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 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

➡️ 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 7 years ago, Luke invested $25,000 dollars in learning SEO as a last ditch effort to escape Corporate America. Fueled by a desire for time freedom, he pivoted from traditional agency work to a game-changing website rental model. Today, Luke manages a 7-figure portfolio of lead generation websites across 73 niches in 48 states, generating tens of thousands of qualified leads monthly. His coaching program has reached entrepreneurs in nine countries, teaching them how to leverage Google for lead generation and passive income, eliminating the need for costly advertising agencies and services like Home Advisor and Thumbtack. With Luke's guidance, business owners worldwide are achieving unprecedented growth while taking full control of their time.In a world where most jobs and businesses force a choice between money and time, Luke's approach breaks the mold. He empowers business owners to influence their Google visibility, generating leads effortlessly and building wealth while regaining their precious time. Luke Van Der Veer's legacy is one of empowerment, inspiring countless individuals to break free from the constraints of traditional work and embrace the limitless potential of the online landscape. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/lukevanderveer/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukevanderveer/  https://lukevanderveer.com/   ➡️ 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 - Intro02:36 - Luke's Journey Begins05:42 - Luke's Business Start-Up Mistake07:13 - Real Passive Income or Just Side Hustles?14:34 - Luke's Website Rental Strategy17:04 - The Mindset Behind Luke's Success22:36 - The Secret Sauce of a Passive Business25:45 - Monetizing an SEO-Based Business27:59 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast28:32 - Starting a Website Rental Company33:21 - Organic vs. Paid Marketing39:37 - Solving the Lead Generation Puzzle48:11 - Impact of Luke's SEO on Offline Businesses50:42 - Simplifying Entrepreneurship54:38 - Luke's Mindset Evolution: From Employee to Owner to Investor56:41 - Advice for 20-Year-Old Luke1:00:30 - Closing Thoughts from Luke Van Der Veer1:01:25 - Connecting with Luke Online1:02:13 - Defining Success with Luke Van Der Veer

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➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryThis episode of "Success Story: Lessons" features Sandeep Chennakeshu, technology executive and author. He shares insights on lessons learned over his career that led him to become President of Blackberry. Here are the key takeaways:Get Out of Your Comfort Zone: Sandeep emphasizes continuously taking on unfamiliar roles to expand your skillset. He gave examples like moving into hardware development despite no experience.Learn from Everyone: When tackling new areas, Sandeep highlights studying extensively beforehand and then seeking knowledge from colleagues. He credits this for building diverse experience.Deliver Results: While knowledge matters, Sandeep stresses executing under pressure as the key differentiator. He notes successfully driving outcomes in tough situations is what really matters.Embrace Adversity: Overcoming challenges develops resilience and capabilities. Sandeep views stumbles as opportunities to learn and improve.Stay Grounded: At senior levels, it's critical to meet stakeholder needs while remaining true to your values. Sandeep emphasizes leadership integrity. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://youtu.be/we2awY-qjGMPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-story-with-scott-d-clary/id1484783544?i=1000618200587 ➡️ 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 GuestLindsay McCormick is the Founder and CEO of Bite, a trailblazing brand in sustainable oral care. Her journey began in 2016 while working as a TV producer on HGTV's "House Hunters." Lindsay, fueled by a passion for sustainability, invested $6,000 to create eco-friendly toothpaste alternatives. Today, she leads Bite, a multimillion-dollar company committed to eliminating plastic waste from personal care products. Lindsay's transition from TV producer to sustainable entrepreneur, her impactful Shark Tank appearance, and her dedication to a plastic-free future exemplify her entrepreneurial spirit and environmental commitment.Based in Southern California, Lindsay revolutionizes personal care with Bite's plastic-free, cruelty-free products, including viral toothpaste tablets. Her story showcases how small brands can drive big change, emphasizing the importance of embracing discomfort as a founder. Lindsay McCormick's legacy lies in her relentless pursuit of a more sustainable world, one innovative product at a time. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/heylindsaymc/https://twitter.com/lindsaymc/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-mccormick-39188521/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT — https://hubspot.com/  MY FIRST MILLION PODCAST - https://www.youtube.com/@MyFirstMillionPod/MASTERWORKS — https://masterworks.art/successstory (Early Access)SHOPIFY — https://shopify.com/successstory/NETSUITE — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/FACTOR — https://factormeals.com/successpod50 (Code: successpod50)BLINKIST — https://blinkist.com/claryMUNCH— https://www.getmunch.com/ (Code: Success)ZBIOTICS — https://zbiotics.com/success (Code: success)HELLOFRESH — https://hellofresh.com/50successpod (Code: 50successpod) ➡️ Talking Points00:00 - Intro03:10 - Lindsay McCormick's Origin Story07:29 - First Side Hustle Iteration13:00 - Realizing Product Viability18:50 - Scaling Amid Influx of Orders26:05 - Shark Tank Offers & Fundraising Views34:13 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast35:23 - Sustainability in Product Launch40:50 - Prioritizing Sustainability in Business44:11 - Expanding Beyond Key Product48:20 - Launching New Products Seamlessly50:58 - Secrets to New Product Success53:38 - Lessons for Changing Customer Habits57:15 - Advice on Building a CPG Brand58:12 - Lindsay's Closing Thoughts1:00:00 - Connecting with Lindsay Online1:00:21 - Lindsay's Definition of Success