Success Story with Scott D. Clary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣ Ian Tien is CEO and co-founder of Mattermost, Inc., which delivers high trust collaboration to leading enterprises on a vibrant open source platform. Thousands of companies trust Mattermost for vital communications across the web, PC, and phone, with archiving, search, and integrations with hundreds of business applications. Ian has also won the 2018 Gartner Cool Vendor Award.Ian previously founded SpinPunch, Inc., an award-winning online video game company whose titles were played by millions of people across 190 countries. He was formerly VP of Product at Flickme, a movie streaming startup backed by Sequoia Capital, Warner Brothers, and Sony Pictures. Before that, he ran product management for Microsoft’s SkyDrive and Windows Live Photos services (now "OneDrive") and was product management lead for Hotmail (now "Outlook.com"). Prior, he led engineering teams for Microsoft Office in its enterprise software business across SharePoint and business intelligence product lines.Ian holds over a dozen patents in analytic applications and is an alumnus of the University of Waterloo, where he worked at Trilogy Software during school, and the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he served as a teaching assistant for Andy Grove and Myron Scholes. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://twitter.com/iantien/https://www.linkedin.com/in/iantien/https://mattermost.com/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/ ➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro03:39 - Ian Tien's origin story04:35 - What was the career journey that brought Ian Tien to Mattermost?10:22 - What is the concept of open source and how was it important for Ian?16:00 - Conversations with VCs who are investing in an open source company22:45 - Is an open source program more secure than a closed source program?28:23 - What was Ian Tien's customer acquisition strategy?31:12 - How to find, scale up, and maintain great talent?36:54 - Ian’s advice for entrepreneurs regarding open source companies39:49 - Evolving trends and common practices of remote work42:54 - Which software companies have done remote work well before Ian’s company?46:27 - Where does Ian Tien want to take Mattermost in the next 5 to 10 years?47:26 - How can people connect to Ian Tien?47:49 - Is there anything Ian Tien would like to redo in his career?48:34 - What keeps Ian up at night?49:08 - What was the worst point in building Mattermost and how did Ian overcome it?50:41 - The biggest challenge Ian Tien ever faced in his personal life52:01 - The most impactful person in Ian Tien’s life53:42 - Ian’s book or podcast recommendation54:00 - What would Ian Tien tell his 20-year-old self?54:14 - What does success mean to Ian Tien?

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣ Gigi Robinson is a popular digital content creator, digital artist, chronic Illness & mental health advocate, and a Sports Illustrated Swim Model. She is known for many things. From being a finalist in the Sports Illustrated Swim Search to her advocacy in the chronic illness and body positivity spheres, all the way to NFT research and navigating life as a small business owner. With features in Bustle, Business Insider, Forbes, and Vogue Business, Gigi combines beauty and brains as GenZ’s forefront thought leader in the content creation space.Robinson is a natural inspiration to her viewers. Having been diagnosed with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome at the age of 14, Gigi knows how hard it is to be different. However, her lively spirit, positive demeanor, and elevated work ethic have made her and her Spotify Live Podcast “Everything You Need Is Within” an instant hit. Listeners of her podcast have the opportunity to learn how to become their own advocates, challenge the status quo and dominate in professional settings. Gigi truly has everything you need to unlock your inner girl boss. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/itsgigirobinson/https://twitter.com/itsgigirobinson/https://www.gigirobinson.com/   ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/ ➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro03:37 - Gigi Robinson's origin story04:53 - When did Gigi start working?10:21 - Overcoming your insecurities15:09 - How did Gigi have self-awareness and figure out her “why” at such a young age?17:32 - When did Gigi Robinson's hobby become her passion?24:36 - Why do people hesitate to put themselves out there?29:45 - Quitting your job and starting up your own company37:52 - Monetizing your content42:10 - Gigi Robinson’s content mechanism48:42 - Opportunities on different platforms51:11 - How does Gigi navigate through creative burnout?55:46 - The biggest stress Gigi faced as a full-time content creator1:00:52 - Advice for the people who are negotiating with bigger brands1:04:43 - Where do people start with PR?1:09:18 - What advice would Gigi give to new content creators?1:13:33 - What impact does Gigi want to have on the world through her content?1:15:05 - Where can people connect to Gigi Robinson?1:15:54 - What keeps Gigi up at night?1:17:02 - The biggest challenge Gigi faced in her life1:18:20 - A person who has had a major impact on Gigi’s life1:19:21 - Gigi Robinson’s book or podcast recommendation1:20:02 - What would Gigi Robinson tell her younger self?1:21:02 - What does success mean to Gigi Robinson?

➡️ If you liked the show, please subscribe & leave a podcast review on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/success-story/id1484783544 ➡️ For More Episodes Visit: www.successstorypodcast.com Entrepreneurship is a high-stress, all-consuming job. It's not for the faint of heart, or those without an iron will. That's because, for the most part, you are forging a new path with no model to follow. There are no guarantees; the only constant is change.There's no question that this type of work can be highly rewarding. But because it is so involved, it's also incredibly easy to get burned out. (Entrepreneurial burnout is a real thing, and it's not pretty).That's why it's so important to set boundaries for yourself – both in your professional and personal life. I learned a few important lessons about this in a recent interview with CEO and bestselling author, Melissa Urban. Tweet Me: twitter.com/scottdclaryMy Newsletter: newsletter.scottdclary.com/subscribe

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣Kute Blackson is the author of the national bestselling book You.Are.The.One. and is widely considered the next generation leader in the field of personal development by everyone ranging from Larry King, Jack Canfield, Marianne Williamson, and more. He has been featured on Larry King Now, Fox and Friends, Dr. Drew, and Inc magazine call him ‘The Mindfulness Guru Billionaires Go To For Advice’.A charismatic visionary and transformational teacher, Kute Blackson offers a fresh, bold look at spiritual awareness for a whole new generation. Born in Ghana, West Africa, Kute's multicultural upbringing as the child of a Japanese mother and a Ghanaian father has spanned four different continents. His unique lineage lay the foundation for his approach to breaking down barriers and unlocking an individual's true gifts and greatness.For over 20 years, Kute Blackson has been inspiring audiences around the world. From the first time he spoke in front of 3,000 people at age 8, to speaking in over 300 venues by age 18, to helping organizations develop authentic leadership and achieve extraordinary performance over the last decade. His electrifying presentations, not only offer real-world practical ideas and soul-stirring wisdom, but also ignite the heart, and inspire courageous action.His mission is simple: To awaken and inspire people across the planet to access inner freedom, live authentically, and fulfill their true life’s purpose. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/kuteblackson/https://twitter.com/kuteblackson/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/kute-blackson-35755519/   ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/ ➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro03:33 - Kute Blackson's origin story19:38 - How to deprogram yourself and remove all the negativity from your life37:15 - How to find your purpose in life50:45 - Mindset, courage, and getting out of your own way1:05:41 - Importance of embracing death and understanding your own mortality1:11:53 - What does Kute Blackson want his legacy to be?1:12:32 - Where can people connect to Kute Blackson?1:14:15 - What keeps Kute Blackson up at night?1:14:49 - The biggest challenge Kute Blackson has overcome in his life1:15:44 - Kute Blackson’s mentor1:16:46 - Any book or podcast recommended by Kute Blackson1:17:03 - What would Kute Blackson tell his 20-year-old self?1:17:28 - What does success mean to Kute Blackson?

