The Playbook With David Meltzer

Welcome to The Playbook, hosted by entrepreneur, CEO, author and keynote speaker David Meltzer. On the podcast you’ll find a mix of interviews, Q&A, fireside chats, keynotes, and exclusive conversations with the most influential CEO’s, sports icons, and successful entrepreneurs who share their personal and professional play-by-play of the “what”, “why”, and “how” to achieve anything you set your mind to.

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The Secret to Scaling a Global Empire
Sir Martin Sorrell shares his strategies for building S4 Capital into a leading digital advertising powerhouse, transforming the industry with innovation and growth.
19 min
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The Exponential Power of Gratitude
How Gratitude Unlocks Abundance, Purpose, and Creates Endless Opportunities
30 min
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The ONE Skill That Guarantees You'll Never Go B...
In today’s episode, I share how lessons from my past—both inspiring and challenging—have guided my journey through success, failure, and fulfillment.
30 min
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Rejected by Everyone: How I Turned Failure into...
In today’s episode, I share how losing everything helped me rediscover my values and rebuild a life of purpose.
10 min
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Turning $6,000 into a Multi-Billion Dollar Empi...
Tilman Fertitta shares how resilience, leadership, and tough decision-making helped him navigate the pandemic's challenges while building an even stronger future.
11 min
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The 3 Stages of Gratitude - Happy Thanksgiving!!
Gratitude transforms lives through appreciation, acknowledgment, and asking, creating a flow of abundance, positivity, and growth.
23 min
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Kindness is My Superpower: My Unexpected Secret...
I sit down with Helene Beck to explore lessons from our past, the power of connection, and the transformative path to aligning values with purpose.
22 min
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From $0 to NBA Owner: Vivek Ranadivé's Unbeliev...
Vivek Ranadivé shares his journey from Bombay to NBA ownership, exploring leadership, innovation, and the mindset behind extraordinary success.
8 min
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Mastering the Perfect Pitch: Lessons from 2 Min...
Practical tips to build credibility, connect emotionally, and communicate value in your pitch.
63 min
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The Gratitude Hack That Makes Life Ridiculously...
I join Chad Sanschagrin to explore the power of shifting your narrative, embracing gratitude, and creating a life of abundance through faith and purpose.
49 min
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How to Incentivize Your Employees
Shawn Dill and Lacey Book share their innovative approach to hiring, retaining, and evolving teams for collective success and dynamic growth.
18 min
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Sales Success Starts Here: The Game-Changing Mi...
I sit down with Duce Raymond to explore how setbacks shaped our journeys and led to greater success.
23 min
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Only 4 People Told Me the Truth… I Hated Them A...
In today’s episode, I reflect on my path from financial loss to personal growth, sharing the lessons in gratitude and resilience that now guide my life.
25 min
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How Bankruptcy Taught Me the Secret to True Wealth
In this episode, I discuss with Shawn Lynch and Jenry Kelley how my journey from success to bankruptcy uncovered the secret to building a truly meaningful life.
70 min
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The Art of Reading Minds and Rooms with Oz Pear...
In this episode, I’m joined by mentalist Oz Pearlman to discuss how he creates lasting impressions, builds connections, and uses perception to inspire and engage.
25 min
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My Flexible Framework for Adapting and Thriving
In today’s episode, I share how reframing challenges and aligning intentions with actions can unlock growth and progress.
54 min
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This One Simple Rule Would Have Saved Me $100 M...
In today’s episode, Chris Nichols and I discuss the importance of articulating value, my journey from tech to sports, and the mindset that drives impactful relationships.
19 min
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The Path to Long-Term Wealth with Ryan Pineda
I sit down with Ryan Pineda to discuss how leveraging existing brands, building community, and maintaining resilience can fuel entrepreneurial success.
81 min
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The Shocking Truth About Money and Happiness fr...
In today’s episode, I share what I learned from losing everything and finding a deeper purpose.
54 min
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I Had 33 Homes in San Diego. Then Lost Everythi...
In today’s episode, I discuss gratitude, resilience, and the transformative impact of alignment and collective energy on the path from loss to purpose.
32 min
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The Empty Jacket That Changed My Life Forever
Today, I connect with Ralph Adamo to discuss how a moment of epiphany led me to rebuild my life on the foundation of integrity.
25 min
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Silencing the Inner Critic: Michael Chandler's ...
Three-time MMA champion Michael Chandler shares his journey of resilience, faith, and the relentless pursuit of purpose inside and outside the cage.
19 min
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Lessons to Teach Our Children
Today, I discuss key lessons to help children build resilience, find joy in challenges, and reach their potential by focusing on what truly matters.
29 min
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The Unexpected Shift That Turned My Life Around...
In today’s episode, I share how losing everything transformed my life, revealing the deeper values and mindset that create lasting success and fulfillment.
24 min
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Finding Self-Worth Beyond Others’ Opinions with...
Today, I talk with Olyasha Novozhylova about overcoming scarcity mindsets, building resilience, and embracing abundance in business and life.
18 min