Two years ago, Dave Crenshaw started a journey with one heartfelt goal: to share what he’s learned about success—not just with the world but with his kids, as well. In this final episode of The Dave Crenshaw Success Show , he sits down with Stratton, Ella, and Darci for an emotional reflection on the lessons they’ve learned together. Together, they explore the top 10 principles of success—timeless lessons that anyone can apply to create a meaningful, fulfilling life. From practicing daily gratit...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Megan Gluth, CEO of Catalynt, a leading US chemical distributor, shares her journey from overcoming alcohol addiction to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Megan discusses her early struggles, including being kicked out of college and starting over in community college. She highlights the importance of taking responsibility and the impact of her partner's illness on her life. Megan emphasizes human-centered capitalism, focusing on profitability while prioritizing employee dignity and well-being...
Jan 08, 2025•55 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Caroline Webb is a renowned executive coach, author, and speaker known for her expertise in using behavioral science to enhance professional life. Caroline shares her journey from aspiring astrophysicist to a leading leadership coach, discussing pivotal career transitions, her time at McKinsey, and how she turned challenges into opportunities. Listen to her story today and choose which action best suits your goals. Action Principles Pick one to do this week: 1. Learn a little about economics. Ex...
Dec 18, 2024•50 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Neelima Parasker, President and CEO of Snap It Solutions LLC, discussed her journey from India to the U.S., where she pursued a master's in computer science. Initially working in Kansas City, she rose to leadership roles, managing teams of up to 250 people. In 2015, she founded Snap It Solutions, focusing on training and deploying tech talent, particularly underrepresented groups. Despite a demanding schedule, she emphasizes balancing work with personal time and self-healing. Neelima serves on v...
Dec 11, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Young Han, COO of Forever Young Agency, shares his journey from aspiring musician to successful entrepreneur. Influenced by his father's entrepreneurial spirit, Young transitioned from the music industry to business, learning valuable lessons from his father's struggles and successes. He studied marketing in college and gained experience at Starbucks and Apple before founding multiple businesses, including a Korean restaurant, a coffee company, and a social good platform. Young emphasizes the im...
Dec 04, 2024•55 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Rosalie Guillaume, co-founder of Le Macaron, a French pastry franchise with over 65 locations, shared her journey from a modest background in France to building a successful business in the U.S. Despite losing everything during the Great Recession, she leveraged her experience with Amway and her passion for macarons to start her own business. Rosalie emphasized the importance of hiring for traits, maintaining family harmony, and breaking down large goals into manageable steps. She highlighted th...
Nov 27, 2024•52 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Lori Van Dusen, a renowned financial advisor and CEO of LvW Advisors, shares her journey from aspiring opera singer to top financial advisor. Lori emphasizes the importance of pattern recognition and resilience from her musical background. She discusses the challenges of navigating a male-dominated industry, advocating for early mentorship, and the value of client-centric advice. Lori's book, Running with Grace, stemmed from personal loss and aims to inspire through storytelling. She highlights ...
Nov 20, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Jenny Woo, CEO and Founder of Mind Brain Emotion, is an emotional intelligence expert and educator. Jenny shares her journey from being a young immigrant from China to becoming a renowned leader in interpersonal skills. She discusses her diverse career path, from considering becoming a doctor or computer scientist to eventually finding her passion in training and developing people. Jenny also talks about the challenges of becoming a parent and how that led her to pursue a Harvard education and s...
Nov 13, 2024•54 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Together, Sola Mahfouz and Malaina Kapoor share the harrowing story of Sola's journey from Afghanistan. Sola faced severe restrictions on women's education under the Taliban. Despite these challenges, she pursued self-education, learning English and advanced subjects like algebra and physics through online resources like Khan Academy. Sola's determination led her to cross Pakistan's dangerous border to take the SAT, securing a spot at Arizona State University. Her journey highlights the importan...
Nov 06, 2024•54 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Hector Quiroga, an immigrant lawyer from Colombia, overcame numerous challenges to become a successful lawyer. Despite initial struggles with English and multiple LSAT failures, he persevered and founded the Quiroga Law Office. Hector emphasized the importance of immersion in learning English and facing personal challenges and childhood trauma. Hector also highlighted the significance of family support and the need for therapists to help address past traumas. Listen to his story and choose which...
Oct 23, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Joe Landolina, CEO and co-founder of Cresilon Inc., shared his journey from early chemistry experiments with his grandfather to creating a nine-figure medical device business. Joe's company developed a plant-based hemostatic gel that improves wound care and has saved over 50,000 pets' lives. Joe emphasized the importance of transparency, mentorship, and collaboration in building the business. Cresilon's success is attributed to a blend of experience and passion, and the company plans to extend i...
Oct 16, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Sophie Thompson, co-founder of Virtual Speech, shares her inspiring journey of turning personal struggle into a global impact. After battling severe social anxiety, Sophie discovered a powerful way to push beyond her limits using virtual reality training. Since 2016, Virtual Speech has helped over 500,000 people in 130 countries tackle their own communication challenges. In this episode, Sophie opens up about how cognitive behavioral therapy and stepping outside her comfort zone led to profound ...
Oct 09, 2024•45 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Sarah Hart Unger, a board-certified pediatric endocrinologist, balances her medical career with a highly successful podcast and family life. She emphasizes the importance of aligning career and personal passions, as seen in her transition to podcasting and course creation. She advocates for effective time management, setting boundaries, and integrating personal interests into professional life. Sarah also highlights the mental health benefits of exercise, particularly running, which she finds cr...
Oct 02, 2024•48 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Jessica Chen, an Emmy-winning journalist, and CEO of Soulcast Media, shares her journey from intern to an award-winning reporter and successful entrepreneur, offering valuable lessons for listeners aiming to achieve their own success. She emphasizes the critical role of communication skills, especially in fast-paced environments, and how mastering proactive, concise messaging can lead to professional growth. Through her own experiences, including winning an Emmy for her wildfire coverage, Jessic...
Sep 25, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Katie Gillberg, founder and CEO of Hydrate IV Bar, shares a unique journey from her days as a Denver Broncos cheerleader to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the IV hydration industry. Drawing on the confidence, teamwork, and professionalism she honed on the sidelines, Katie turned her passion into a business. Starting out, she juggled self-funding her venture while working full-time in medical sales, a true testament to her determination. Listen today and choose which action from Katie's st...
Sep 18, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Simeon Quarrie, CEO of Vivida and an award-winning international speaker, discusses his journey from starting a business at 16 to becoming a multimedia storyteller for major brands like Apple and Google. He emphasizes the importance of blending creativity with technology, delivering work to the highest standards, and listening to the right voices of support. Simeon's transition from wedding photography to corporate storytelling was facilitated by his ability to tell compelling stories and his de...
Sep 11, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Ed Greenwood, the mastermind behind the iconic Forgotten Realms, shares his journey from childhood daydreams to becoming a Dungeons & Dragons legend. He reveals the magic formula: read everything, find your unique voice, and create like there's no tomorrow. Greenwood’s wisdom goes beyond writing; it’s about finding a career that lights you up, surrounding yourself with people who support your quirks, and aiming for a legacy that’s more about impact than income. Whether you're just starting o...
Sep 04, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Discover the inspiring journey of Laura Roeder, who navigated the challenges of building and selling businesses, all while making time for family and adventure. Her determination, creativity, and ingenuity are key to her success as an entrepreneur. In this episode, you’ll learn how she built businesses designed to grow without constant involvement from the founder, as well as finding what comes naturally and delegating tasks. Listen to her story and choose which action serves you best today. Act...
May 29, 2024•49 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Discover the motivational story of how Kara Goldin turned her concern about her family's health into a multi-million dollar beverage empire. Her story, which led to the creation of the number-one flavored water on the market, started in her kitchen. This episode will inspire you to take risks, live a healthier, more balanced life, and push through your self-doubt. After hearing Kara's story, you'll be encouraged to choose an action that inspires you today. Action Principles Pick one to do this w...
May 22, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Discover the remarkable journey of John Strelecky, a bestselling author and speaker who dared to quit his job and embark on a global adventure. His story, which has touched the lives of millions, is a testament to the power of reassessing goals and the transformative potential of life-changing experiences. This episode will inspire you to value persistence, gratitude, and the pursuit of your passions. After hearing John’s story, you'll be encouraged to choose an action that resonates with you to...
May 15, 2024•48 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Hear the story of how Carter Arey turned the obstacle of losing a leg into motivation and professional opportunity. His perseverance, natural athleticism, and positive mindset pushed him to overcome challenges throughout his career. In this episode, you’ll learn the rituals and techniques Carter used to succeed as an adaptive athlete and how he balanced a demanding schedule with his family life. Listen to his story and choose which action will serve you best today. Action Principles Pick one to ...
May 08, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Hear the story of how Meny Hoffman stayed humble and learned from failure to become a respected business leader in the Jewish community. Meny’s dedication to his family and culture encouraged a healthy work-life balance that led to his multi-faceted success today. In this episode, you’ll learn the systems and principles Meny used to build a flourishing business. Listen to his story and choose which action will best serve you today. Action Principles Pick one to do this week: Reframe your perspec...
May 01, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Hear the story of how Brad Snyder became a gold medalist swimmer despite losing his sight as a naval officer in Afghanistan. His mindset of gratitude and continuous growth helped him persevere as he relearned how to live without sight. In this episode, you’ll discover how Brad beat the odds to pursue his passion, found ways to balance life as a new father, and continues to push himself to succeed. Listen to his story and choose which action fits your needs best. Action Principles Pick one to do ...
Apr 24, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Hear the story of how SaulPaul went from being in foster care and prison to inspiring people worldwide as a Grammy-nominated musician. His determination to succeed despite growing up in a poor environment helped him overcome hard times. In this episode, you’ll also learn how SaulPaul uses his talent as a musician to spread an invaluable message to the world. Listen to his story and choose which action most resonates with your goals. Action Principles Pick one to do this week: Be your best. Inste...
Apr 10, 2024•48 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Hear the story of Pyry Salmela, who went from playing ice hockey in Finland to becoming a performance coach and trainer of the world's top Formula 1 drivers, including Pierre Gasly and Daniel Ricciardo. His lifelong curiosity about understanding and improving human performance created a foundation he uses to develop winning drivers on and off the track. In this episode, you’ll learn how he nurtured his strengths and prepared himself for a golden opportunity. Listen to his story and pick which ac...
Apr 03, 2024•56 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Hear the story of how Ashley Bernardi overcame her childhood trauma and built a fulfilling and flexible business in media relations. Ashley grew up with a passion for expressing herself through the written word, and she pursued a career in media from an early age. In this episode, you’ll learn how Ashley was forced to confront her trauma and used that pivotal moment to reach a healthier, balanced level of success. Listen to her story and choose which action resonates most with you. Action Princi...
Mar 27, 2024•49 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Hear the story of how Thai Sade acquired skills while growing up in a commune that may solve the global problem of declining bee populations. He built his business, BloomX, around his invention of a bio-mimicking solution for natural pollination. In this episode, you’ll learn how Thai’s upbringing and passion for food led to his invention. Listen to Thai’s story and choose which action will help you get closer to your goals. Action Principles Pick one to do this week: Give back to your community...
Mar 20, 2024•53 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Hear the story of how Dr. Tony O’Driscoll turned a diagnosis of dyslexia and attention deficit disorder into a successful academic career at Duke University. His work has appeared in the Harvard Business Review and The Financial Times. Tony’s latest book, Everyday Superhero , unlocks the power of human potential. In this episode, you’ll learn how he discovered his passion through his innate curiosity and gift of making the complex simple. Listen to Dr. O’Driscoll’s story and choose your action t...
Mar 13, 2024•49 min•Season 3Ep. 10
In this episode, part two of a two-part series, we continue Ben Mayforth’s story of overcoming staggering physical disabilities to become a 2X World Cup Paraclimber sponsored by The North Face. In this episode, you’ll hear how Ben incorporates rituals to handle mental health struggles and maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you haven’t already, listen to Part 1 of his story. Then, pick an action from Ben’s story that resonates most with you and schedule it in your calendar. Action Principle...
Mar 06, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Hear the story of Ben Mayforth, an athlete who overcame staggering physical disabilities to become a 2X World Cup Paraclimber sponsored by North Face. His story of resilience and determination has inspired thousands worldwide. In this episode, you’ll learn how his positive mindset helped him push through failure and stay motivated to reach his goals. Listen to Ben’s story and pick one action that will help you focus on your success this week. Action Principles Stay tuned for Part 2 of Ben Mayfor...
Feb 28, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 8
