormeals.com/successpod50 (Code: successpod50)HelloFresh — https://hellofresh.com/50successpod (Code: 50succespod)Munch— https://www.getmunch.com/ (Code: success)ZBiotics — https://zbiotics.com/success (Code: success) ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Introduction02:25 - Origin Story: Meet Theresa Thepasquale06:40 - Standing Out in Social Media Marketing11:48 - Persuading Business Leaders15:00 - The Power of Personal Branding21:06 - Old vs. New Social Media23:28 - Influencers vs. Experts29:45 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast30:18 - Cracking the TikTok Code31:27 - Instagram Insights34:00 - The Value of Authentic Content36:45 - TikTok and Data Privacy37:39 - Exploring the Metaverse39:08 - Paid Badges on Twitter and Instagram40:26 - Top Instagram Features43:56 - AI in Content Creation45:10 - Fitness-Inspired Habits54:25 - Benefits of Meditation1:00:14 - Connecting with Theresa Online1:00:42 - Defining Success with Theresa

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory This episode of "Success Story: Lessons" features Ben Nemtin, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, mental health advocate and one of the world's top motivational speakers. We explore three common barriers that can inhibit success and fulfillment: fear, lack of deadlines, and waiting to feel inspired. Ben offers insights on how to overcome these obstacles on the path to living your dreams and achieving your personal bucket list.The Traps of Fear: Unpacking the fears of failure and judgment that hold us back, and reframing fear as a signal of growth.Creating Accountability: Setting deadlines, sharing goals, finding accountability partners, and scheduling actions to stay on track.Sparking Inspiration Through Action: Taking small steps forward to build momentum and motivation, instead of waiting for inspiration to strike.Assessing Real vs Imagined Risks: Separating legitimate risks from imagined worst-case scenarios that fuel anxiety.Embracing the Learning Process: Recognizing you don't need to map out the full path to success; just take the next step and figure out the rest as you go. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/lJYtaZLpclgPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Stephen Petasky is the CEO and founder of the Luxus Group, a company that specializes in developing, managing, and servicing resort residential and hospitality real estate assets. He is a visionary leader and a lifelong entrepreneur who has a passion for creating luxury lifestyle investments. He started his career as the president and owner of retail grocery stores, where he gained valuable experience in business management and customer service. In 2007, he launched Luxus with a vision to help people connect their dreams and passions with real estate investment. He created a unique co-ownership model that allows investors to access a portfolio of luxury vacation homes in different countries. He also expanded Luxus into the mid-luxury vacation rentals market, offering a curated collection of short-term rental homes that combine hotel certainty with vacation home comfort. He has owned and managed over 50 luxury properties and hospitality assets with a value of over $100M in 6 different countries. He has also serviced more than 20,000 client vacations to these properties, making him one of the most experienced and successful entrepreneurs in the industry.  ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/stephenpetasky/https://twitter.com/stephenpetasky/https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-petasky-86437711/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot — https://hubspot.com/  Butcherbox - https://butcherbox.com/success (Code: success)Justin Wine - https://justinwine.com/ (Code: success15)My First Million Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@MyFirstMillionPod/DeleteMe — https://joindeleteme.com/success (Code: success) NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/Factor — https://factormeals.com/successpod50 (Code: successpod50)HelloFresh — https://hellofresh.com/50successpod (Code: 50succespod)Munch— https://www.getmunch.com/ (Code: success)ZBiotics — https://zbiotics.com/success (Code: success) ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Introduction01:18 - The Early Life of Stephen Petasky04:31 - Stephen's First Business Venture08:04 - Lessons from Stephen's Business Mistakes13:32 - Expanding the Initial Venture16:25 - Stephen's Current Business Journey21:10 - Exploring Real Estate Opportunities28:13 - Evaluating Investment Risks34:00 - Addressing Property Vacancy Issues36:57 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast37:30 - Strategies for Success45:26 - Building Effective Teams51:27 - The Importance of Reference Checks53:51 - Thriving in New Business Territories55:54 - Stephen's Interest in Vacation Real Estate59:16 - Exploring International Property Markets01:03:45 - Insights into Real Estate01:07:00 - Understanding Deal Flow01:08:50 - Final Thoughts and Connecting with Stephen Petasky Online01:11:57 - Reflective Conversations with Stephen01:13:07 - Overcoming Major Challenges01:14:45 - Influential Figures in Stephen’s Life01:15:51 - Recommendations for Aspiring Entrepreneurs01:17:48 - Advice to a Younger Stephen01:18:40 - Redefining Success with Stephen Petasky

