Success Story with Scott Clary

Scott Clary
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Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott 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 https://www.scottdclary.com/podcast/

  1. 3d ago ·  Video

    Anthony O'Neal - #1 Bestselling Author & Fmr Ramsey Show Co-Host | The Debt-Free Millionaire Who Thinks Most Rich People Are Trapped

    ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Anthony O’Neal is a #1 national bestselling author, personal finance expert, and host of The Table, a YouTube show and podcast with more than 1 million subscribers and nearly 100 million views. His new book, Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck, debuted on the USA Today bestseller list when it launched in August 2026, and his earlier book, Debt-Free Degree, has helped over 250,000 people plan college without student loans. Before going independent, he spent years as a Ramsey Solutions personality. At 19, he was homeless and $35,000 in debt, and he now teaches millions of people how to break the paycheck to paycheck cycle. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/anthonyoneal/  https://x.com/AnthonyONeal  https://www.youtube.com/@anthonyoneal  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-oneal-378704207  ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/   Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/  Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary  Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud  Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Life at the Speed of Play - https://getmarksbook.com/success  Noom - https://noom.com  ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro   04:28 – Freedom Beats Being Rich   10:35 – The Debt Advice Keeping You Broke   17:03 – When Your Job Pays but Kills You   19:41 – Sponsor Break   23:07 – Money Is a Tool, Not the Goal   28:54 – Set Your Own Freedom Number   32:59 – Stop Living Someone Else’s Life   38:37 – Sponsor Break   42:21 – Why Your “Why” Has to Make You Cry   53:17 – Build Wealth That Outlives You   1:00:09 – The Wake-Up Call That Changed His Health   1:03:40 – Decisions Create Your Future

    Anthony O'Neal - #1 Bestselling Author & Fmr Ramsey Show Co-Host | The Debt-Free Millionaire Who Thinks Most Rich People Are Trapped

  2. 4d ago

    Lessons - How a Pro Dancer Built a $20M Online Business From a Van | Adrian Brambila - Author of Start Thinking Rich & Fmr T-Pain Dancer

    ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Adrian Brambila, author of Start Thinking Rich and former dancer for T-Pain, shares the mindset principles that helped him build a multimillion-dollar online business. He explains the importance of developing an internal locus of control, taking ownership of personal circumstances, and recognizing the power of individual actions in shaping success. Adrian explores how shifting away from blame and external limitations can strengthen confidence, discipline, and consistency, while emphasizing why a healthier relationship with money begins with changing the way people view the world. He also discusses the importance of focusing on what can be controlled rather than getting caught up in politics or circumstances beyond one's influence, offering a practical framework for taking responsibility and creating meaningful change. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/_x3FzKPsQ_U  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adrian-brambila-serial-entrepreneur-author-why-you/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6rJYGaEztg4qJ8ipk8dbqF  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

    Lessons - How a Pro Dancer Built a $20M Online Business From a Van | Adrian Brambila - Author of Start Thinking Rich & Fmr T-Pain Dancer

  3. 4d ago

    Lessons - The PR Playbook That Built Brands for Kevin Hart, Cardi B and the Kardashians | Luke Lintz - HighKey Enterprises CEO (100M+ Followers Grown)

    ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Luke Lintz, CEO of HighKey Enterprises, shares the PR strategies behind building influential personal brands and growing audiences to over 100 million followers. He explains why credible media coverage and associations with influential figures build lasting authority beyond social media verification, how digital publications create social proof that strengthens a brand's reputation, and why traditional PR is shifting toward podcasts and new media. Luke also reveals how businesses can leverage podcast partnerships to generate high-quality leads, build relationships with ideal clients, and create effective sales funnels that drive recurring revenue. Through his experience working with high-profile celebrities and entrepreneurs, he offers practical insights into positioning a brand as an industry leader, demonstrating value, and turning credibility into sustainable business growth. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/Je1Av9GUgds   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/luke-lintz-founder-of-highkey-enterprises-from-300k/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BzXi0OEaIXNgyLsOwHaAx  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

    Lessons - The PR Playbook That Built Brands for Kevin Hart, Cardi B and the Kardashians | Luke Lintz - HighKey Enterprises CEO (100M+ Followers Grown)

