Success Story with Scott D. Clary
Published on Jul 6, 2025, 7:30:00 PM
Total time: 00:13:47
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In this “Lessons” episode, Robert Croak, the creator of Silly Bandz, breaks down the critical decision every entrepreneur faces: when to sell and when to keep building. Learn why selling for life-changing money can offer security and freedom—but also why the journey of building can lead to even greater long-term fulfillment and success. Croak shares hard-won lessons from turning down $50–60 million offers, overspending on rushed investments, and learning the difference between being a great operator and a smart investor. He emphasizes the importance of building a solid financial base before diversifying, warns against premature angel investing, and explains why staying humble and strategic—especially after a big win—is key to lasting wealth and impact.
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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.