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➡️ 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

➡️ 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

➡️ 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

➡️ 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

➡️ 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

➡️ 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

➡️ 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

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Ryan Pineda, entrepreneur behind seven companies, investor with over $100 million invested, and author of The Wealthy Way, shares how life’s most difficult experiences reshaped his understanding of wealth and success. Drawing from his entrepreneurial journey and personal challenges, he explains why financial achievements cannot replace family, peace of mind, and a sense of purpose, how separating personal identity from business performance builds resilience through setbacks, and why recognizing when enough is enough is essential to lasting fulfillment. Ryan also explores the relationship between faith, money, and ambition, offering valuable insights on avoiding the trap of tying happiness to financial growth and maintaining perspective through both success and failure. This episode highlights how true wealth comes from protecting what matters most while pursuing meaningful goals. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/NA2559iYObE  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ryan-pineda-entrepreneur-real-estate-investor-dont/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ENBapr4mp6t5s2QiQeabi  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ 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

➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Jeremy Harbour is the founder of Unity Group and The Harbour Club, a British entrepreneur who left school at 15 and has since bought more than 100 companies. Over 30 years he has been involved in more than 300 acquisitions, taken companies public, and generated over $500 million in exits, with investments in 12 countries. He is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Go Do Deals and was invited to advise at the British Houses of Parliament on business and enterprise. In 2009 he started The Harbour Club, which teaches people how to buy a business with no cash upfront. The idea began in the late 1990s, when he bought a competitor of his telecom company without any cash or a bank behind him. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/harbour.jeremy/ https://x.com/JeremyJHarbour https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyharbour/  ➡️ 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 04:11 – How He Fell Into Acquisitions 08:37 – His First Acquisition 12:38 – How to Fix a Struggling Business 13:37 – Buy What You Understand 15:36 – The Right Business to Buy 16:57 – Buy a Business With No Money 24:02 – How to Find Great Deals 26:54 – Sponsor Break 29:58 – Managing 100 Companies 33:21 – Taking Companies Public 36:54 – The Legal Arbitrage 37:53 – The Acquisition Ladder 41:02 – How to Buy a Competitor 42:42 – The Biggest Acquisition Mistakes 47:40 – Where to Find Your First Deal 50:25 – Born Entrepreneurial 50:48 – The Biggest Bet He Made 51:50 – The Real Risk Is Regret 53:01 – Sponsor Break 56:45 – What Drives Him Now 59:26 – Success Changes Everything 1:00:36 – Advice for His Younger Self 1:05:51 – Facing Your Mortality 1:06:26 – Revenue Isn’t Wealth 1:09:22 – Why You Need to Sell 1:10:42 – Where to Find Jeremy 1:12:24 – Advice for His Kids

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Saad Mohseni, Chairman and CEO of MOBY Group, shares how he built Afghanistan's leading media network amid political instability, security threats, and an underdeveloped business environment. Drawing on his experience launching a media business from the ground up, he explains why calculated risks, resourcefulness, and entrepreneurial instinct are essential when entering unfamiliar markets. Saad explores how trusting his judgment over conventional market research helped him understand audience preferences, why lean execution and creative problem-solving enabled early growth, and how emerging businesses can help develop the markets they serve. He also discusses navigating regulatory challenges, pushing boundaries in restrictive environments, and building sustainable business models where infrastructure and commercial opportunities are still evolving. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/ptLzZS58Rp0  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saad-mohseni-ceo-of-the-moby-media-group-radio/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0sAtZfmY8oNvPWzhA2cbGR  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Seth Godin, author of This Is Strategy and more than 20 bestselling books, explains why most people confuse tactics with strategy and how defining a clear direction can transform decision-making. He explores why strategy begins with deciding who to become rather than following an established playbook, how focusing on a small group of customers can drive sustainable growth, and why building meaningful connections matters more than chasing attention. Seth also challenges conventional ideas about risk, revealing how entrepreneurs can make uncertainty more manageable through deliberate choices and controlled experimentation. This episode offers practical insights into developing independent thinking, identifying meaningful opportunities, and creating a purposeful path toward long-term success. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/kikPcKaYnj4  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seth-godin-best-selling-author-how-to-make-better-plans/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4STbvlKdxLLEDE0HNHj5aU  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Brandon Willington is the founder and CEO of Where U?, a marketing education company, and was named Young Entrepreneur of the Year in marketing in Australia in 2025. He climbed out of $300,000 in debt to reach eight figures, with revenue reported at $2 million a month and a 25% profit margin. Where U? teaches founders to run their own marketing instead of paying an agency, using three ideas (clicks, conversion, close) and ten principles.  ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/brandon.lyads/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-willington/  ➡️ 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 – Why He Chases Attention 05:44 – The Power of Polarizing Marketing 09:14 – When Attention Became a Strategy 11:24 – Building Big From Perth 17:26 – Why Entrepreneurs Need to Travel 19:01 – Reinventing Your Identity 28:37 – How to Outgrow Your Old Self 30:29 – The Goal Framework That Changed Him 31:47 – The $330K Debt Crisis 34:53 – Sponsor Break 38:18 – When an Investor Backs Out 42:31 – Staying Calm in Chaos 45:00 – How Not to Quit 47:22 – Why Most Agencies Fail 53:37 – Why Founders Must Learn Marketing 56:27 – How to Run Your First Ads 59:41 – The Lies Agencies Tell 1:02:33 – Sponsor Break 1:06:18 – How to Measure What Works 1:08:10 – What Kind of Advertiser Are You? 1:15:44 – Do All Businesses Need Ads? 1:18:47 – Are Emerging Ad Platforms Worth It? 1:19:52 – Money Gives You Options 1:23:40 – The Identity Crisis of Success 1:25:01 – Why Founders Struggle to Delegate 1:27:03 – The Power of Subtraction 1:38:10 – Comfort Will Keep You Small 1:39:31 – The Enemy Is Your Ego 1:40:28 – Advice for His Future Kids

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Darren Lee, founder of Voics, shares how years of failed ventures, financial setbacks, and early mistakes ultimately became the foundation for his entrepreneurial success. Drawing from his experiences building businesses in events, e-commerce, and technology, Darren explains why cash flow, authority, and influence are critical to building a sustainable business, how repeated experimentation can reveal what truly works, and why patience and learning can be more valuable than rushing to build. He also explores how the lessons from his past failures eventually gave him the experience, credibility, and insight to build Voics into a business where success now comes more naturally. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/U5E6o5bxmHQ  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/darren-lee-ceo-and-founder-of-voics-building/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VO36YXtQ9h39bLLnOzQ0z  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   In this "Lessons" episode, Lara Acosta, personal brand strategist and creator of the SLAY Framework, shares her approach to building a standout personal brand and turning expertise into opportunities. She explains why breaking patterns is essential for creating memorable content, how genuine connection can outperform traditional cold selling, and why taking a more human approach to networking can lead to unexpected opportunities. Lara also explores the importance of protecting momentum, compounding small wins, and refusing to let conventional timelines dictate the pace of growth, offering practical insights for creators and entrepreneurs looking to build an audience, grow their business, and turn what they already know into a brand people value. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com   YouTube: https://youtu.be/DW6vgfHASuA  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lara-acosta-viral-content-creator-personal-brand-strategist/id1484783544  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6xwE52Z9vxoF1XgsKoc2qj  ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary