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Success Story with Scott D. Clary
Hosted by Success Story Media · EN
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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Wallo267 - 20 Years in Prison to Millions in Business | The Conversation You're Afraid to Have With Yourself
4d ago01:16:37Summary ready➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryWallace "Wallo267" Peeples is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, cultural advisor, and media personality whose life story stands as one of the most compelling redemption arcs in modern business. After serving 20 years in prison, he committed himself to entrepreneurialism upon release, quickly amassing millions of followers through viral motivational content and co-founding the wildly popular *Million Dollaz Worth of Game* podcast. A three-time TEDx speaker who reaches millions globally, Wallo267 channels the raw, unfiltered truth of his journey to challenge audiences to have the conversation most people are afraid to have with themselves — the one about accountability, purpose, and the unlimited potential waiting on the other side of your hardest chapter.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/wallo267/ https://www.youtube.com/@wallo267 https://x.com/Wallo267 ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott)Odoo – https://www.odoo.com NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryFramer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory)LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Priori - https://priori.life/ Mars Men - https://mengotomars.com/ Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Xero - https://www.xero.com Dell - dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Amp - https://amp.ai (Code: successstory)Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success)Hostinger - https://www.hostinger.com/success (Code: success)Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10)MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT)➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro01:19 – The Article That Changed Everything04:33 – When He Stopped Caring What People Think06:17 – The Mindset That Keeps People Stuck09:45 – Why You Don’t Trust Yourself Enough14:10 – How He Protected His Mind in Prison21:40 – Sponsor Break26:33 – How Prison Changed His View of Life33:10 – Why You Need to Choose Yourself37:51 – Your Biggest Limitation Is Hesitation38:38 – Why Motivation Is a Scam40:07 – Sponsor Break43:52 – Building Discipline Without Burning Out53:04 – Why We Overcomplicate Everything54:58 – Becoming a Millionaire Before You’re One58:10 – Why You Need to Clap for Yourself59:53 – What He’d Tell His 17-Year-Old Self1:10:32 – How to Reprogram Your Mind1:13:44 – The Lesson He’d Pass On to His Kids1:14:51 – The Story Behind Wallo2671:15:15 – The Version of Wallo You Don’t Know
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Lessons - A 4th Generation Diamond Expert Reveals How the Industry Rips You Off | Olivia Landau - The Clear Cut CEO & Forbes 30 Under 30
4d ago00:10:34Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Olivia Landau, CEO of The Clear Cut and a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, breaks down the truth about natural and lab grown diamonds and explains what most consumers misunderstand when making a purchase. Learn how both types of diamonds are created, why scarcity and resale value play a major role in long-term pricing, and how industry incentives can influence what customers are told. Olivia also reveals how some buyers are unknowingly giving up valuable assets, why she believes lab grown diamonds have no lasting value, and what questions you should ask before making one of the biggest luxury purchases of your life.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/aT1fdLz7zo8 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/olivia-landau-founder-and-ceo-of-the-clear/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/54yfYtYN251yZMEe0YcgQl ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The Philosophy That Took Him From Rock Bottom to 100 Million Views | James Whittaker - 3x Bestselling Author & Napoleon Hill Foundation
4d ago00:10:51Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, James Whittaker, 3x bestselling author and partner of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, shares the philosophy that helped him overcome adversity and build a platform that has reached over 100 million people worldwide. Drawing from the principles of Think and Grow Rich, he explains why resourcefulness and resilience are the two most important traits for long-term success, how his "Win the Day" philosophy helps create clarity and momentum, and why focusing on daily actions is the key to achieving bigger goals. James also discusses the importance of purpose, self-awareness, and balance, offering practical insights on overcoming setbacks, managing stress, and creating fulfillment across both your personal and professional life.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/za_sH-NqdmE Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/james-whittaker-entrepreneur-speaker-3x-best-selling/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Io1F72whrlPlKBQrEztvp ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Ryan Stygar - Author of Get It in Writing (1M+ Followers) | America's Most Famous Labor Lawyer Reveals What Your Employer Hopes You Never Learn
5d ago02:09:20Summary ready➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryRyan Stygar is a prominent labor and employment attorney widely recognized as one of America's most influential voices on workers' rights. Known as "America's Most Famous Labor Lawyer," he has built a following of over one million people across social media by demystifying workplace law and empowering employees with the knowledge their employers would rather keep hidden. He is the author of Get It in Writing, a practical guide that arms workers with the legal insights and strategies needed to protect themselves on the job. Through his engaging, accessible approach, Ryan has made complex legal concepts approachable for everyday workers — transforming labor law from an intimidating subject into a powerful tool for those who need it most.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/attorneyryan/ https://www.youtube.com/@RyanStygar https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanstygar/ ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott)Odoo – https://www.odoo.com NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryFramer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory)LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Priori - https://priori.life/ Mars Men - https://mengotomars.com/ Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Xero - https://www.xero.com Dell - dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Amp - https://amp.ai (Code: successstory)Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success)Hostinger - https://www.hostinger.com/success (Code: success)Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10)MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT)➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro01:17 – The Career Advice Ryan Wishes He Had at 2004:02 – Your Company Isn’t Your Family17:51 – How Covid Changed Work Forever28:05 – Why You Need Everything in Writing31:34 – Sponsor Break34:52 – Does Remote Work Protect Employees?37:09 – The Truth About Non-Competes44:47 – The Biggest Lie About At-Will Employment52:35 – How to Fire Employees the Right Way58:35 – What to Do If You’re Fired Unfairly1:09:33 – Sponsor Break1:12:18 – Why Employees Don’t Know Their Rights1:14:44 – Why Minimum Wage Expectations Are Broken1:24:12 – What Legally Counts as Workplace Harassment?1:31:27 – How to Fight a Pay Gap Legally1:36:58 – The Moment Ryan Became an Employee Advocate1:49:37 – The Biggest Lesson From Ryan’s Book1:50:43 – Employee Rights Myths That Won’t Die1:58:12 – Ryan’s Wildest Workplace Case2:02:16 – What to Do When Your Rights Are Violated2:05:24 – The Lesson Ryan Wants His Kids to Remember
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Lessons - The 8-Figure Bootstrapped Founder on Mistakes That Kill Most Businesses | Richard Capp - Milton & King CEO (HGTV Featured)
6d ago00:10:57Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Richard Capp, CEO of Milton & King and an entrepreneur featured on HGTV, shares the realities of building an 8-figure business without outside funding. He explains why patience, persistence, and long-term thinking are often the greatest competitive advantages in business, how small daily improvements compound into meaningful growth, and why many founders fail by expecting results too quickly. Richard also discusses the sacrifices required to build a sustainable company, the importance of learning from mistakes rather than avoiding them, and how staying committed through years of uncertainty can ultimately create lasting success.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/7iTYaNiJ5kk Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/richard-capp-ceo-of-milton-king-disrupting-a/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HILbHhBvP37Ryiv35bSDE ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - How the Right Mentor Turned an Addict Into a $350M Founder | Eric Spofford - Granite Recovery Centers Founder
6d ago00:11:14Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Eric Spofford, founder of Granite Recovery Centers, shares how relentless execution and decisive action can accelerate success in business and life. He explains why aspiring entrepreneurs should seek mentors with proven experience and measurable results, how taking action before having all the answers creates momentum, and why learning from those who have already achieved your goals can dramatically shorten the path to success. Eric also discusses the importance of personal development, revealing why true fulfillment comes from internal growth and self-awareness rather than money, status, or external achievements alone.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/IoXcKZ39bzo Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eric-spofford-ceo-of-spofford-enterprises-from-drug/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UOqAxQNSY4qG0klUJUuj9 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Karolina Pelc - BeyondPlay Founder (Acquired by FanDuel) & Author of Her Play | The Real Reason Some People Get All the Breaks
1w ago01:46:36Summary ready➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryKarolina Pelc is a serial entrepreneur and author best known as the founder of BeyondPlay, an innovative gaming technology company that was acquired by FanDuel. With a track record of building ventures that capture the attention of industry leaders, Karolina has established herself as a pioneering force at the intersection of technology and entertainment. She is also the author of Her Play: Make Your Own Luck, in which she shares the strategic insights and unconventional thinking that have defined her entrepreneurial journey. A sought-after voice in business and innovation, Karolina inspires others to recognize and seize the opportunities hiding in plain sight.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/storiesbypelc/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolinapelc/ https://www.herplay.com ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott)Odoo – https://www.odoo.com NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryFramer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory)LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Priori - https://priori.life/ Mars Men - https://mengotomars.com/ Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Xero - https://www.xero.com Dell - dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Amp - https://amp.ai Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success)Hostinger - https://www.hostinger.com/success (Code: success)Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10)MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: scott)➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro01:16 – The Truth About Luck in Business04:15 – Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs07:41 – The Power of Making Your Own Luck11:54 – The Mindset That Changes Everything15:56 – Karolina’s Entrepreneurial Journey28:42 – Raising Kids Who Embrace Reinvention34:44 – Sponsor Break38:02 – Redefining Success49:57 – Advice for Founders Building Today57:39 – Scaling Mistakes That Cost the Most1:05:32 – Sponsor Break1:08:17 – Why Teams Aren’t Families1:12:52 – Hiring Frameworks That Work1:18:55 – Does Luck Really Matter?1:20:14 – The Science of Engineered Serendipity1:24:22 – How to Eliminate Limiting Beliefs1:31:48 – Overcoming the Feeling of Not Being Enough1:35:14 – The Moment Fear Lost Its Power1:39:44 – Advice Before Taking a Big Leap1:44:27 – The One Lesson for Her Kids1:45:53 – How to Move Through Fear
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Lessons - The CEO Protecting Billions in Crypto From Hackers | Pascal Gauthier - CEO of Ledger (6M+ Hardware Wallets Sold)
1w ago00:12:02Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Pascal Gauthier, CEO of Ledger (a company that has sold over 6 million hardware wallets), shares his insights on how trust in crypto has shifted after major exchange failures like FTX and why more users are moving toward self-custody and secure storage. He explains how these events accelerated the shift of assets away from exchanges and strengthened awareness around personal control of private keys. Pascal also challenges the idea that crypto is mainly about speculation, arguing that its real value lies in blockchain utility, decentralized applications, and peer-to-peer payments. He discusses how onboarding and usability remain key barriers to mainstream adoption, and why balancing simplicity with uncompromising security is essential for growth.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/vUxUKdK4VA8 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pascal-gauthier-chairman-ceo-of-ledger-how-ledger/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TcDEaj0ZBPwPpAZhl7rP2 ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - She Got Fired by Her Bully Boss and Built a Bigger Career From Scratch | Heather Monahan - Author of Overcome Your Villains
1w ago00:11:36Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Heather Monahan, author of Overcome Your Villains, shares her insights on rebuilding confidence and career momentum after being fired by a toxic boss. She explains how resilience after sudden setbacks depends on accountability, mindset, and the willingness to step out of harmful environments, drawing from her own experience of turning a career dismissal into a new beginning. She breaks down how “confidence campaigns” and intentional self-talk can be used to rewire self-belief, strengthen identity, and improve decision-making under pressure. She also discusses how identifying and addressing passive-aggressive workplace dynamics early can determine whether a career accelerates or stalls, and why removing toxic influences is often the key to regaining clarity and forward momentum.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/Cfbit5gY3-8 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heather-monahan-top-50-keynote-speaker-best-selling/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/54ofabuehoFGC9o4N0hg3C ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Bear Grylls - Adventurer, Fmr SAS & 18M+ Books Sold | Why Making It Nearly Destroyed Him
2w ago00:50:25Summary ready➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryBear Grylls is one of the world's most recognized adventurers and survival experts, best known for his decade-long run as the host of Man vs. Wild and his record as the youngest Briton to summit Mount Everest at age 23. A former member of the British Special Air Service (SAS), he has channelled his military discipline and wilderness expertise into a global media empire, authoring over 90 books that have collectively sold more than 18 million copies. Beyond television and publishing, he serves as Chief Scout for the United Kingdom and has built a thriving outdoor brand and adventure academy. Yet behind the fearless persona lies a candid admission: the relentless pursuit of success and identity through achievement nearly cost him his mental health and closest relationships — a journey he now shares openly to inspire resilience and authentic living in others.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/beargrylls/ https://x.com/BearGrylls https://www.youtube.com/c/beargrylls ➡️ Podcast SponsorsHubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott)iDigress Podcast - https://www.idigress.fm Riverside – https://creators.riverside.com/scottclary Odoo – https://www.odoo.com NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/claryFramer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory)LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary Priori - https://priori.life/ Mars Men - https://mengotomars.com/ Upwork - https://upwork.com/ Xero - https://www.xero.com Dell - dell.com/dell-pro AutoPilot - https://www.joinautopilot.com/landing Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud Amp - https://amp.ai ➡️ Talking Points00:00 – Intro02:30 – Why Hard Roads Build Strong People05:05 – The Season of Life Bear Is Living10:08 – Escaping the Hustle Trap16:14 – Sponsor Break19:03 – Build a Life on Strong Foundations25:54 – The Book That Brought Bear Closer to God33:29 – Sponsor Break36:14 – Finding Faith Beyond Religion39:02 – Nature’s Blueprint for Better Health43:45 – Bear Grylls’ Definition of Success47:40 – Survival Lessons for Life
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