Podcast
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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Lessons - How the Right Mentor Turned an Addict Into a $350M Founder | Eric Spofford - Granite Recovery Centers Founder
Jun 1700:11:15Summary 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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Lessons - The 8-Figure Bootstrapped Founder on Mistakes That Kill Most Businesses | Richard Capp - Milton & King CEO (HGTV Featured)
Jun 1700:10:58Summary 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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Karolina Pelc - BeyondPlay Founder (Acquired by FanDuel) & Author of Her Play | The Real Reason Some People Get All the Breaks
Jun 1601:46:36Summary 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)
Jun 1300:12:03Summary 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
Jun 1300:11:37Summary 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
Jun 900:50:25Summary 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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Lessons - The Man Helping Countries Adopt Bitcoin as Legal Tender | Samson Mow - JAN3 CEO & Fmr Bloc
Jun 600:10:35Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this “Lessons” episode, Samson Mow, JAN3 CEO and former Blockstream CSO, explores the deeper meaning of Bitcoin and its role as the foundation of future money. He explains why Bitcoin, in his view, represents the ultimate form of decentralized, permissionless money, functioning as a store of value, medium of exchange, and emerging unit of account, while introducing hyperbitcoinization as the long-term end state where fiat currencies lose relevance. He contrasts Bitcoin with other blockchain ecosystems like Ethereum, arguing that many so-called decentralized networks are in reality highly centralized and malleable, with governance structures that can resemble corporate decision-making more than sound monetary systems. He also critiques the broader crypto and venture capital landscape, suggesting that incentives have pushed speculative token projects, smart contract platforms, and DeFi ecosystems that often prioritize short-term gains over security, decentralization, or real utility.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/xYsh-D1lY0s Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/samson-mow-ceo-of-pixelmatic-and-jan3-why-bitcoin/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7fXIFF9ge7o9gHf389jIlt ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Lessons - The FBI's Hostage Negotiation Trainer on How to Get Through to Anyone | Dr. Mark Goulston - Psychiatrist & Author of Just Listen
Jun 600:14:00Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Dr. Mark Goulston, psychiatrist and author of Just Listen, reveals the communication strategies that help people break through resistance, build trust, and make their ideas impossible to ignore. Learn why being compelling is more powerful than being convincing, how to identify unspoken objections before they become rejection, and why the best communicators focus on understanding others instead of simply selling themselves. Through stories from hostage negotiation training, high-stakes trials, and investor pitches, Dr. Goulston shares practical insights on using empathy, self-awareness, and generosity to create deeper connections and open doors to new opportunities.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/P_1AXjzfv5I Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-mark-goulston-dying-expert-international-keynote/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/63G61dvPNUnle5O3kcCOya ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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Eric Ries - Author of The Lean Startup (5M+ Copies Sold) | The Man Who Wrote The Lean Startup Says t
Jun 201:19:11Summary ready➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstoryEric Ries is an entrepreneur, author, and business visionary best known for writing The Lean Startup, a groundbreaking framework that has sold over five million copies and fundamentally transformed how startups and enterprises build products and manage innovation. Drawing from his own experiences as a Silicon Valley founder, Ries introduced the concept of the "minimum viable product" and iterative, customer-driven development, principles now embraced by companies and business schools worldwide. His latest book, Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad… and How Great Companies Stay Great, tackles one of the most pressing questions in modern business: what causes thriving organizations to lose their way, and what separates the rare few that manage to sustain greatness over time. Through his work, Ries continues to challenge entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to rethink the fundamental structures driving, and too often corrupting the world of business.➡️ Show Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/ericriesactual/https://x.com/ericries https://www.linkedin.com/in/eries/ ➡️ Bookshttps://www.amazon.com/Incorruptible-Good-Companies-Great-Stay/dp/B0FWZZBPZBhttps://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 ➡️ 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 – Intro01:28 – Attending a Company’s Funeral09:16 – Business Advice That Didn’t Age Well12:06 – Debunking Entrepreneurship Myths18:18 – When Success Becomes the Problem25:06 – Sponsor Break28:05 – The Foundation of Ethical Capitalism45:11 – Adapting to Changing Market Forces50:57 – Sponsor Break53:08 – Why Founders Still Build the Wrong Way1:05:32 – Eric’s Advice for First-Time Founders1:10:54 – Why Trust Is the Foundation of Business1:17:32 – The Business Lesson He’ll Teach His Children
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Lessons - The Man Behind Priceline and a $500M Exit Explains What Actually Wins | Michael Loeb - Loe
Jun 100:13:42Summary ready➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Michael Loeb, Founder & CEO of Loeb.nyc, shares why relentless persistence is the greatest competitive advantage and how mastering a single core strength can lead to extraordinary success. He explains why chasing world-class excellence in one area is far more valuable than fixing every weakness, reveals the mindset that has driven his entrepreneurial career, and explores how curiosity, resilience, and consistent action create lasting results. Through stories from business, sports, and investing, Michael illustrates why the people who refuse to quit are often the ones who achieve the impossible.➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/c4FCYd0CpL0 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/michael-loeb-president-and-ceo-of-loeb-nyc/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6lNKKqm0cf52jke6O6cORG ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary
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