They’re back! Two of my favorite coaching clients Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri joined me yet again on Office Hours for a value packed coaching session that I have to share with you. The three of us discussed: living an abundant life the definition of kindness and the practice of putting faith into what you want Let me know if you enjoy these episodes with Alan and Kevin and want to hear more coaching sessions. Also don’t forget to join me on Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to register!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, John Robinson, President and COO of 100 Thieves, shares his insight on:[2:32] – How the generational changes in gaming culture have opened up countless opportunities in esports[6:29] - Why the global appeal of esports might lead to a variety of leagues and competitions, similar to what we see in soccer[13:43] – How Fortune 500 companies are finding authentic brands to partner with in the gaming space[15:48]- 100 Thieves’ branding strategy and how they aim to help their players grow their own personal brands

It's Monday! We are back on the Road to Revenue and Happiness. Today's episode is the second #BYOQ Q&A I have hosted and it is packed with value. I want to host a #BYOQ once a month, so let me know if you enjoy the value in these episodes and what you want to learn about next. Don't forget to join me this Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for another Free Training. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to register!

Hi everyone! Today’s episode is from a private training I did for my friend Christian Biscardi, today’s episode is packed with value so I wanted to share it with all of you. I am going to go over: the five things you should be practicing every day for success and managing the highs and the lows  I want you all to come join me on Friday for my Free Training at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to register, or you could visit https://dmeltzer.com/training to register!

Elizabeth Zucker, 2019-2020 YPO Chairman and Managing Partner at Interior Investments, talks about why so many young executives seek an environment of peers and discusses the two most common traits she has seen in the most successful leaders.  Zucker and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about the importance of putting yourself in a judgement-free environment in order to grow, and why there is such a wide range of “recipes for success” that work for business leaders. The pair also share their thoughts on how Young Presidents Organization has been able to scale worldwide and empower leaders to be the best version of themselves.

Hey everyone! Todays episode is an interview I did with my friend and former Playbook guest Carlos Reyes. I have received some good feedback from this so I decided to share it with all of you! Carlos and I discussed: going “all in” as an entrepreneur, why you can’t fake energy when interacting with others, and our advice to young aspiring entrepreneurs. Don’t forget to come join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at 949 298 2905, email at david@dmeltzer.com or visit dmeltzer.com/training to register!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Strauss Zelnick, Chairman/CEO of Take-Two Interactive and CEO & managing partner at ZMC, gives his insights on:[1:28] – The one common attribute in people who get what they want out of life[10:00] – Why he believes that people who are “givers” win in and out of the workplace[12:18]  – The most frustrating phrase for him to hear during interviews or mock interviews[18:29]  – His three best strategies for entrepreneurs to overcome their fears

Hi everyone! Today's episode is from a Training I held at my office in February of 2019. I am going to talk about how we can make the right assumptions, and discuss with some of my employees the assumptions that they are making. Most importantly how assumptions can protect you, as well as be the catalyst on the pursuit of your potential. Please join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET, for my Free Training, you can text me at 949 298 2905, email me at david@dmeltzer.comor visithttps://dmeltzer.com/trainingto register!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Danica Patrick, world-renowned retired race car driver and entrepreneur, chats about:[4:10] - How honesty and transparency at the beginning of a business relationship help both parties feel comfortable[11:35] - Why entrepreneurs need to believe in themselves in order to “ride out the storm” when things get tough[13:00] - How she’s following her dreams of conquering the wine industry and infusing purpose in the business[19:05] - The magic that happens when you feel like your goals are achievable

Hey everyone! It’s Monday so that means we are back on the Road to Revenue and Happiness, today’s episode is the first ever “2 Minute Drill” Pitch Competition. I teamed up with Clarity Experiences for an amazing virtual event,  You are going to hear 10 pitches, each company got 2 minutes to pitch and received three minutes of feedback. At the end of the contest you will get to hear Clarity Experiences CEO Brian Lagestee and I discuss how we made “2 Minute Drill” possible.  I am planning on hosting another “2 Minute Drill” on August 28th, so visit https://dmeltzer.com/pitch/ for more info on how to apply and compete, or you could text me at 949 298 2905, or email me at david@dmeltzer.com for more information.

Nadine Dietz, Chief Community Officer at Adweek and host of the CMO Moves podcast, talks about how the best brand marketers are able to build a platform that connects with customers at scale, as well as why she is driven by her heart. Dietz and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including the optimal strategy for creating a personal board of advisors and mentors, the two factors to use when prioritizing which projects to take on, and being brave with your brand’s message. Nadine also shares the best piece of advice she got from her father and how it applies to the world of marketing.

Hi everyone! I hope you are all healthy and happy, today’s episode is one of my favorite interviews I have done. I was on the Blank Canvas Podcast with my two boys Mark Brazil and Jeff Cole. The three of us discussed all things entrepreneurship, including ambassadors vs followers, the reason why every entrepreneur needs a 20-60 year plan and getting 1% better every day. Text me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode at 949 298 2905 and don’t forget to register for my Free Trainings every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can text me or email me at david@dmeltzer.com, or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training to register!

