# Ep. 86 Shawn Whitson - Redefining Success: Beyond Money and Titles

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Podcast: [Narrative Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/narrative-podcast-6406610)
Published: 2025-08-30T19:05:19+00:00
Episode link: https://narrativepodcast.podbean.com/e/ep-86-shawn-whitson-redefining-success-beyond-money-and-titles/
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Duration seconds: 2492

## Resource

In this episode Tim Croll and Shawn Whitson explore themes of personal growth, entrepreneurship, and the importance of values in defining success. Shawn shares his journey from viewing himself as a 'screw up' to recognizing the value of his experiences and the lessons learned from failures. They discuss the impact of childhood narratives on work ethic, the false narratives surrounding money and success, and the importance of community and connection. Shawn introduces Acts Social, a new social media platform focused on positivity and gratitude, emphasizing the need for a supportive online environment. Check out more from Shawn at www.actssocial.com Thanks for listening! To connect with Tim or Steve go to www.narrative.live

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