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣Stephen M. R. Covey is a New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The SPEED of Trust—The One Thing That Changes Everything. He is the former CEO of Covey Leadership Center, which, under his stewardship, became the largest leadership development company in the world. Stephen led the strategy that propelled his father’s book, Dr. Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, to become one of the two most influential business books of the 20th Century, according to CEO Magazine.As President and CEO of Covey Leadership Center, Stephen nearly doubled revenues while increasing profits by 12 times. During that period, the company expanded worldwide into over 40 countries, significantly increasing the brand's and enterprise's value. The company was valued at $2.4 million when Stephen was named CEO, and, within three years, he had grown shareholder value to $160 million in a merger he orchestrated with Franklin Quest to form FranklinCovey.Stephen co-founded CoveyLink, a consulting practice, which focuses on enabling leaders and organizations to increase and leverage trust to achieve superior performance.Stephen recently merged CoveyLink with FranklinCovey, forming the Global Speed of Trust Practice, where Stephen serves as Global Practice Leader.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/stephenmrcovey/    https://twitter.com/StephenMRCovey/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-m-r-covey-6400191a5/  ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro03:50 - Stephen M. R. Covey's origin story09:23 - “7 Habits of Highly Effective People”, how has this book remained influential to date?13:54 - Carving his own path in the FranklinCovey Association20:45 - Where does leadership lie today?26:30 - How to inspire your employees33:22 - Maintaining your company and managing through leadership 36:37 - What does a perfect “trust culture organization” look like?40:28 - How to hire and manage the right team47:25 - How does Stephen define modeling?53:17 - Where can people connect with Stephen M. R. Covey?58:25 - Biggest challenge Stephen has overcome in his personal life59:30 - What keeps Stephen up at night?1:00:38 - Stephen M. R. Covey’s mentor1:01:49 - A book or podcast recommended by Stephen M. R. Covey1:03:18 - What would Stephen tell his 20-year-old self?1:04:18 - What does success mean to Stephen M. R. Covey?

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣ Yosef Martin is the founder of BoxyCharm, a Miami-based online subscription beauty service launched in 2013. With his unique vision as CEO, BoxyCharm quickly became a major disruptor in the online subscription beauty box industry as the first brand to deliver full-size products to members. Today, the company has a community of more than 4 million followers across its social media platforms, enjoys more than 10 million monthly visitors online, and is the #1 searched beauty box brand on YouTube. BoxyCharm made Inc.’s 500 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the nation in 2018, 2019, and 2020. In 2020, the company was acquired for $500 million by Beauty for All Industries (BFA), a newly formed beauty innovation platform that is home to IPSY, Madeby Collective, and more.  ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/yflmartin/     https://twitter.com/yosef_Martin/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/yosefmartin/    ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/MANSCAPED - https://manscaped.com/ (Promo Code: 20success) ➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro02:13 - Yosef Martin’s origin story06:15 - How does Yosef know he is moving in the right direction while launching a new product in the market?12:22 - How did Yosef Martin get into online marketing?19:02 - How to get your product to have a cult-like following?33:47 - What was the biggest screw-up Yosef had?47:28 - How to hire good help1:00:34 - Should a CEO be a good marketer?1:03:39 - Yosef Martin’s opinion on Elon Musk trying to buy Twitter1:14:19 - Will Netflix recover or diversify?1:18:19 - Life after selling your company for 500m1:26:42 - Yosef Martin’s investment strategy?1:31:18 - What are the companies that Yosef Martin looks to invest in?1:36:52 - What would Yosef Martin start if he started another company?1:40:13 - The most essential things to teach a first-time entrepreneur

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣ From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. His success includes managing over 30 million dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and tens of millions in real estate business, with over 200 transactions and an HGTV pilot show since 2014.In 20 years, Chris has built and owned 16 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, and House Hunters. He is currently the co-founder and CEO of FlipOut Academy™, founder of The Money School™, and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier.As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works. Innovating what it takes to break the chains of financial slavery, Chris is driven to deliver the financial expertise that fuels lasting freedom. To date, he has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans.  ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/thechrisnaugle/    https://twitter.com/thechrisnaugle/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisnaugle/   ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/MANSCAPED - https://manscaped.com/ (Promo Code: 20success) ➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro03:38 - Chris Naugle's origin story34:16 - How did Chris navigate through the recession after 9/11?50:21 - How to be your own bank1:02:00 - What happens when you get paid on your death benefit early?1:03:30 - Are there any underwriting issues that may be faced while taking loans?1:12:30 - What is Whole Life Insurance?1:10:09 - How can you screw this up?1:13:40 - How do recessions and inflation affect the market?1:25:57 - What are the factors that can affect an average person's financial wellbeing?1:36:41 - How can people connect to Chris Naugle?1:39:06 - What keeps Chris up at night?1:39:14 - The biggest challenge that Chris Naugle has overcome in his life1:39:40 - Any book or podcast recommended by Chris Naugle1:39:50 - What would Chris tell his 20-year-old self? 1:39:55 - What does success mean to Chris Naugle?

