Success Story with Scott D. Clary

➡️ Join 321,000 people who read my free weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Mia Pineda is a sought-after astrologer, spiritual guide, and content creator who bridges the cosmic and the clinical—merging cutting-edge psychology with timeless astrological insight to unlock radical self-awareness and soul-deep clarity. She's built a following of 3+ million people through her no-BS approach to astrology. Based in Miami, she blends Kabbalistic astrology with her background in law and dialectical behavior therapy to help people make sense of their patterns and actually change them. With 6 published books, sold-out speaking tours across the Americas, and a platform that reaches 2 million people monthly, she's made astrology practical—teaching people to use their charts as tools for growth instead of excuses for staying stuck. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/mia_astral/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/miaastral/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Truth, Lies & Work Podcast - https://truthliesandwork.com ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Square - https://square.com/go/success SurveyMonkey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/scott 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 01:20 – Changing Your Astrological Destiny 08:52 – Defying a Childhood Prophecy 15:10 – Turning Energy Into Income 22:06 – The Art of Reinvention 25:12 – Living Before Creating 32:00 – When Passion Becomes a Business 34:40 – Sponsor Break 37:23 – Overcoming Doubt in Business 46:52 – Redefining Astrology Her Way 52:20 – The Truth About Modern Spirituality 59:21 – What Astrology Can’t Do 1:06:03 – Sponsor Break 1:08:56 – Finding Harmony in Different Teachings 1:14:36 – The Trap of Spiritual Bypassing 1:21:57 – Is Astrology Just a Bandaid? 1:23:31 – Mia’s Greatest Personal Growth 1:28:37 – Finding Real Spiritual Wisdom 1:34:16 – A Lesson to Her Younger Self

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, Jack Butcher, founder of Visualize Value, breaks down how creators can build profitable, self-sustaining communities without relying on outside funding. He explains why publicly showing your work is the new proof of credibility in the digital age and how transparency fuels trust and growth. Learn how to turn your skills into scalable products, create leverage by productizing your expertise, and stay focused amid endless distractions. Jack also shares why consistency, clarity, and proof of work—not trends or algorithms—are the true drivers of long-term success. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/q6yLfUyGFrw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jack-butcher-founder-of-visualize-value-how-to-build/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PyBfo96OHiXCgKk4MbvUq ➡️ 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, Sarah Gibbons, creator of The Board Leadership Program, explores how true leadership begins with self-awareness, emotional responsibility, and alignment with one’s core values. She breaks down why defining your personal values reshapes not only how you lead others but also how you make everyday decisions. Learn how emotional ownership helps you respond with clarity instead of reaction, why effective leadership requires continuous self-reflection, and how coaching serves as a powerful tool to embrace discomfort and accelerate personal transformation. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/aHmBOwoBilU Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sarah-gibbons-success-coach-to-execs-entrepreneurs/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oR8jRepATPZfxx3IEOtA6 ➡️ 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 Nick Perry is the founder and executive chairman of Want To Sell Now, one of the largest wholesale real estate operations in the country. Since 2014, he's closed over 1,500 deals nationwide by building a completely virtual system—his team analyzes and contracts properties across all 50 states without ever seeing them in person. He was early to leveraging pay-per-click advertising at scale in wholesale real estate, developing systems that consistently generate deal flow in even the most competitive markets. Beyond wholesaling single-family homes, he's expanded into multifamily properties, commercial real estate, a fleet of semi-trucks, and multiple e-commerce ventures. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/nickperryrei/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickperryatx/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Truth, Lies & Work Podcast - https://truthliesandwork.com ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Square - https://square.com/go/success SurveyMonkey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/scott 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 01:29 – What True Wealth Really Means 04:26 – Stop Self-Sabotaging Your Success 08:25 – Why Nick Took a Corporate Job at Indeed 11:31 – Lessons Learned from Corporate America 13:11 – Building a Business You Plan to Exit 15:23 – Are Entrepreneurs Born or Made? 16:47 – Most Entrepreneurs Get This Wrong 17:59 – Why Nick Chose Real Estate Wholesaling 19:33 – Sponsor Break 22:16 – How to Push Through 104 Rejections 26:37 – Heartbreak and Hard Lessons in Texas 33:54 – Designing Freedom Into Your Business 35:12 – The Secret to Winning at Wholesaling 39:49 – Sponsor Break 42:41 – Nick’s Bold New Marketing Strategy 46:04 – Be a Master of One, Not a Jack of All 49:48 – The Sales Skills Every Founder Needs 53:42 – The Biggest Sales Mistakes People Make 54:38 – How Nick Trains His Sales Team 55:55 – Keeping Energy High After Rejection 57:50 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 59:45 – The Silent Killers of Entrepreneurs 1:04:45 – Nick’s Most Painful Lessons in Business

