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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Your Health Should Be Your #1 Priority | A Conv...
I was joined by the legendary big wave surfer Laird Hamilton. Laird and I discussed the reason why your health should be your #1 priority. Don't forget I host a Free Training every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can sign up by texting me at (949) 298-2905, emailing me at david@dmeltzer.com or by visiting https://dmeltzer.com/training
17 min
1602
Daniel Blake: VP of US Value Brands at Anheuser...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Daniel Blake, VP of US Value Brands at Anheuser Busch, shares his insight on:[2:21] - Value Brands’ new initiatives and how they’re supporting others and fulfilling dreams during today’s uncertain times[5:58] - The importance of a people-first culture for brands and how that culture empowers people to consistently stick to their values[9:17] - How his team works to create consistent messaging in their content that also creates lifelong fans and consumers[17:38] - Why he works hard to approach every interaction in business as both an opportunity and a learning lesson Don't forget to register for this week's Free Training on Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET by texting me at (949) 298-2905, emailing me at david@dmeltzer.com or visiting https://dmeltzer.com/training
19 min
1603
The Reason Why People Quit | An Inside Look at ...
A lot of you have been asking for more episodes of my coaching content, so todays episode is another inside look at how I coach and the impact it has on my clients. I brought back two of my favorite clients Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri.  My coaching is a practice of consistent and persistent behavior by doing things every day for a minimum amount of time. What you’ll hear in this episode is two separate coaching calls 2 weeks apart. Pay attention to how their questions progress between the two weeks as they worked on their homework in between. If you are interested in how I coach or just want to ask me a question on my Office Hours live stream, text me (949) 298-2905 or email me david@dmeltzer.com. Also Don't forget to register for this week's Free Training on Friday by visiting https://dmeltzer.com/training
49 min
1604
Ben Baller: CEO of IF & Co. | #ThePlaybook 239
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Ben Baller, CEO of IF & Co. and entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on: [2:05] - What his experience becoming the first Asian American to play football and basketball at his college taught him about competition[9:33] - The realization he’s come to about complainers and oversensitivity in our society[13:27] - How he’s able to find the light in challenging situations such as the current pandemic[21:07] - Why he treats his ego like the volume control on a stereo system
26 min
1605
Motivation vs Inspiration | Road To Revenue #8
Hey everyone, I hope you are all happy and healthy. We are back on the Road to Revenue, this week is all about motivation vs inspiration. I'm going to tell you about the four different types of motivation and how to get back up. This Friday's Free Training is all about why you should never quit, this is definitely one you are not going to want to miss. To register you can text me at (949) 298-2905 or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training to sign up.
61 min
1606
Alex Lieberman: Co-founder and CEO of Morning B...
Alex Lieberman, Co-founder and CEO of Morning Brew, shares the strategies he’s using in order to navigate his company through this uncertain time, and provides advice on how other companies can innovate despite any constraints they are facing. Lieberman and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including how Morning Brew is thriving at “the intersection of curation and voice”, why taking money from venture capitalists isn’t always the best option, and the vital role that quality content plays in the growth of your company or brand. The pair also discuss how leaders can show their team better examples of vulnerability and honesty.
21 min
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Anil Srivatsa: Managing Trustee of the Gift of ...
Anil Srivatsa, Managing Trustee of the Gift of Life Adventure Foundation, provides insight into how the process of donating his kidney to his brother has changed the way that he looks at life, helping him to prioritize love over fear. Anil talks about how he launched his nonprofit organization and his life goal to unravel the misconceptions of organ donation and raise awareness worldwide. Srivatsa and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including how to shift the paradigm from fear to love, why a high salary does not equate to happiness, and simple steps you can take today in order to make a difference in someone else’s life.
24 min
1608
Good Content Lasts Forever | A Conversation Wit...
