Podcast
Success Leaves Clues
Hosted by Davis Nguyen · EN
Success Leaves Clues is a podcast spotlighting the stories, strategies, and transformations created by today’s top career, leadership, executive, and other coaches.
Each episode dives into the real-world journeys behind coaching businesses, how they started, scaled, and succeeded, along with lessons learned, client success stories, and practical takeaways for aspiring or established coaches.
Whether you’re helping professionals pivot careers, grow as leaders, or step into entrepreneurship, this show offers an inside look at what it takes to build a purpose-driven, profitable coaching practice.
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Why Adaptability Is the Ultimate Competitive Advantage with Richard Jalichandra
2d ago00:38:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, our guest is Richard Jalichandra, accomplished CEO, board advisor, entrepreneur, and technology leader known for driving innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable business growth across multiple industries. With decades of executive leadership experience leading high-growth organizations and navigating complex market shifts, Richard shares valuable insights on scaling businesses, building high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, and making strategic decisions in rapidly changing environments. We explore the leadership principles that enable organizations to adapt and thrive, the role of technology in shaping the future of business, and the mindset required to lead through uncertainty while creating long-term value. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, investor, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers practical lessons on growth, resilience, leadership, and staying ahead in an increasingly competitive world.You can find him on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jalichandra/https://www.inclinecapital.net/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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George Gillas on Aligning Mind, Heart & Action for Peak Performance
2d ago00:35:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, host Pedro welcomes George Gillas, a seasoned coach and performance expert with more than 20 years of experience helping high performers unlock their potential. George shares his fascinating journey from sales and management into coaching, revealing how discovering his life purpose—to inspire others to achieve their goals—became the foundation of his career.Throughout the conversation, George discusses the importance of aligning thoughts, emotions, and actions to create meaningful results. He explains how diagnosis must come before prescription, why accountability is essential for successful coaching relationships, and how entrepreneurs can avoid burnout by learning when and how to delegate effectively.George also dives into the future of coaching, his innovative TriGruent framework, and how AI is transforming the way coaches and business owners understand their markets. Whether you're a coach, entrepreneur, business leader, or someone striving for personal growth, this episode is packed with practical insights on purpose, performance, leadership, and long-term success.Connect withLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgegillas/Website: https://georgegillas.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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Leadership, Delegation, and Building a Thriving Business with Naama Zusman
2d ago00:35:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, our guest is Naama Zusman, executive coach, leadership consultant, entrepreneur, and organizational development expert who helps leaders and business owners unlock sustainable growth through strategic leadership, effective delegation, and purposeful decision-making. Drawing from her experience coaching executives, entrepreneurs, and teams, Naama shares practical insights on overcoming the challenges of scaling a business, letting go of the need to do everything yourself, building trust within your team, and creating systems that support long-term success. We also explore the mindset shifts required to transition from operator to leader, the importance of charging based on value, avoiding burnout, and developing the confidence to grow both personally and professionally. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, coach, or business owner looking to scale with intention, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies for leading effectively while building a business that can thrive without depending on you for everything.You can find her on:https://www.instagram.com/naamazusman/https://www.naamazusman.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/naama-zusman/https://www.threads.com/@naamazusmanEmail: info@naamazusman.comSupport the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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From Data Analyst to Speaking Coach: The Cooper Camak Story
2d ago00:41:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, host Pedro welcomes Cooper Camak, workplace communication and speaking coach, founder of Speaking Up Your Game, and former data analyst turned confidence-building expert.Cooper shares his journey from working at Coca-Cola to launching a successful coaching business that helps professionals overcome speaking anxiety, develop executive presence, and communicate with confidence. He reveals why most people struggle with public speaking, how fear of judgment affects performance, and the practical frameworks he teaches to help professionals excel in presentations, meetings, and leadership roles.Whether you're an entrepreneur, manager, coach, or professional looking to improve your communication skills, this episode is packed with actionable insights on confidence, leadership, public speaking, and business growth.Connect withLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coopercamak/Website: https://www.speakingupyourgame.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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Crystal Wright on Building a Business Through Confidence, Systems, and Accountability
2d ago00:38:39Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, host Pedro welcomes Crystal Wright, renowned career and business coach, motivational speaker, author, and founder of the 30 Days at 100% movement.Crystal shares her remarkable journey from Xerox account executive to Hollywood talent agent and eventually becoming a highly sought-after coach helping entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals transform their careers and businesses. She reveals the importance of systems, accountability, confidence, pricing your value, and creating boundaries that drive long-term success.Crystal also discusses how coaching is not about giving people answers but helping them discover their own path through structure, preparation, and personal responsibility. Whether you're an entrepreneur, coach, or professional seeking transformation, this episode is packed with practical wisdom on growth, leadership, mindset, and building a business that lasts.Connect withLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalwrightlive/Website: https://www.crystalwrightliveacademies.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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From Strategy to Impact: Leadership Lessons with Michael Clark
3d ago00:38:45Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, our guest is Michael Clark, leadership coach, executive advisor, speaker, and organizational development expert dedicated to helping leaders, teams, and organizations achieve greater levels of performance, engagement, and success. Drawing from his extensive experience in leadership development, coaching, and business transformation, Michael shares valuable insights on building high-performing teams, leading through uncertainty, fostering accountability, and creating cultures where people can thrive. We explore the importance of emotional intelligence, communication, trust, and adaptability in today's evolving workplace, along with practical strategies for developing leadership capabilities and driving meaningful organizational change. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, manager, coach, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers actionable lessons on leadership, personal growth, and creating lasting impact through people-centered leadership.You can find him on:https://www.instagram.com/personalitypitching/https://www.threads.com/@personalitypitchinghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelclark06/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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Chauncy Gardner on Authentic College Admissions and Student Success
3d ago00:38:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, host Pedro welcomes Chauncy Gardner, founder of Lighthouse College Counseling, for an insightful conversation about helping students and families navigate the college admissions process with confidence and authenticity.Chauncy shares her journey from educator and dean of students to independent college counselor and entrepreneur. She discusses the challenges of building a business, transitioning from a traditional career, finding the courage to leave behind safety nets, and creating a coaching practice centered on student success rather than prestige.The conversation explores the realities of college admissions, the importance of aligning student goals with family expectations, pricing and growth as a business owner, and the powerful transformations that happen when young people discover their strengths and build confidence in their future.Whether you're an entrepreneur, coach, parent, educator, or student, this episode offers valuable lessons about authenticity, leadership, personal growth, and building a business that truly serves others.Connect withLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chauncy-gardner-ab76965/Website: https://www.lighthouse-college-advisors.com/aboutSupport the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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Tania Vasquez on Why Authenticity Is Your Greatest Competitive Advantage
5d ago00:39:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, host Pedro welcomes Tania Vasquez, an organizational development consultant, leadership coach, and champion of authentic personal transformation. Tania shares her remarkable journey from corporate leadership and consulting to helping entrepreneurs, executives, and business owners unlock their true potential by aligning with their natural strengths.Together, they explore the power of self-awareness, authentic leadership, intuition in business, organizational growth, and why knowing yourself is the foundation of sustainable success. Tania explains how individual alignment drives stronger teams, better business outcomes, and greater fulfillment. This conversation is packed with insights for leaders seeking clarity, purpose, and a deeper unConnect withLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taniavasquez1Website: https://vibrationalleadership.org/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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The Growth Framework That Helps Leaders Thrive with Sinead Sharkey-Steenson
5d ago00:39:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, our guest is Sinead Sharkey-Steenson, executive coach, leadership development expert, speaker, and trusted advisor who helps leaders, professionals, and organizations unlock greater performance through self-awareness, accountability, and intentional growth. Drawing from her extensive experience in coaching, leadership development, and organizational transformation, Sinead shares valuable insights on the relationship between confidence and competence, how leaders can develop sustainable success without falling into burnout, and the importance of continuous learning, feedback, and strategic implementation. We explore practical approaches to building leadership capacity, managing growth, navigating career and business challenges, and creating systems that support both personal fulfillment and professional excellence. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, manager, coach, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers actionable lessons on building confidence through experience, leveraging accountability for growth, and creating lasting impact.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sinead-sharkey/https://genwomen.global/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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How Wes Rowlands Built a $620M Wealth Management Business
6d ago00:36:02Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, host Pedro welcomes Wes Rowlands, a wealth strategist, entrepreneur, and passionate financial coach who left the world of Wall Street to help everyday families build lasting wealth. Inspired by personal experiences growing up in a financially struggling household, Wes transformed adversity into a mission to change family trees through financial education and disciplined wealth creation.Wes shares his journey from serving institutional clients to managing over $620 million in assets for business owners and retirees. He discusses the importance of aligning your goals with the right strategy, avoiding burnout through resilience, maintaining unwavering commitment to your mission, and building a business that delivers real value. This conversation is packed with practical insights on wealth, entrepreneurship, coaching, personal growth, and creating a legacy that lasts for generations.Connect withLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesrowlands/Website: https://www.atikanwealth.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesIf you are a coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com
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