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣ Kurt Sowers is the President and Founder of SOCO Group. SOCO Group is a general contracting firm that offers design and build services specific to commercial upfit and interiors. Mr. Sowers currently holds his general contractor’s license in the state of North Carolina and has set sight on expanding his licensing across the South-Eastern states. Prior to starting SOCO Group, Kurt worked professionally in the construction industry as a construction manager and project superintendent. During his tenure in the industry, Kurt has directly overseen $25 million dollars of new construction. Although building can be considered the embodiment of his persona, Kurt’s entrepreneurial aspirations are not limited to construction. He is currently creating a fashion brand with his aesthetically inspired and long-term friend William.  ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/sir_kurt/   https://twitter.com/sir_kurt/  https://www.instagram.com/soco.group/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/MANSCAPED - https://manscaped.com/ (Promo Code: 20success) ➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro02:40 - Kurt Sowers’ origin story04:05 - How to figure out your passion07:15 - Lessons learned getting into entrepreneurship10:15 - How to start a business from scratch13:51 - General contracting horror stories14:50 - Navigating through Covid16:41 - Closing and executing on your first few deals19:42 - How to overcome business problems in construction25:12 - What should people look for when hiring?26:12 - Why did it take two years for Kurt’s company to become profitable?30:26 - How does Kurt bring in new business?36:11 - How to scale a business.39:19 - Personality traits of successful entrepreneurs.43:44 - Did going into and coming out of the show “Joe Millionaire” change anything for Kurt Sowers?47:56 - The change in Kurt’s mindset from back when he started his business vs now59:20 - Where can people connect with Kurt Sowers?1:00:05 - The biggest challenge Kurt Sowers has overcome in his personal life1:00:55 - What keeps Kurt up at night?1:02:01 - One person that had a major impact on Kurt’s life1:04:24 - A book or podcast recommended by Kurt Sowers1:05:31 - What would Kurt tell his 20-year-old self?1:07:05 - What does success mean to Kurt Sowers?

Marc Randolph, veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur and co-founder of Netflix, shares his journey from startup dreamer to industry titan. He discusses the genesis of Netflix and his unique partnership with Reed Hastings. Randolph believes in the mantra 'no ideas are good ideas' and stresses the importance of real-world testing over extensive planning. He reflects on balancing the pursuit of shiny new ideas while maintaining focus and highlights the significance of self-awareness as an entrepreneur. Tune in for insights on innovation, adaptability, and mentorship!

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest⁣ Janelle James is an experienced global marketing strategist, consumer expert, and diversity & inclusion specialist with a passion for changing the world. Her career spans 20+ years including multiple marketing disciplines and has enabled her work to touch over a billion people. Her global work experience includes recognizable agencies such as Leo Burnett, Edelman, and Kantar, and supporting brands such as McDonald's, P&G, Samsung, American Express, eBay, Disney, and Shell.She is currently an SVP at Ipsos where she designs, conducts, and analyzes a wide range of studies for Fortune 500 companies and consults client partners on everything from consumer and market knowledge to inclusion to marketing plan development. Prior she was a Director of Research at Kantar, EVP at Edelman, and SVP at DDB. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/janelle.a.james/  https://twitter.com/janellejames/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/janelleajames/      ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHUBSPOT - https://hubspot.com/ ➡️ Talking Points⁣00:00 - Intro02:22 - Janelle James’ origin story12:43 - What is the one thing that has completely shifted in marketing over the last few years?17:03 - Changing your logo to a rainbow flag?21:50 - How do we uncover undercover bias?33:48 - Does work from home have an impact on the ability of the company to have a more diverse workforce?38:55 - How do you hire properly?51:30 - Companies that are actually doing good for equity and inclusion.55:33 - Is there anything else on which Janelle James is working currently?56:27 - One of the biggest challenges faced by Janelle James in her career59:08 - What is one of the biggest misconceptions Janelle James had seen in marketing and advertising?1:04:20 - What would Janelle tell her younger self?1:05:39 - Who has been a mentor to Janelle?1:09:00 - A book or podcast recommended by Janelle James1:10:30 - What does success mean to Janelle James?