  4. 5d ago

    Gary Lipovetsky - Co-Founder of Valeria Inc. & Creator Method | How One Creator Brand Reaches 100 Million People Every Month

    ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Gary Lipovetsky is the co-founder of Valeria Inc., the media company behind creator Valeria Lipovetsky, and Creator Method, a community and academy for creators. Valeria Inc. commands a 6.3 million follower audience and drives hundreds of millions of impressions every month. The company has closed more than 1,000 brand partnerships, working with names like Dior and Paige Denim. Through Creator Method, Gary teaches hundreds of creators how to grow their audiences and turn that attention into brand deals. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/garylipovetsky/  ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/   Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/  Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary  Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud  Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Life at the Speed of Play - https://getmarksbook.com/success  Noom - https://noom.com  ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro   04:22 – Getting Better as a Creator   10:22 – How Creators Perform Under Pressure   15:52 – The Advantage of Being Young   22:41 – The Edge of Experience   28:20 – Why Knowledge Isn’t Enough   33:00 – Sponsor Break   36:24 – The Fastest Way to Master a Skill   42:11 – Treat Content Like a Performance   44:48 – Create When Inspiration Hits   47:21 – Staying Creative Through Chaos   48:38 – How to Protect Your Creativity   52:52 – How Creators Protect Their Time   55:47 – Building a Business Without Missing Your Kids   1:05:19 – His Biggest Parenting Lesson   1:12:04 – Why Leaders Hide Their Family Life   1:17:40 – Sponsor Break   1:21:23 – Why Professionals Are Becoming Creators   1:27:03 – How Content Actually Makes Money   1:28:50 – Why Trust Beats Attention   1:38:00 – Don’t Chase Cheap Wins   1:40:28 – How to Fund Content Before It Pays   1:44:05 – The Content Advice He Wishes He Had Earlier

    Gary Lipovetsky - Co-Founder of Valeria Inc. & Creator Method | How One Creator Brand Reaches 100 Million People Every Month

  5. 6d ago

    Lessons - How to Turn Your Darkest Season Into Your Greatest Strength | Travis Hearn - Phoenix Suns Chaplain & Author of The Fire Is For You

    ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Travis Hearn, Phoenix Suns chaplain and author of The Fire Is For You, shares how life's darkest seasons can become catalysts for personal growth, renewed purpose, and lasting transformation. Drawing from his own experiences with failure, addiction, and adversity, he explains how difficult trials can refine character, reshape priorities, and reveal a deeper meaning beyond conventional measures of success. Travis explores why wealth and professional achievements cannot replace inner peace and fulfillment, emphasizing the importance of faith, perspective, and intentional living when navigating life's challenges. He also offers insights into finding strength through hardship, developing a renewed sense of purpose, and maintaining balance between professional ambitions, personal relationships, and spiritual well-being. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/iOpkHcXh9a0  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/travis-hearn-senior-pastor-of-impact-church-and/id1484783544   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0LGrm5Phm9DgzGv5fjTWKO  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

    Lessons - How to Turn Your Darkest Season Into Your Greatest Strength | Travis Hearn - Phoenix Suns Chaplain & Author of The Fire Is For You

  6. 6d ago

    Lessons - What Nobody Tells You About Life After a $90M Exit | Anne Mahlum - [solidcore] Founder & Back on My Feet Founder

    ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Anne Mahlum, founder of [solidcore] and Back on My Feet, shares her insights on building successful businesses, advocating for personal worth, and finding purpose beyond financial success. Drawing from her entrepreneurial journey and experience navigating a $90 million exit, she explains why confident negotiation is essential for professionals to receive compensation that reflects their value, why high performers should never undervalue their contributions, and how taking ownership of career growth can create greater opportunities. Anne also explores the difference between founder-centric and founder-influenced brands, revealing how entrepreneurs can build companies with identities that extend beyond their own. Her insights offer practical lessons on negotiating with conviction, pursuing meaningful innovation, and aligning professional ambitions with personal fulfillment. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/6lt1HK2XpFY  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anne-mahlum-entrepreneur-and-keynote-speaker-turning/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P4Ok5Qu8I727KcEl8nSZB  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

    Lessons - What Nobody Tells You About Life After a $90M Exit | Anne Mahlum - [solidcore] Founder & Back on My Feet Founder

  7. Oct 12

    Michael Gonzalez - FitTea Founder | He Built America's #1 Detox Tea Into a 9-Figure Exit and Still Wasn't Happy

    ➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Michael Gonzalez turned $10,000 in savings into FitTea, the #1 detox tea in America, with more than $100 million in sales, 2 million households and 1.7 million Instagram followers. He pioneered Instagram influencer marketing in 2013, ran campaigns with Kylie Jenner, Kourtney and Khloé Kardashian, and put FitTea in Walmart, Target, CVS, Walgreens and GNC before a nine-figure exit. He then launched HappyTea with a Kylie Jenner endorsement, and has since pushed $200 million+ through ad accounts with his partners, teaching ecommerce founders how to scale. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/teaceo/  https://x.com/teaceoo  https://www.linkedin.com/in/teaceo/  ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/   Huel - https://huel.com/scott (Code: scott) NetSuite - https://netsuite.com/scottclary/  Framer - https://framer.com/design (Code: SuccessStory) LinkedIn Ads - https://linkedin.com/scottclary  Cohesity - https://www.cohesity.com/datacloud  Whatnot - https://www.whatnot.com/ Monarch - https://www.monarch.com/ (Code: success) Cash App - https://cash.app/ (Code: cashapp10) MyFitnessPal - https://podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Code: SCOTT) Life at the Speed of Play - https://getmarksbook.com/success  Noom - https://noom.com  ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro   04:30 – Building FitTea for Himself   06:15 – His Early Entrepreneurial Experiments   08:34 – Why Failure Is Your Education   12:01 – When FitTea Took Off   14:38 – When to Pivot or Quit   18:46 – The Hidden Cost of Scale   19:13 – Would He Build Smaller Again?   23:05 – Why He Sold FitTea   26:38 – The Hard Part of an Exit   30:04 – Sponsor Break   33:00 – The Anxiety That Changed Him   40:51 – Building to Escape Yourself   43:08 – Staying Ahead of the Curve   44:16 – How He Worked With the Kardashians   49:46 – The Next Big Marketing Opportunity   53:55 – Sponsor Break   58:35 – AI Is Making Entrepreneurs Lazy   1:00:31 – How to Use AI the Right Way   1:03:29 – Spotting the Next TikTok   1:04:53 – Where He’d Invest Today   1:07:09 – Why Being Yourself Wins   1:12:36 – The Lesson Business Taught Him   1:15:20 – What Humbled Him   1:16:54 – What Success Means Now   1:20:48 – Stop Building Five Things at Once   1:22:27 – Take Massive Action   1:23:15 – Preparation Is Procrastination   1:24:10 – Where to Find Michael

    Michael Gonzalez - FitTea Founder | He Built America's #1 Detox Tea Into a 9-Figure Exit and Still Wasn't Happy

  8. Oct 11

    Lessons - The Four-Step System for Taking Back Your Attention | Nir Eyal - NYT Bestselling Author of Hooked & Indistractable

    ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Nir Eyal, New York Times bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable, shares practical strategies for overcoming distractions and taking control of time and attention. He explains how timeboxing and weekly schedule syncs create accountability, improve communication, and help align daily priorities with long-term goals. Nir explores why asking “when” instead of saying no helps manage competing demands from bosses, colleagues, and family members, while emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and intentional planning. He also reveals why forethought is the key to overcoming impulsive behaviors, building lasting habits, and preventing distractions before they occur. This episode offers a practical framework for improving productivity, strengthening relationships, and creating a more intentional life with fewer regrets. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/u5R-IxjC2yA  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nir-eyal-habit-procrastination-expert-how-to-stay-focused/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hqAz3pxSiqjf4wd6lYcwH  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

    Lessons - The Four-Step System for Taking Back Your Attention | Nir Eyal - NYT Bestselling Author of Hooked & Indistractable
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Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott 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 https://www.scottdclary.com/podcast/

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