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, we journey beyond the relentless hustle culture to explore the balance between goal-driven (telic) activities and goal-free (atelic) activities. This distinction, inspired by philosophical insights, sheds light on the path to a balanced, meaningful, and satisfying life amidst the pressure to constantly achieve. Here's what we'll delve into:The Trap of Constant Achievement: Unpacking the societal pressures of relentless goal pursuit and the impact on our well-being.The Philosophical Lens: Introduction to the concepts of telic and atelic activities, derived from the thoughts of Aristotle, Kieran Setia, and Arthur Schopenhauer.The Dangers of Telic-Dominant Living: Exploring the psychological and physical toll of a life overly focused on measurable success.The Beauty of Atelic Activities: Discovering the enriching, everyday activities that nourish the soul without a defined end goal.Actionable Steps: Practical suggestions to identify and incorporate atelic activities in daily life, fostering a balance between doing and being.Reflections on Personal Growth: A reminder that growth and fulfillment can be found beyond societal benchmarks of success, in the simple, goal-free activities that bring joy and serenity. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryThis episode of "Success Story: Lessons" features Eszylfie Taylor, Founder and President of Taylor Insurance and Financial Services. He discusses lessons on rebuilding after hardship, creating scalable businesses, achieving work-life balance, and more.Rebuilding After Hardship: Eszylfie shares how he rebuilt his business and life after major financial and personal setbacks.Creating Scalable Businesses: He outlines the importance of building companies that can operate without reliance on any one person's talents.Achieving Work-Life Balance: Eszylfie explains why taking time to reset and refocus is critical, even when obsessed with success.Defining Personal Success: He emphasizes that success looks different for each person, and not to compare yourself to others' definitions.Focusing on Daily Progress: Eszylfie advises finding peace in the unknown by making the most of each day, one at a time. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/RSEwO3TqBgkPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544?i=1000590493312 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Mike Baker is a former CIA covert field operations officer with a distinguished 17-year career specializing in counterterrorism, counternarcotics, and counterinsurgency operations. His expertise took him around the globe, where he engaged in, organized, and supervised operations across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the former Soviet Union, and other undisclosed locations.In addition to his CIA career, Mike Baker is known for his role as the host of "BLACK FILES DECLASSIFIED," a television series where he investigates top-secret military projects, unveiling hidden aspects of military technology and operations. His experiences and insights have not only contributed significantly to global security but have also provided a rare glimpse into the world of espionage and military innovation, making him a respected figure in the field of intelligence and security. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://twitter.com/MBCompanyMan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-baker-1280/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT — https://hubspot.com/  BUTCHERBOX - https://butcherbox.com/success (Code: success)JUSTIN WINE - https://justinwine.com/ (Code: Success)MY FIRST MILLION PODCAST - https://www.youtube.com/@MyFirstMillionPod/SHOPIFY — https://shopify.com/successstory/NETSUITE  — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/FACTOR — https://factormeals.com/successpod50 (Code: successpod50)HELLOFRESH — https://hellofresh.com/50successpod (Code: 50succespod)MUNCH— https://www.getmunch.com/ (Code: Success)ZBIOTICS — https://zbiotics.com/success (Code: success) ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:14 - Mike Baker’s Origin Story06:04 - Secrets of CIA Training08:13 - The Ideal CIA Operative12:31 - Covert Lifestyle: Inside the CIA13:45 - Exit Strategies from the CIA17:15 - From Spy to Private Eye20:32 - Insights from Mike’s Time at the CIA30:16 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast33:35 - Crafting Business Triumphs38:13 - Mastering 'Get Off the X'40:40 - CEO's Guide: Deciding in Uncertainty42:32 - Modern Business Threatscape46:07 - Wisdom for Entrepreneurs52:03 - Security Pioneering Strategies53:59 - Mike's Major Mishap55:26 - Unveiling Mike's Book & Socials56:54 - Defining Success with Mike Baker

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, we're diving deep into the power of self-integrity and the importance of follow-through. Many of us are filled with ideas but struggle to take action. Here's what we'll cover:Ideas vs. Action: Reflecting on the common struggle of having numerous ideas but failing to act on them, inspired by a quote from Zig Ziglar.Life According to Kettering: An introduction to Charles F. Kettering and his perspective on the future and the importance of seeing things through.The Pressure of Perfection: Understanding the challenges of perfectionism and the fear of failure, and how they can hinder our progress.The Power of Habit: Delving into how our brains are wired and why we often revert to old patterns, making change difficult.Self-Integrity and Follow-Through: Highlighting the significance of self-integrity in shaping our identity and the importance of consistently following through on our commitments.Practical Steps to Cultivate Self-Integrity: Tips on breaking down goals into manageable steps, committing only when ready, and the value of planning without setting rigid end dates. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryThis episode of "Success Story: Lessons" features Tiffani Bova, Author & Global Salesforce Evangelist. She dives deep into the intricacies of company growth, the importance of employee experience, and how companies can miss the mark. Here are the key takeaways:Modernizing Growth Strategies: Tiffani discusses how she took tried and true strategies for growth and modernized them using tools like Social, Mobile, Cloud, Big Data, and AI.Customer Experience as True North: The importance of focusing on what customers want and need, but also recognizing the role of employees in delivering brand promises.Employee Experience (EX) and Customer Experience (CX): The tight connection between the two and how companies that excel in both see faster growth rates.The Real Impact of Unhappy Employees: Tiffani touches on the "great resignation," quiet quitting, and unionization, emphasizing the need for companies to balance customer and employee satisfaction.Being Customer-Centric: While being customer-centric is essential, Tiffani stresses the importance of ensuring employees are equally engaged and have a positive experience. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/Hb0dmL-J4JwPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544?i=1000616433933 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary