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**Success Story with Scott D. Clary**

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.

Latest Episodes:

Guest Podcast: Mastering Content Creation (Escaping The Drift) Dec 18, 2024

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Today, you'll hear me on Escaping The Drift with John Gafford

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Travis Hearn - Senior Pastor of Impact Church and Author | The Fire Is For You Dec 12, 2024

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Travis Hearn leads Impact Church in North Scottsdale, Arizona, a congregation that evolved from a Bible study for Arizona Cardinals players into one of the region's fastest-growing churches. As Senior Pastor, he combines his roles as Team Pastor for the Phoenix Suns and former chaplain for NFL and MLB teams with his leadership of Impact Church, bringing a unique perspective shaped by over a decade of working with professional athletes. His books, including the three-volume 30: A 30-Day Journey With God series and The Fire Is for You, reflect his straightforward approach to making faith relevant in contemporary life. Through his ministry and writing, Hearn has developed a reputation for accessible teaching that connects with both seasoned believers and those new to faith, establishing Impact Church as a significant presence in the Scottsdale community.

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro

03:08 - A Life-Changing Moment

19:02 - Why “The Fire Is For You”

31:17 - Staying True to the Path

35:42 - Spotting Positive vs. Negative Influences

40:40 - Travis’ Secret to Building a Mega-Church

44:56 - Sponsor: The Hustle Daily Show

45:52 - Blending Tradition and Modernity in Church

50:42 - The Second ‘Fire’ That Shaped Travis

1:10:34 - Finding Faith When Miracles Feel Distant

1:13:29 - Sponsor: Range Rover Sport

1:15:05 - For Those Who’ve Never Considered God

1:19:21 - Reversing the Unchangeable

1:45:11 - Why Travis’ New Book Matters

1:49:14 - Advice for 20-Year-Old Travis

Lessons - The Billion-Dollar Health Secret | Will Ahmed - Founder and CEO of WHOOP Dec 11, 2024

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In this "Lessons" episode, Will Ahmed shares his insights on innovation, risk-taking, and personal growth as an entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of embracing technology risks, managing stress, and adapting leadership approaches to drive the success of WHOOP.

Embracing Technology Risks: Will highlights the importance of taking bold technology risks to innovate and reduce strategic risks. He explains how entrepreneurs often focus too much on market risks and miss the greater opportunity in pushing technological boundaries. Innovation, in his view, is about taking risks that challenge the status quo and unlock new possibilities.

The CEO Mindset for Innovation: Will discusses the mindset required to be a successful CEO, particularly in the early days of WHOOP. He shares how he learned to embrace negative feedback and differing perspectives. Over time, he realized the importance of collaboration, iteration, and being open to debate to strengthen both the company and his leadership skills.

Innovating for the Future: Will stresses the need to think beyond the present when innovating, especially in hardware development. He encourages entrepreneurs to consider what the market will look like several years from now and ensure that their innovations are ambitious enough to stay relevant in the long term.

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Lessons - Turning Rock Bottom Into Millions | Heather Monahan - Top 50 Keynote Speaker & Best-Selling Author Dec 11, 2024

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In this "Lessons" episode, Heather Monahan, top 50 keynote speaker and best-selling author, shares her actionable strategies for overcoming setbacks and building unshakable confidence. She discusses how to handle difficult workplace dynamics with grace and navigate challenging professional relationships to thrive in any environment.

The Power of Confidence: Heather emphasizes the importance of building confidence, especially during tough times. She shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity and highlights the steps she took to regain her confidence after being fired.

Firing Your Villains: Heather introduces the concept of "firing" the negative influences in your life, both external and internal. She explains how removing toxic people and battling negative self-talk can create the space needed to grow and thrive.

Running a Confidence Campaign: Heather shares how she applied marketing principles to boost her own confidence. She talks about crafting a personal confidence campaign, using mantras, repetition, and positive influences to achieve lasting self-assurance.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/Cfbit5gY3-8

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Anne Mahlum - Entrepreneur and Keynote Speaker | Turning $175k Into $88 Million Dec 10, 2024

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➡️ About The Guest

Anne Mahlum is the founder and CEO of [solidcore], a high-intensity fitness company generating over $50 million in annual revenue across more than 100 U.S. locations. Previously, she founded Back on My Feet, a nonprofit organization that has raised over $10 million and helped more than 7,500 individuals experiencing homelessness secure employment and housing. Her work combining business growth with measurable social impact has been featured in CNN, Forbes, and The New York Times.

➡️ Show Links

https://www.instagram.com/annemahlum/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-mahlum/

https://www.annemahlum.com/

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro

03:12 - A Defining Moment in Anne’s Youth

14:51 - Secrets to Non-Profit Success

17:57 - Lessons Anne Took to Solidcore

21:50 - Stepping Out of the Hustle

24:30 - Breaking Points in Growth

31:26 - Life in Seasons and Chapters

39:59 - Sponsor: The Hustle Daily Show

40:55 - Post-Exit Stress Explained

47:26 - Shifting Entrepreneurial Identity

49:30 - Escaping the Rat Race

54:11 - Does Money Really Change Life?

1:08:34 - Selling the Company: Anne’s Perspective

1:11:06 - Sponsor: Range Rover Sport

1:12:41 - Why Some Stop After Big Wins

1:15:18 - Anne’s Evolving Purpose

1:17:58 - Women Should Ask for More

1:24:42 - Founder-Led vs Founder-Influenced

1:26:00 - Does Legacy Matter to Anne?

1:27:50 - Final Words of Wisdom

1:41:22 - Advice to Her 20-Year-Old Self

Lessons - How To Build Unshakable Trust | Dr. Rajiv J. Shah - President at The Rockefeller Foundation Dec 09, 2024

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In this "Lessons" episode, Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, explores the art of building trust, fostering collaboration, and tackling complex global challenges with actionable strategies. He shares insights from his vast experience in philanthropy, public service, and humanitarian efforts.

Zooming In and Out to Drive Change: Dr. Shah highlights the importance of balancing a big-picture vision with attention to detail. Drawing from his work in crisis response and large-scale development, he explains how effective leaders can "zoom in" to address immediate challenges while "zooming out" to orchestrate transformative, long-term impact.

Building Trust in a Skeptical World: Trust is at an all-time low, and Dr. Shah discusses how to bridge divides through personal relationships and shared values. He recounts efforts to foster bipartisan cooperation on global food security and emphasizes that trust begins with authenticity and vulnerability.

Simplifying Complexity to Inspire Action: Complex issues can often discourage engagement. Dr. Shah shares how simplifying problems—like creating accessible ways for people to contribute during crises—can mobilize communities and drive meaningful progress. He underscores that simplicity is key to overcoming confusion and fostering trust.

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Lessons - Culture Is The Way | Matt Mayberry - Bestselling Author & Keynote Speaker Dec 09, 2024

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In this "Lessons" episode, Matt Mayberry, bestselling author of Culture Is The Way, reveals a powerful five-step framework for building a workplace culture that drives individual and organizational success. He emphasizes the importance of leadership, collaboration, and consistency in creating sustainable cultural transformation.

Defining Your Culture: Matt explains why defining a unified culture is essential for aligning team members with the organization's values, mission, and purpose.

Collaboration and Inspiration: By engaging leaders and employees at every level, Matt highlights how organizations can discover insights and foster buy-in to build a stronger cultural foundation.

Embedding Culture Daily: Matt underscores the need to move beyond surface-level initiatives by embedding culture into the daily practices and operations of the organization.

Long-Term Sustainability: Matt discusses how a well-structured culture serves as the foundation for sustainable success, allowing businesses to thrive in the face of challenges.

Leaders as Trailblazers: Matt concludes by emphasizing the critical role of leaders in modeling behaviors and driving cultural transformation. Leadership, he notes, is the starting point for any successful cultural change.

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Luke Lintz - Founder of HighKey Enterprises | From 300k in Debt to Deals With The Kardashians Dec 08, 2024

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➡️ About The Guest

Luke Lintz and his brothers Jordan and Jackson have transformed HighKey Enterprises from a digital marketing startup into an industry powerhouse, generating an impressive $10 million in revenue in under a year. Their innovative approach to brand development and social media growth, particularly their groundbreaking Instagram celebrity giveaway model, has attracted an elite clientele including Kevin Hart, Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, the Kardashians, and Snoop Dogg. The company's strategic expertise has helped cultivate over 100 million followers across their clients' accounts, cementing HighKey Enterprises' position as a dominant force in digital marketing.

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https://www.instagram.com/lukelintz/

https://x.com/lukelintz/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-lintz-874392148/

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro

03:02 - Luke’s Turning Point

13:23 - Debt Survival Tips for Entrepreneurs

19:50 - Facing Trauma as a Founder

26:52 - Luke’s Journey: Then vs. Now

34:50 - Mastering the Retainer Model

36:48 - PR: Is It Right for You?

39:00 - Starting Your PR Journey

45:20 - Narrowing Focus, Big Wins

49:53 - Growth vs. Scaling

51:55 - Aesthetics & PR Success

56:40 - Sponsor: FreshBooks

58:11 - AI, Laziness & Gen Z

1:05:05 - Diving Into Conspiracies

1:32:55 - Friendship Struggles for High Achievers

1:36:53 - Mental Health and Self-Improvement

1:40:52 - The Lack of Great Male Role Models

1:45:54 - Andrew Tate’s Viral Playbook

1:47:48 - How Relationships Shape Careers

1:49:10 - Myths in Business & Society

1:51:38 - Learning to Trust Yourself

1:53:04 - Advice for 20-Year-Old Luke

Lessons - Why We Need God | Sam Adeyemi - Global Speaker & Strategic Leadership Expert Dec 08, 2024

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In this "Lessons" episode, Sam Adeyemi, global speaker and strategic leadership expert, discusses the transformative power of combining spirituality with practical leadership principles. Drawing from his journey of faith and decades of experience, Sam shares actionable insights to inspire personal growth, community transformation, and entrepreneurial success.

Finding God and Embracing Purpose: Sam reflects on his spiritual awakening during college, a turning point that shaped his leadership journey. He shares how his introverted nature was transformed by his faith, leading him to discover his purpose and embrace his calling.

The Universal Call to Leadership: Sam challenges traditional notions of leadership, emphasizing that everyone has the potential to lead. He shares key lessons from his early experiences, including his discovery of leadership qualities through self-development and mentoring.

Bridging Faith and Practicality: Sam highlights how faith-based principles can address real-world challenges like poverty and entrepreneurship. He explains how his approach to teaching entrepreneurship and leadership—rooted in both biblical wisdom and modern business practices—has empowered thousands to succeed in life and business.

➡️ Show Links

https://successstorypodcast.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/6w2cFZua_XY

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sam-adeyemi-global-speaker-strategic-leadership-expert/id1484783544?i=1000631325786

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7kO39CDda3lwCp9gZnQUo3?si=1ef49837b66c4312

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Lessons - Don’t Get Scammed By Gurus | David Greene - Host of Bigger Pockets Podcast Dec 08, 2024

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In this "Lessons" episode, David Greene, host of the Bigger Pockets Podcast, shares his insights on identifying real estate myths, avoiding scams, and embracing the pursuit of excellence for lasting success. Drawing from his vast experience, David uncovers the reality behind misleading narratives and highlights the importance of skill development in achieving financial freedom.

The Myths of Real Estate Success: David discusses the false stories surrounding real estate success, including promises of passive income and quick wealth. He highlights how many so-called "gurus" profit from selling courses rather than practicing what they preach.

The Pursuit of Excellence: David emphasizes the value of mastering essential skills and adopting a mindset of continuous improvement. He explains how true success requires hard work and dedication, debunking the myth of effortless achievement.

The Truth About Passive Income: David challenges the concept of passive income, explaining that sustainable wealth is built through active effort and responsibility. He offers actionable advice to avoid falling into the traps of overhyped courses and misleading claims.

➡️ Show Links

https://successstorypodcast.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/TJTC0pRpuu8

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-greene-host-of-bigger-pockets-podcast-best/id1484783544?i=1000634404273

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0YG7X6rcl1OConuE4VYtF9?si=26052ffbdc574b3f

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