Hey everyone! Today’s episode is a really special one, three years ago I got to sit down with one of my mentors and one of my heroes, Bob Proctor. The two of discussed how practice doesn’t make you perfect, perfect practice does and how we have the ability to plant the wrong or right ideas in our minds. Please join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET, for my Free Training, you can text me at 949 298 2905, email me at david@dmeltzer.comor visithttps://dmeltzer.com/trainingto register!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Scott Coker, President of Bellator MMA, shares his insights on:[1:02] – How Bellator has reconnected with their audience during the pandemic through digital content[6:25] – Why it is so important to view fight promotion as a “people business” where others deserve respect[8:24] – How he is living up to a mission statement he wrote for himself at age 16[21:14] – How Bellator has prioritized athlete and employee safety as the organization returns to action

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jeff Jones, President and CEO of H&R Block, shares his insights on:[:40] - How he became the President and CEO of H&R Block, despite having no background in financial services[3:04] - Why being raised in an environment that promoted curiosity taught him to stay relevant by being a life-long student[8:24] - How he maintains a better work/life balance now than he had earlier in his career[15:01] - The ways that H&R Block is adapting to the current environment by rethinking how the company delivers its services digitally

On this episode of the playbook, I have the famous football family, the Gronkowski’s.”That's right I have: Gordon Sr., Gordon Jr., Dan, Chris, Rob, and Glenn, and the seven of us discussed what the Gronk Nation Youth Foundation is doing to back to give back to less fortunate kids who don't have the opportunity or access to resources. We discuss the competitiveness to to help others, and even the reason why Gordon Jr. didn't get in to football like the rest of the brothers. Don't forget to text me your biggest takeaway from today's episode at (949) 298-2905, or email me at david@dmeltzer.com. Make sure you come join me on Friday at 11:00 am PT/2:00 pm ET for the first “2 Minute Drill” Pitch Competition. Visit dmeltzer.com/pitch for more information to apply and compete.

Hey everyone! It's Monday, so we have another episode on The Road to Revenue and Happiness. Today's episode is all about Building Your Network. We are going to cover being prepared to network and creating an arsenal of questions to ask others while networking. I want you all to join me this Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my first ever "2 Minute Drill" Pitch Competition. Visit dmeltzer.com/pitch for more information on how to apply to compete. You can also text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com for more information.

Wilbur You, founder and CEO of Youtech, shares the story of how reprogramming his favorite video game led to him making thousands of dollars a week selling virtual items (before being shut down). You talks about the valuable insights he gained from launching a business selling advertising placement as a teenager, as well as how his investments in himself have paid off in the long run. You and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics including how they handle being told “no”, why bootstrapping a business prepares its founder for future success, and how firms are successfully pivoting to ecommerce amid the current crisis.

Hi everyone! While I was in Miami for the Super Bowl, I got to sit down with the Quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, Dak Prescott. The two of us discuss being mama's boys, and why it is so important to study your sleep and get a good night of sleep.

Hi everyone! Today’s episode is my appearance on Leadership Without Losing Your Soul with David Dye. The two of us are going to talk about the most important thing leaders can be doing right now and my very first memory of being a leader. Please join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET, for my Free Training, you can text me at 949 298 2905, email me at david@dmeltzer.com or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training to register!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Simon Huck, Founder and CEO of JUDY, shares his insights on:[4:26] - How a-not-so great attempt at fixing the shelf life of emergency foods helped him to identify a major gap in the market[17:59] - Why JUDY is working to create optimism and hope around the brand to combat negative perceptions about emergencies[12:24] - How the JUDY marketing team are turning disaster movie myths into educational tools [14:00] - The role that education plays in disaster preparedness and why COVID-19 could complicate emergency response

Hey everyone! My two superstar coaching clients Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri are back, and as usual they asked incredible questions for another value packed episode that I wanted to share with all of you. The three of us talked about, understanding your purpose, the seasons of life, utilizing forgiveness to heal yourself Don’t forget to join me on Friday at 11:00 am PT/2:00 pm ET for my Free Training. You can text me anytime at 949 298 2905, email me at david@dmeltzer.com or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training Check out Alan and Kevin at https://thehyperconsciouspodcast.com/.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Arianny Celeste, founder of Girlfriend Box and UFC Octagon Girl, chats about:[2:59] – How being an early adopter of social media empowered her to take control of her own personal brand[3:34] – The origins of the Girlfriend Box and some of the company’s most exciting plans for relaunch[8:50] – Her single most important tip for building a business with friends[12:59] – Why an entrepreneur’s relationship with money will be reflected in their end results

Hey everyone it’s Monday! That means we are back on The Road to Revenue and Happiness! Today’s episode is one of my favorite topics, Time Management. I am going to tell you about the two types of time, man made construct & relativity. I am also going to tell you how you can achieve 64 hours of productivity in a day. I want you all to join me this Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can text me at 949 298 2905, email me david@dmeltzer.com or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training to register!

Kris Rudeegraap, CEO and co-founder of Sendoso, discusses how his more than a decade of sales experience taught him the ins and outs of communication and marketing, and empowered him to solve some of the biggest pain points that salespeople experience. Rudeegraap shares his thoughts on why fun is an essential part of every successful startup and how the founders have been able to scale to a team of over 200 people. Rudeegraap and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, cover a variety of topics including why some of the most innovative solutions come from pain points that you experience yourself, how relationships have helped to drive Sendoso’s fundraising efforts, and examples of attention-getting campaigns the company has launched.