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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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Michael Loeb - President and CEO of Loeb NYC | Launching Billion Dollar Companies
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➡️ About The Guest
Michael Loeb is a serial entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Loeb.nyc, a startup investment platform that pairs strategic and executional talent with passionate founders. Michael has a long and successful track record of building and scaling consumer marketing businesses, from magazines to online travel to pharmacy discounts.
Michael started his career at Time, Inc., where he met his wife Margie Rich and his longtime business partner Rich Vogel. Together, they co-founded the Synapse Group, which revolutionized the magazine subscription industry with its patented Continuous Service Model. Synapse Group also incubated Priceline.com, one of the most successful online travel companies in the world. In 2006, Michael and Rich sold Synapse Group to Time Warner for over $500M.
Since then, Michael and Rich have launched Loeb Enterprises and Loeb.nyc, where they oversee 18 direct investments in innovative companies across various sectors. Michael is also an avid philanthropist and a creative visionary. He sits on the board of several non-profit organizations, such as the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, the Robin Hood Foundation, and the UJA-Federation of New York. He has also spoken at various events and festivals, such as the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, the Advertising Week, and the SXSW, where he shared his insights and experiences as an entrepreneur.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelloeb1/
https://www.loeb.nyc/
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 - Introduction
01:19 - Michael Loeb’s Origin Story
04:29 - Winning Attitude for Success
08:33 - Michael's Persistence Is His Superpower
17:48 - "Burn the Boats" Philosophy
22:52 - Navigating Lay-off Realities
28:12 - Sponsors
30:35 - Synapse: Trials Behind Triumphs
38:23 - Spotting Resilient Entrepreneurs
45:08 - Key Insights From Building
55:33 - Defining Success
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Lessons - Latticework Thinking, The Law of Triviality & Paralysis Triggers
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In this Lessons episode, we delve into understanding everyday cognitive biases, self-imposed barriers, and the art of connecting knowledge.
• Bike Shedding: The Triviality Dilemma: Dive into the concept of 'bike shedding' or Parkinson's Law of Triviality, where minor issues are overemphasized while significant ones are ignored. Understand its origin from Cyril Northcote Parkinson and its implications in modern decision-making processes.
• Paralysis Triggers: Identifying and Overcoming: Uncover the various paralysis triggers that halt our progress. We'll explore how overwhelming choices, challenging events, and negative thoughts lead to inaction and how recognizing and addressing these triggers can aid in personal and professional growth.
• Latticework Thinking: Connecting the Dots: Learn about the power of lattice work thinking as articulated by Charlie Munger. Understand how interconnected knowledge is more valuable than isolated facts, and how this approach can lead to better decision-making and problem-solving in complex environments.
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https://successstorypodcast.com
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Will Ahmed - Founder and CEO of WHOOP | Building a $3.6 Billion Dollar Health Company
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➡️ About The Guest
Will Ahmed is the Founder and CEO of WHOOP, which has developed next-generation wearable technology for optimizing human performance and health. WHOOP has raised more than $400 million from investors and is currently valued at $3.6 billion, making it the most valuable standalone wearables company in the world.
Will has recruited an active advisory board that consists of some of the world’s most notable cardiologists, technologists, marketers, and designers and he is a member of the Board of Fellows of Harvard Medical School, where he provides counsel to the Dean and faculty on topics related to the strength and health of the institution. Will was named to the 2021 Sports Business Journal 40 under 40 list as well as 2020 Fortune 40 Under 40 Healthcare list and previously named to Forbes 30 Under 30 and Boston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40.
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https://www.instagram.com/willahmed/
https://twitter.com/willahmed
https://www.linkedin.com/in/willahmed/
➡️ Podcast Sponsors
Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/
Kajabi - https://kajabi.com/success (Code: success)
ButcherBox - https://butcherbox.com/success (Code: success)
Justin Wine - https://justinwine.com/ (Code: success)
Green Light - https://greenlight.com/success
Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary
Nudge Podcast - https://www.nudgepodcast.com/podcast/
NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/
Factor — https://factormeals.com/successpod50 (Code: successpod50)
HelloFresh — https://hellofresh.com/50successpod (Code: 50succespod)
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 - Introduction
01:18 - Will Ahmed’s Startup Journey
04:54 - Wellness through Will's Unique Lens
09:02 - WHOOP's Star-Studded Start: LeBron & Phelps
11:50 - Key Health Markers in WHOOP's Market Debut
18:14 - WHOOP vs. Competitors: The Standout Factor
22:19 - Capital Struggles: Birth Pangs of a Tech Product
34:55 - Sponsor: Nudge Podcast
37:30 - Insights on Innovation
42:06 - Strategies for Risk-Reduced Innovation
44:47 - Will's Entrepreneurial Evolution
49:25 - Detangling Self-Worth from Success
53:24 - Will's Personal Health Practices
57:08 - Decoding Restorative Sleep and Its Impact
1:04:25 - WHOOP's Life-Changing Intervention Measurements
1:09:00 - Optimizing Your Life
1:10:09 - Closing Wisdom from Will Ahmed
1:11:22 - Connect with Will Online
1:11:39 - Advice to 20-Year-Old Will Ahmed
1:12:35 - Defining Success
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Lessons - Dedicated CISO Teams & Sophisticated Security Threats | John Downey, CISO at GoFundMe
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In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we delve into the dynamic world of cybersecurity with John Downey, Chief Information Security Officer at GoFundMe. John shares his extensive experience in managing digital security threats, the evolving role of cybersecurity in organizations, and the unique challenges faced in the nonprofit sector.