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Chris McChesney, author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution and #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller, breaks down how leaders can execute with clarity when everything feels urgent. He reveals why most teams struggle to act on strategic priorities amid constant pressure, and how the Four Disciplines—focus, leverage, engagement, and accountability—help bridge the gap between knowing and doing. Learn how to separate the truly important from the merely urgent, use lead measures to create momentum, and sustain high performance through simple, consistent execution habits that cut through chaos. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/p1ww1QhUEn8 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chris-mcchesney-wsj-1-best-selling-author-franklin/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4kanx9mpprUlgBP4IbqTJr ➡️ 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, David Priemer, founder of Cerebral Selling and bestselling author, breaks down the science of selling through a deeply human lens. He explains why authentic communication and emotional intelligence outperform rigid scripts and formulaic sales strategies. Learn how credibility-driven language builds trust, how to use empathy and tone to elevate every conversation, and why the most powerful sales tactics are rooted in understanding—not persuasion. Priemer also reveals how discovery, objection handling, and negotiation can become authentic exchanges when approached with curiosity, conviction, and connection. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/9lexv5PtFkY Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-priemer-ceo-of-cerebral-selling-how-to-sell/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6QxwD7CL7lxCK5At8DK638 ➡️ 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 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. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/nxthompson/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasxthompson/ https://www.nickthompson.com ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Truth, Lies & Work Podcast - https://truthliesandwork.com ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Square - https://square.com/go/success SurveyMonkey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/scott 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

➡️ Start Here: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Subscribe Here: https://youtube.com/c/scottdclary ➡️ If you like more content like this, you'll love my podcast, 10 Minute Mindset https://10minmindset.org/ In this "Lessons" episode, we're exposing why AI terrifies you: It just proved what you do isn't as special as you thought. If you're watching machines do your job in seconds and feeling your entire identity crack apart, this one's for you. I'll reveal what separates people AI will replace from people it can't touch—and how to make sure you're in the right category before it's too late. ➡️ Connect With Me https://instagram.com/scottdclary / https://twitter.com/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 JC White is a two-time Men's Fitness cover athlete, former professional bodybuilder who became the youngest WBFF competitor at age 22, Santa Monica Trainer of the Year, and founder of T3 Body—a science-backed coaching empire that has transformed hundreds of entrepreneurs using 79-biomarker DNA testing, real-time expert coaching, and a holistic approach that proves true success isn't just built in the gym, but through the disciplined fusion of optimal physical performance, mental resilience, and sustainable longevity. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/coachjcwhite/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx1YrkjZhUcjxOaFfEZKp3w https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-white-4500a1191/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Truth, Lies & Work Podcast - https://truthliesandwork.com ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Square - https://square.com/go/success SurveyMonkey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/scott 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 01:27 – How Success Wrecks Your Hormones 05:12 – Why JC Never Quit Bodybuilding 08:14 – From Depression to Discipline 10:28 – The Nutrition Truths Bodybuilding Taught JC 11:17 – Bro Science vs Real Science for Beginners 16:24 – Hidden Dangers of Bodybuilding 18:19 – TRT: Hype, Risks & Reality 22:34 – Sponsor Break 23:16 – Biomarkers That Reveal Everything 25:54 – Why Diets Fail Different People 30:00 – How Ignoring Health Destroys Business 31:10 – Testosterone Secrets You Need to Know 37:34 – Sponsor Break 40:26 – Red Flags in Your Body’s Feedback 41:31 – Why High Performers Battle Gut Issues 42:39 – Finding True Purpose 54:38 – JC’s North Star Moment 57:48 – Resources You Can Actually Trust 58:49 – Redefining Success from the Start 59:54 – The Fitness–Mental Health Link 1:06:56 – The One Lesson JC Will Pass to His Kids

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Rajiv Nathan — also known as Startup Hypeman, who has helped over 100 companies perfect their pitch — breaks down how to transform lifeless sales demos into captivating stories that close deals. He explains why great communicators think like entertainers, not executives, and how focusing on emotion and audience engagement creates lasting impact. Rajiv introduces the “Que Pasa” Framework — Problem, Approach, Solution, Action — to help entrepreneurs lead with empathy and clarity rather than information overload. Learn how tailoring your pitch like an artist’s setlist can turn every presentation into a memorable experience that connects and converts. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZJ3ocXk_7EE Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rajiv-rajnation-nathan-founder-of-the-startup/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5lM4QCRHCxI4Yne8KLjRX5 ➡️ 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, Jay Jay, founder of Ace of Spades Agency, breaks down the art of building a personal brand from the ground up. He explains why people invest in personalities before businesses and how credibility, visibility, and emotion drive success more than just skill or product quality. Learn how to craft a memorable hook that sets you apart, create authentic emotional connections with your audience, and turn your story into a magnet for opportunities and influence. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/PYM4usecc8o Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jay-jay-ceo-of-ace-of-spades-pr-agency-how-to/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Fzs1J5siAGgD9D2r8fhCJ ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Start Here: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Subscribe Here: https://youtube.com/c/scottdclary ➡️ If you like more content like this, you'll love my podcast, 10 Minute Mindset https://10minmindset.org/ In this "Lessons" episode, we're exposing the painful truth that's destroying millions of lives: The dreams you're chasing aren't even yours. If you're working toward goals that look impressive but leave you feeling empty inside. If you've been copying other people's success without asking what actually makes you happy—when you secretly worry you're living someone else's version of a good life, this one's for you. I'll show you why most people spend decades pursuing borrowed dreams they absorbed from social media and society, and how to stop copying other people's desires and start choosing your own before you waste your entire life building the wrong thing. ➡️ Connect With Me https://instagram.com/scottdclary / https://twitter.com/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 Gilad Uziely is the Co-founder and CEO of Sequence, a fintech startup backed by $7.5M in venture funding and building the world’s first financial “router” to tackle the $25 trillion global consumer banking market. A serial entrepreneur, he previously co-founded the neo-bank Lance, launched the guided-tour marketplace Mekomy, and led major innovation initiatives for Tel Aviv Global. Born in Jerusalem and raised in Tel Aviv, Gilad served in the IDF, earned a degree in International Business from the University of Technology Sydney, and now lives in Tel Aviv with his wife and two daughters. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/gilad_uziely/ https://x.com/uzielygilad/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/giladuziely/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Inbound - https://www.inbound.com/register NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 01:33 – The Highs and Lows of Entrepreneurship 03:09 – Why Gilad Chose Entrepreneurship 04:34 – Lessons from a Failed First Company 06:42 – How Even Pros Get Core Assumptions Wrong 08:29 – Detaching Emotion to Make Better Decisions 16:04 – The Big Mindset Shift Behind Sequence’s Success 17:41 – Handling Investors in Tough Times 25:14 – Sponsor Break 27:25 – Founders’ Guide to Surviving Desperate Times 30:58 – Smart Strategies for Raising Capital 39:27 – What Makes Sequence Different from Competitors 44:38 – Sponsor Break 46:33 – How Sequence Changes Users’ Lives 50:06 – Financial Safeguards You Can Trust 53:44 – Will AI Make Bookkeepers Obsolete? 57:40 – The Future of Banking 1:00:18 – How to Extract Value from Failure 1:01:17 – Keeping Morale High in a Brutally Honest World 1:03:49 – The Best Advice Gilad Ever Received 1:04:09 – The #1 Lesson for His Children

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Eric Siu, author of Leveling Up and advisor to brands like Amazon and Uber, shares the principles behind the power-ups that fueled his entrepreneurial journey. He explains why iteration often beats originality, highlighting how borrowing ideas and improving them can spark breakthrough success. Eric also emphasizes the value of maintaining an apprentice mentality—staying humble, open to feedback, and always ready to learn from others. Finally, he underscores how endurance, mindset, and the ability to navigate setbacks are essential in building lasting results. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/UeWMmc9AX84 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eric-siu-ceo-of-single-grain-author-of-leveling-up/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0COftydJcQNbdNBHkpM7u3 ➡️ 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, Robin Hanson, Economics Professor and author of The Elephant in the Brain, explores how hidden motives shape human behavior more than we realize. He explains why our subconscious is designed to mask true intentions, making self-assessment unreliable, and how studying average patterns in behavior reveals deeper truths. Hanson discusses laughter, conversation, politics, and other everyday areas as examples of where stated motives don’t match real ones, challenging us to rethink the stories we tell ourselves. This conversation offers a revealing look at why we don’t know our real motives and how uncovering them can reshape our understanding of human nature. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/PzAo70BW62g Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prof-robin-hanson-are-people-really-good-hidden-motives/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5CzokEMdVNrUUmutZuoLL9 ➡️ 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 Anna Runkle, widely known as the Crappy Childhood Fairy, is a writer, coach, and online educator who helps people heal from the lasting effects of childhood trauma. Through her popular YouTube channel, courses, and workshops, she shares practical strategies for calming dysregulation, rewiring old patterns, and building healthier relationships. Drawing from her own recovery journey, Anna empowers survivors with tools to move beyond their past and create fulfilling, connected lives. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/crappychildhoodfairy/ https://www.youtube.com/CrappyChildhoodFairy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-runkle-baa9778/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Truth, Lies & Work Podcast - https://truthliesandwork.com ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Square - https://square.com/go/success SurveyMonkey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/scott 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 01:26 – What “Connectability” Really Means 06:25 – The Cost of Disconnection 11:23 – Anna’s First Step Toward Healing 18:28 – Why Dysregulation Often Goes Unnoticed 22:14 – Sponsor Break 25:00 – Quick Fix or Lifelong Practice? 28:25 – Daily Habits to Stay Regulated 36:37 – Spotting and Stopping Covert Avoidance 39:57 – Sponsor Break 42:49 – Self-Sabotage and Avoidance 45:59 – How to Reclaim Your Agency 51:29 – Boundaries Make Connection Possible 53:43 – What Real Connection Looks Like 56:45 – Can You Really “Fix” Someone Else? 1:00:38 – Ending Relationships the Right Way 1:02:44 – How to Build True Connectability 1:04:33 – The Hardest Part About Connecting 1:06:47 – The Big Takeaway from Anna’s Book

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this "Lessons" episode, Bob Raleigh, PhD, author of The Search for Why, unpacks how moral psychology and cognitive science intersect to explain human decision making. He reveals why instinctual patterns tell us far more than demographics, and how life experiences combined with core instincts shape the way we see the world. Raleigh explains how these instinctual profiles can predict behavior, influence choices, and even guide strategy in business, politics, and relationships. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/J2jsSYpsEO8 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bob-raleigh-ph-d-founder-of-pathsight-predictive/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UBtZ30ELcRKl7IILPRBJh ➡️ 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, Michael Dermer, former Wall Street lawyer turned serial entrepreneur, unpacks why passion and grit alone aren’t enough to succeed in business. He explains how entrepreneurial thinking is essential not just for startups but also for large corporations to stay competitive, and shares strategies for presenting innovative ideas effectively within bureaucratic systems. Michael also explores how perspective—shaped by pressure, passion, pleasure, and pain—impacts decision-making, and why mastering this balance leads to better choices and sustainable success. ➡️ Show Links https://successstorypodcast.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/Yp0TjblE1Lw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/michael-dermer-founder-of-the-lonely/id1484783544 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5SLTw0hJmudA5mKsfe2TcW ➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary

➡️ Start Here: https://newsletter.scottdclary.com ➡️ Like The Podcast? Subscribe Here: https://youtube.com/c/scottdclary ➡️ If you like more content like this, you'll love my podcast 10 Minute Mindset https://10minmindset.org/ In this "Lessons" episode, we're talking about the uncomfortable truth nobody wants to admit: You're dead inside and everyone can see it. If you've been going through the motions at work while mentally calculating how many hours until Friday. If you think showing up is enough when your face screams you'd rather be anywhere else. If you've convinced yourself that sacrificing your aliveness is what responsible adults do, this one's for you. I'll show you why you're modeling that adulthood is a prison sentence, what you're actually teaching yourself and others when you're enduring rather than living, and how to choose a life worth living instead of a slow death in public. ➡️ Connect With Me https://instagram.com/scottdclary / https://twitter.com/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 Bungay Stanier is a world-renowned author, speaker, and leadership coach whose work has redefined how millions of managers lead. His bestselling book The Coaching Habit has sold over 1 million copies, making it the most influential coaching book of the century and a go-to resource for leaders at companies like Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce. Recognized as one of the top voices in leadership and organizational development, Michael has trained hundreds of thousands of managers across 50+ countries to unlock potential through the simple but powerful act of asking better questions. With multiple bestselling books, international speaking tours, and a global reputation for practical, transformational leadership, he continues to shape how organizations build stronger leaders and more engaged teams. ➡️ Show Links https://www.instagram.com/mbs_works/ https://www.youtube.com/@mbs_works/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbungaystanier/ ➡️ Podcast Sponsors Hubspot - https://hubspot.com/ Truth, Lies & Work Podcast - https://truthliesandwork.com ShipStation - https://www.shipstation.com/ (Code: SuccessStory) Square - https://square.com/go/success SurveyMonkey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/scott Monarch Money - https://www.monarchmoney.com (Code: Success) Claude - https://claude.ai/success Incogni - https://incogni.com/success (Code: Success) NetSuite — https://netsuite.com/scottclary/ Indeed - https://indeed.com/clary ➡️ Talking Points 00:00 – Intro 01:31 – When Helping Hurts 05:52 – Redefining Coaching 09:55 – Are Coaches Natural Leaders? 13:01 – The Power of Staying Curious 21:01 – Sponsor Break 23:47 – The Seven Why’s + What Else 29:30 – The Most Overlooked Question 35:25 – I–Thou vs. I–It 40:02 – How Michael’s Approach Stands Out 43:21 – Sponsor Break 46:13 – Common Coaching Mistakes 53:04 – Michael’s 5 Daily Questions 57:43 – What a Goal Really Is 1:08:25 – The #1 Lesson from The Coaching Habit 1:11:47 – Advice Michael Wants His Kids to Remember