

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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May 10, 2023 • 1h 18min
Dale MacKay - Top Chef & Restaurateur | Building a Top Chef Empire
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The GuestDale MacKay is a Canadian chef who has made a name for himself in the culinary world. He was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, in 1979 and began his culinary career at 19. MacKay has worked in some of the top restaurants in Canada and the United States, including the Four Seasons, Lumière, and Jean-Georges. In 2009, he won the title of "Top Chef Canada" in the first season of the popular television show.After winning Top Chef Canada, MacKay opened his own restaurant, Ayden Kitchen & Bar, in Saskatoon. The restaurant quickly gained national recognition and was named the "Best New Restaurant in Canada" by enRoute magazine in 2014. MacKay has since opened several other restaurants, including Little Grouse on the Prairie and Sticks and Stones, both in Saskatoon. He is known for his innovative approach to cooking, using local ingredients and creating dishes that are both elegant and approachable. Today, Dale MacKay is considered one of Canada's top chefs and a leader in the country's culinary scene. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/chefdalemackay/ https://twitter.com/chefdalemackay/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/ BLINKIST - https://blinkist.com/clary/ ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro03:11 - From Saskatoon to Stardom: Dale's Journey in the Culinary World04:44 - Crafting a Career in the Kitchen: The Art of Being a Chef13:50 - The Elusive Michelin Star: The Quest for Culinary Excellence17:24 - Lessons from a Master: Working with Gordon Ramsay20:03 - The Rise and Reign of Celebrity Chefs: A Chef's Perspective26:52 - The Instagram-Food Paradox: Are We Sacrificing Flavor for Likes?29:00 - Tech Meets Taste: How Innovation is Changing the Culinary Industry32:44 - The Recipe for Success: The Grassroots Idea Behind Starting a Restaurant46:35 - Dale's Checklist for Cooking Up Something New and Exciting49:05 - Striking the Perfect Balance: Innovation vs. Customer Expectations52:05 - Playing the Game: Balancing Competition and Personal Goals55:00 - Leading with a Dash of Spice: Dale's Unique Leadership Style1:03:06 - Hospitality's Brave New World: How the Future Will Impact the Business1:11:19 - If I Could Turn Back Time: Advice to My Younger Self1:12:29 - Final Food for Thought: Dale's Closing Words1:14:30 - Savoring the Connection: How to Reach Dale1:14:50 - Beyond the Plate: Redefining Success in the Culinary Industry

May 9, 2023 • 14min
Lessons - Unlocking Fulfillment: Aligning Personal Values and Goals for Lasting Success
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryIn this Lessons episode, we delve into the significance of goal congruence in personal life and its influence on achieving success and fulfillment. As we explore personal development strategies, we underscore the value of aligning personal values with life goals, nurturing a supportive environment, and setting clear objectives.The discussion highlights the power of understanding and embracing one's core values, demonstrating how this self-awareness can lead to greater personal satisfaction and success. We also delve into the importance of fostering a supportive network and cultivating a mindset that embraces growth and progress. Ultimately, the foundation of successful personal development lies in setting clear, congruent goals that resonate with your values, paving the way for lasting fulfillment and happiness. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

May 8, 2023 • 10min
Lessons - The Secret To Evangelism | Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Guy Kawasaki shares invaluable insights on business evangelism and its role in driving success. A renowned entrepreneur and marketing expert, he highlights the importance of the Celebrity CEO, company-wide evangelistic efforts, and the crucial role of a good product.Kawasaki reveals the power of the Celebrity CEO, showing how personal branding can elevate a company's reach. He delves into galvanizing the entire organization towards evangelistic goals, fostering a culture that embraces this vision. Ultimately, the foundation of successful evangelism lies in offering a high-quality product that genuinely resonates with customers, creating lasting impact and brand loyalty. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/fnLG1IhkKjQPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544?i=1000468825675 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

May 5, 2023 • 1h 28min
Valerie Fridland - Professor, Sociolinguist, and Author | Language and the Good in Bad English
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The GuestValerie Fridland is a Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, with a distinguished career in linguistics and phonetics. Her research interests include sociophonetics, language variation and change, and regional dialectology. She has contributed significantly to the field of linguistics through her publications in prestigious journals such as Journal of Phonetics, Language Variation and Change, and American Speech. Valerie is also the lead editor of Speech in the Western States Volumes I, II and III, which are widely regarded as authoritative works on the phonetics and dialectology of the American West.In addition to her academic work, Valerie is an accomplished writer and communicator, writing a monthly column for Psychology Today. In her column, she applies her expertise in linguistics to topics related to psychology and mental health. Valerie's innovative research, insightful writing, and effective communication of complex ideas have earned her numerous awards and honors, including the Early Career Award from the Linguistic Society of America and the Regents' Award for Early Career Scholarship from the University of Nevada, Reno.Valerie Fridland's contributions to the field of linguistics are widely recognized, and she is respected for her expertise in phonetics, dialectology, and sociolinguistics. Her research has shed light on the complex ways in which language is used and how it varies across different regions and communities. Valerie's commitment to effective communication and outreach has also made her a valuable resource for those seeking to better understand the role of language in society. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://twitter.com/FridlandValerie/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-fridland-0b29b5209/ https://www.valeriefridland.com/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/ MASTERCLASS - https://masterclass.com/successstory/ ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro02:43 - Valerie Fridland: The Linguistic Journey05:45 - The Power of Language: How It Shapes Our Lives17:27 - What Your Language Choices Reveal About Your Personality22:02 - Women's Voices and Their Influence on Men's Speaking Patterns33:46 - Language and Society Beyond North America37:58 - The Globalized World: Implications for Language and Communication42:11 - What Your Language Says About You: Insights from Val45:56 - The Good in Bad English: Arguments and Perspectives53:33 - Um, Uh, and Other Filler Words: Why We Use Them1:05:14 - The Psychology of Swearing: Why We Do It1:13:18 - Accent and Identity: How Our Environment Shapes Our Speech1:19:23 - Val's Advice for Success and Her Contact Handles1:23:35 - Valerie Fridland’s Definition of Success

May 1, 2023 • 15min
Lessons - Finding Product Market Fit & Scaling In A New Industry | Yosef Martin, CEO & Founder of Boxycharm
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryIn this Lessons episode, Yosef Martin discusses his role as a game-changer in an emerging industry, highlighting the benefits of being a disruptor. He shares insights on scaling his business by ensuring a high-quality product that resonates with customers, utilizing the power of FOMO and partnering with influencers. This approach has led to the phenomenal growth of his company, to the point where he achieved a $500m sale of his company, Boxycharm.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/RRBkTIY0pHgPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544?i=1000575813474➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Apr 28, 2023 • 49min
Niyc Pidgeon - Founder of Unstoppable Success | Empowering Women-led Businesses
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The GuestNiyc Pidgeon is a motivational speaker, positive psychologist, and business coach who is the founder of Unstoppable Success, a globally acclaimed online training company. She helps women-led businesses grow through six-figures, seven-figures, and multi-seven figures using her frameworks and methodologies. Niyc has won awards such as Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2015, Psychology Book Of The Year 2017, and Most Outstanding Positive Psychologist 2018. She has been appointed as a Supporting Partner at United Nations Women UK as an Ambassador for their Onebracelet campaign to end violence against women. Niyc has helped more than 10,000 women-led businesses create success and has sold millions of dollars worth of programs and products from the stage, online, and on the phone. She has been featured in numerous mainstream media and named a "Legendary Entrepreneur" in Forbes. Her award-winning and best-selling book, "Now Is Your Chance," is a 30-Day Guide To Living Your Happiest Life Using Positive Psychology, published with the world's largest mind-body and spirit publisher Hay House. Niyc is now working on her second title, "Force of Nature." ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/niycpidge/ https://twitter.com/niycpidge/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/niycpidgeon/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsBabbel - https://babbel.com/ (Code: Success Story)Netsuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclaryHostinger - https://hostinger.com/successHubspot - http://hubspot.com/successpod/ ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro03:34 - From Trauma to Triumph: The Inspiring Origin Story of Niyc Pidgeon08:08 - The Power of Parental Support: How Niyc's Confidence Impacted Their Work09:35 - Unleashing Your Inner Optimist: Understanding Positive Psychology13:26 - Tools for Overcoming Trauma: Niyc Pidgeon's Personal Strategies22:43 - Teaching Entrepreneurs to Thrive: Niyc's Motivation for Creating a Positive Psychology Company26:50 - Writing a Life-Changing Book: Niyc Pidgeon's Journey to Spreading Positivity35:05 - Starting from Scratch: Niyc Pidgeon's Advice for Building Something Great37:32 - Post Traumatic Performance: Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Greatness40:48 - Lessons Learned from a Positive Psychology Expert42:50 - Connecting with Niyc Pidgeon: How to Get in Touch and Learn More43:18 - What Keeps Niyc Pidgeon Up at Night: Personal Reflections on Life and Work43:47 - Overcoming Challenges: Niyc Pidgeon's Story of Perseverance and Resilience44:27 - Most Influential Person in Niyc’s Life45:28 - Niyc Pidgeon’s Must-Read Book and Podcast Recommendations45:55 - Advice for My 20-Year-Old Self: Niyc Pidgeon's Words of Wisdom46:18 - Defining Success: Niyc Pidgeon's Unique Perspective on Achieving Your Goals

Apr 26, 2023 • 14min
Lessons - Why You Need a Shutdown Ritual: The Power of Separating Work and Personal Life
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Apr 22, 2023 • 17min
Lessons - Success Principles and Transformative Growth | Jack Canfield, Best Selling Author
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryIn this Lessons episode, James Canfield delves into the principles of success and how individuals from various backgrounds can benefit from internalizing these concepts. Canfield shares his approach to learning and applying these principles by taking a gradual, step-by-step process, dedicating one week to each principle, and stressing the importance of having an accountability partner to ensure motivation and progress.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/RddrcP8QD_IPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544?i=1000473123089 ➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

Apr 18, 2023 • 1h 22min
Ariana Pareja - President & Co-Founder at Pareja Family Foundation | Entrepreneurship & Empowerment
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest Ariana Pareja is an entrepreneur, investor, and founder with over 18 years of business experience in starting, operating, and exiting three SMB businesses. Ariana’s primary expertise has centered around recruiting, training, and growing enterprise sales teams. Ariana Pareja attended George Washington University School of Business and is currently serving as President and Co-founder of the Pareja Family Foundation whose mission is to provide disadvantaged women and minorities a career in tech. Pareja is a mentor for the Venture Mentoring Team a non-profit dedicated to fostering the South Florida start-up community and SCORE.org In addition to mentoring, and consulting start-ups, Ariana has routinely spoken at several industry conferences & Establishments such as DEV CON 2022, Consensus 2022, IT EXPO, Nova Southeastern University, George Washington University, Harvard Business School South Florida's Pitch Competitions, MRED, Houston Association of Realtors, Miami Association of Realtors, MIBOR Association of Realtors, on the subjects of Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Fundraising and sits on the boards of minority-led startups. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/arianapareja/ https://www.facebook.com/arianadpareja/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arianapareja/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/ BABBEL - https://babbel.com/ (Code: Success Story) ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro03:03 - Ariana Pareja's Origin Story and Entrepreneurial Journey08:15 - Key Factors Behind Ariana's Success13:47 - Strategies for Achieving Professional Goals on a Budget16:33 - Building and Selling a Business: Ariana's Experience19:50 - The Importance of Building a Business to Sell22:59 - Raising Money: Lessons Learned28:25 - Realities After Exiting a Business and Future Focus35:38 - The Meaning of Impact in Entrepreneurship39:28 - Working with Women to Secure Investment44:00 - Career Mapping: Ariana's Advice51:48 - Course Benefits: Knowledge and Skills for Entrepreneurs53:34 - Top Strategies for Acquiring Initial Customers and Reaching One Million in Revenue56:30 - Revenue Split Considerations for B2B Products58:58 - Key Considerations for Scaling a Business1:01:32 - Evaluating the Impact of Team and Support on Experienced Individuals1:02:15 - Culture Building for Entrepreneurs1:03:21 - Taking a Business from One Million to Ten Million in Revenue1:04:41 - Managing the Dark Side of Entrepreneurship1:11:55 - Coping with Stress as an Entrepreneur1:14:08 - Finding Alignment with a Supportive Partner1:17:12 - Ariana's Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs1:18:30 - Connecting with Ariana Pareja1:19:29 - Ariana’s Definition of Success

Apr 15, 2023 • 10min
Lessons - Why Fear Is A "Go" Signal | John Assaraf, Best Selling Author
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com➡️ Watch the Podcast On Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary