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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:

Lessons - Chauffeur Knowledge (Scott) Nov 07, 2025

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In this "Lessons" episode, we're exposing why you can explain concepts perfectly in meetings, but when it's time to actually use them, nothing works. Most people mistake memorizing ideas for understanding them, and it's killing their ability to solve real problems. You'll learn why collecting more knowledge is making you dumber, the difference between sounding smart and being effective, and one simple test that reveals if you actually know what you think you know.

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Lessons - The Brutal Truth About Fundraising | Russ Heddleston - Built & Sold DocSend for $165M Nov 06, 2025

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In this "Lessons" episode, Russ Heddleston, founder of DocSend, breaks down the harsh realities of startup fundraising and what truly separates successful founders from the rest. Drawing from his experience building and selling DocSend for $165M, he reveals why timing a raise is less about fixed milestones and more about credibility, vision, and momentum. Learn how simplicity in your pitch deck earns investor trust, why clarity always beats complexity, and how to approach different fundraising stages with confidence. This conversation cuts through the noise to deliver practical, data-backed insights every founder needs before their next investor meeting.

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https://successstorypodcast.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/HwEWy24UDWs

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/russ-heddleston-co-founder-and-ceo-at-docsend-best/id1484783544

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7MY2iI39B6OlywWV7b5CX3

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Lessons - The Truth About Finding Product-Market Fit After 3 Exits | Shirish Nadkarni - Author of From Startup to Exit Nov 06, 2025

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In this “Lessons” episode, Shirish Nadkarni, author of From Startup to Exit, breaks down what it really takes to find product-market fit — and why timing, validation, and adaptability can make or break a startup. Drawing from his own journey through three successful exits, he shares how he raised $15 million pre-revenue during the dot-com boom, learned the hard way that great ideas fail without market readiness, and turned a struggling concept into a company eventually acquired by BlackBerry. Learn how founders can identify the right problems to solve, test demand before building, and recognize when it’s time to pivot, raise, or exit strategically.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xe25lwThfBw

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shirish-nadkarni-author-of-from-startup-to-exit/id1484783544

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7cAYe8tjGHCEdg9srQzs4a

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Dr. David Burns - Stanford Psychiatrist, 10M Books Sold | The Stanford Study That Changed Everything Nov 04, 2025

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Dr. David D. Burns is an American psychiatrist, bestselling author, and pioneer in the field of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He is best known for his groundbreaking books Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy and The Feeling Good Handbook, which have helped millions overcome depression and anxiety through evidence-based self-help techniques. A graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine, Dr. Burns has devoted his career to developing innovative, practical methods for emotional healing, including TEAM-CBT, a powerful, results-driven approach to psychotherapy that emphasizes empathy, cognitive reframing, and rapid symptom relief.

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Monarch Money - https://www.monarchmoney.com (Code: Success)

Claude - https://claude.ai/success

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 – Intro

01:25 – Redefining Therapy

13:29 – Misunderstanding Depression

15:46 – Hormones and Mood

23:51 – Sponsor Break

28:15 – Breaking Worthlessness

35:05 – The Power of Feeling Good

39:19 – From Depression to Joy

48:52 – Sponsor Break

51:44 – When Therapy Fails

58:31 – Lasting Change

1:01:19 – Dangerous Self Talk

1:06:58 – A Lesson for His Children

Lessons - The Blueprint for Building Two-Sided Marketplaces | David Ciccarelli - Voices.com Founder Nov 02, 2025

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In this "Lessons" episode, David Ciccarelli, founder of Voices.com, breaks down the core principles behind building successful two-sided marketplaces. Drawing from years of experience scaling one of the largest voiceover platforms, he explains the four key components that make platforms thrive—participants, information sharing, service exchange, and currency flow. Learn how balancing supply and demand prevents negative network effects, why strategy ultimately comes down to choice, and how narrowing your focus on one niche can create an unbeatable competitive advantage against larger players.

➡️ Show Links

https://successstorypodcast.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/4C0y2Oho5mk

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-ciccarelli-ceo-founder-of-voices-com-how-to/id1484783544

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/64iCtTb3UGm6JneBNC0zMo

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Lessons - The Truth About Venture Capital Nobody Tells You | Rand Fishkin - Author of 'Lost and Founder' Nov 02, 2025

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In this "Lessons" episode, Rand Fishkin, author of Lost and Founder and founder of SparkToro, shares a brutally honest look at the venture capital system and how it shapes the modern startup world. He breaks down why VC funding, though glamorized, often leads to unsustainable growth and high failure rates, and explains how founders can build lasting, profitable businesses outside that cycle. Learn how alternative funding models empower entrepreneurs to retain freedom, balance, and creative control, and why redefining success beyond hustle culture can lead to a healthier, more equitable vision of capitalism.

➡️ Show Links

https://successstorypodcast.com

YouTube: https://youtu.be/9j54xukQPRk

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rand-fishkin-founder-of-moz-sparktoro-investor-the/id1484783544

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6OeVFwvhI12Z3pUh9dZKni

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Lessons - You're Tired From Not Finishing (Scott) Oct 31, 2025

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In this "Lessons" episode, we're exposing why you're exhausted all the time: It's not from working too much, it's from carrying dozens of unfinished things in your head. Every unanswered text, every avoided decision, every half-done project drains your mental energy all day without you noticing. Here's why unfinished tasks destroy your energy more than actual work—and how closing them gives you your energy back immediately.

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Nicholas Thompson - CEO of The Atlantic (50k American Record Holder) | The Simple Sport That Reveals Everything About You Oct 30, 2025

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Nicholas Thompson is the CEO of The Atlantic, where he has led one of the most successful turnarounds in American media—achieving profitability, record subscriptions, and three Pulitzer Prizes since 2021. Previously editor-in-chief of Wired (where he boosted digital subscriptions nearly 300%) and editor of NewYorker.com, Thompson co-founded two tech ventures sold to WordPress and Amplica Labs, edited stories that became the Oscar-winning film Argo, and authored The Hawk and the Dove, hailed as "brilliant" by The Washington Post. An American record holder in the 50K run with 2 million social media followers, he embodies the intersection of editorial excellence, entrepreneurial vision, and athletic discipline—bringing the same relentless drive to building media companies as he does to distance running.

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https://www.instagram.com/nxthompson/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasxthompson/

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Monarch Money - https://www.monarchmoney.com (Code: Success)

Claude - https://claude.ai/success

Incogni - https://incogni.com/success (Code: Success)

Think Big, Buy Small Podcast - https://link.chtbl.com/B2cH36AX?sid=SuccessStory

NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/

Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary

➡️ Talking Points

00:00 – Intro

01:31 – Why Running Is the Purest Sport

02:28 – The Challenge of Being Alone with Your Thoughts

04:44 – Discovering the Need for Solitude

11:52 – Running with Awareness, Not Just Discipline

14:42 – Living with Conflicting Personalities

16:42 – Sponsor Break

19:27 – The Double-Edged Sword of Obsession

21:14 – How Cancer Changed His Perspective

31:50 – Sponsor Break

43:29 – When Simplicity Becomes Profound

48:40 – Running as a High-Performer’s Edge

49:30 – Nicholas’ Wildest Running Story

53:22 – Running as a Multifaceted Tool

54:43 – The One Takeaway for Readers

55:11 – Advice to His 20-Year-Old Self

Lessons - How Finding a Mentor Changed Everything | Alex Banayan - Forbes 30 Under 30 Oct 29, 2025

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In this "Lessons" episode, Alex Banayan, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and author of The Third Door, unpacks the transformative power of mentorship and mindset in shaping success. Through the remarkable story of how Steven Spielberg became Hollywood’s youngest director, Banayan explores how courage, persistence, and genuine connection can open impossible doors. Learn how finding the right mentor can redefine your path, why belief often precedes achievement, and how surrounding yourself with possibility can change what you think you’re capable of.

➡️ Show Links

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/1NM3mIeRkHw

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alex-banayan-1-international-bestseller-uncovering/id1484783544

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1GE4T1EZI0eoyTSCSVM6Pb

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Lessons - Why Living Scared Is Actually Killing Your Dreams | Kara Goldin - Author of 'Undaunted' Oct 29, 2025

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In this "Lessons" episode, Kara Goldin, author of Undaunted and founder of Hint, shares how courage, curiosity, and persistence shape the path to true success. She reveals why living scared quietly kills your dreams — and how choosing to take massive action, even in uncertainty, can create unstoppable momentum. Learn how Kara turns fear into fuel, why self-belief is the first step to resilience, and how embracing failure helps you grow stronger with every setback.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/51SF0mNuhis

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kara-goldin-founder-of-hint-living-an-undaunted-life/id1484783544

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZRVvK9N2takQvuooaXPhL

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