Emergence of Sophisticated Security Threats: John talks about the increasing prevalence and complexity of security threats, highlighting how this trend has evolved, especially since 2013.
The Role of CISOs in Modern Organizations: Exploring the necessity of having dedicated security professionals like CISOs in organizations, particularly in the wake of escalating cyber threats.
Impact of Remote Work on Cybersecurity: An analysis of how the shift to remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic has altered the security landscape and the challenges it presents.
Nonprofits and Cybersecurity Challenges: John shares his perspective on the unique cybersecurity hurdles faced by nonprofits and his decision to join the nonprofit sector, emphasizing the talent deficit and resource constraints in these organizations.
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Dr. Mark Goulston - Dying Expert, International Keynote Speaker & Author | Live Well, Die Well
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➡️ About The Guest
Dr. Goulston has a unique background that combines psychiatry, neuroscience, and business. He was a professor of psychiatry at UCLA, where he taught and trained medical students and residents for over 25 years. He also served as a hostage negotiation trainer for the FBI, where he learned how to defuse high-stakes situations and influence people in crisis.
He is the author of several best-selling books, including “Just Listen”, which has been translated into 28 languages and is widely regarded as the ultimate guide to effective communication. He is also the creator of Surgical Empathy, a breakthrough technique that he used to prevent hundreds of suicides during his psychiatric career.
Dr. Goulston is passionate about sharing his wisdom and experience with others. He has delivered keynote speeches and workshops for leading organizations such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, Coca-Cola, and Harvard Business School. He has also been featured in major media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Forbes, CNN, and Oprah.
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https://markgoulston.com/
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Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/
Kajabi - https://kajabi.com/success (Code: success)
ButcherBox - https://butcherbox.com/success (Code: success)
Justin Wine - https://justinwine.com/ (Code: success)
Green Light - https://greenlight.com/success
Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary
Nudge Podcast - https://www.nudgepodcast.com/podcast/
NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/
Factor — https://factormeals.com/successpod50 (Code: successpod50)
HelloFresh — https://hellofresh.com/50successpod (Code: 50succespod)
ZBiotics — https://zbiotics.com/success (Code: success)
➡️ Talking Points
00:00 - Introduction
18:59 - Cracking the Communication Code
32:37 - The Power of Understanding Your Mind
49:02 - Sponsor: Nudge Podcast
49:45 - Universal Lessons for High-Performing Individuals
59:06 - Entrepreneurial Struggles: Anxiety and Depression
1:22:21 - Unlocking Answers in Interviews
2:02:27 - Connect with Dr. Mark Online
2:06:56 - Advice for 20-Year-Old Self
2:07:37 - Defining Success
Our Sponsors:
* Check out Justin Wine and use my code SUCCESS15 for a great deal: https://www.justinwine.com/
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Lessons - A Former CIA Agent's Insights on Business, Branding, and Decision | Mike Baker, Ex-CIA Agent
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In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we sit down with Mike Baker, an American-British former CIA officer and current Chairman & CEO of Portman Square Group. We explore Mike's journey from an extensive 17-year career in counterterrorism, counternarcotics, and counterinsurgency operations to becoming a prominent figure in the media and private intelligence industry.
Building a Personal Brand: Mike discusses how his background in national security and counterterrorism, combined with strategic media appearances, helped him establish a strong personal brand. He explains the role of media in providing visibility and marketing opportunities for his startup.
Making Strategic Decisions: Learn how Mike's experience in the CIA influenced his approach to decision-making in business, emphasizing the importance of acting quickly with imperfect information.
Understanding Risk in Business: Mike provides insights into navigating risks in entrepreneurship, drawing parallels to risk assessment in intelligence operations.
The Principle of 'Get Off the X': Explore how the concept of 'Get Off the X', a strategy used in ambush scenarios, applies to business and startup environments, focusing on the need for swift action in crisis situations.
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https://successstorypodcast.com
YouTube: https://youtu.be/RR8NyuOVSZM
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Our Sponsors:
* Check out Justin Wine and use my code SUCCESS15 for a great deal: https://www.justinwine.com/
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