I sat down with one of my first mentees Dan Fleyshman at the IMCX conference in Los Angeles to talk about creating content. Good content lasts forever and why we should all have this in mind when we are creating our own content. Text me your biggest takeaway at (949) 298-2905. I am hosting a FREE training every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can text me at (949) 298-2905 or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training to register.
48 min
1609
Wes Moore: CEO of Robin Hood | #ThePlaybook 236
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Wes Moore, CEO of Robin Hood, talks about:[8:48] - Why everybody knows the things that make their heart beat faster, but few of us choose to seek them out[10:14] - What he learned from leaving his career on Wall Street to pursue a career he was truly passionate about  [13:31] - How Robin Hood is generating billions of dollars to fight against poverty and how he’s leading the organization through a time of dire crisis[21:16] - Why you need to find your “unmatched skillset” and utilize that to make the world better during the current crisis
30 min
1610
How To Make The Sale | A Conversation With Ryan...
Hey everyone! Today's episode is a conversation all about sales with Ryan Serhant, the star of Million Dollar Listing New York. Ryan shared with all of us his top three tips for sales, you do not want to miss this one. I want to remind you all that I am hosting a FREE Training this Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can sign up at https://dmeltzer.com/training or text me at (949) 298-2905.
16 min
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Deepak Chopra: Founder of The Chopra Foundation...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Deepak Chopra, Founder of The Chopra Foundation, Chopra Global, and the author of Metahuman, shares his insight on:[1:48] – Why people need to be perpetually surprised (and grateful) that they exist[ 7:34] – The value of our current scientific way of looking at reality, which he believes is based on three invalid assumptions[12:34] – His biggest keys to figuring out who you are and the infinite potential that you hold[18:17] – How the choices you make now are creating the timeline of past and future
24 min
1612
The Perfect Pitch | Road to Revenue #7
Hey everyone, you all seem to love the Road to Revenue episodes so here is the latest one. Today is all about the perfect pitch, how to develop it and practice it. I am also going to tell you three reasons why people are not buying from you. I am hosting another FREE training this Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can sign up at https://dmeltzer.com/training or text me at (949) 298-2905.
57 min
1613
Rick Mirza: CEO of Daulat | #ThePlaybook 234
Rick Mirza, CEO of Daulat, shares his thoughts on how his upbringing empowered him with a desire to make money that has stuck with him, as well as how he was able to turn his first job into an equity position in the business.  Mirza and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including whether genetics or environment is a bigger factor in becoming an entrepreneur, how self-development became a major part of Rick’s life at a young age, and the most important investment lessons from his new book Ten Things Not to Invest In, which comes out later this summer.
19 min
1614
Efficiently Using Your Time
Hey everyone, I had my team go back and find a speech that I gave at a Mastermind in Philadelphia back in 2018. Right now it is so important to be efficient with your time, so I wanted to share some of the lessons from this speech with all of you. Don't forget that I am hosting a FREE training every Friday, you can sign up at https://dmeltzer.com/training or text me at (949) 298-2905 to sign up.
31 min
1615
Exercising Your Mind
Hey everyone, I hope you are all healthy and happy. Today's episode is from my new live show, Office Hours. I was fortunate to be joined by two of my mentors, Blaine Bartlett and Jim Kwik. Jim joined to discuss his new book Limitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life and the three of us talked about how you can exercise your mind. I want to remind you that I host a FREE live training every Friday at 11:00 am PT, please visit https://dmeltzer.com/training/ to register or you could text me at (949) 298-2905 and I will send you the link.
24 min
1616
Gotham Chopra: Co-Founder of Religion of Sports...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Gotham Chopra, Co-founder of the Religion of Sports and co-host of the Now for Tomorrow podcast, shares his insights on:[4:20] -  How his work with his company, Religion of Sports, has allowed him to learn from the practices of the world’s best professional athletes[7:08] – Why his new podcast “Now For Tomorrow” helps people confront the things they’ve been avoiding dealing with in their life, now that we have more time to reflect[13:15]-  Why the best advice he ever received from his father, Deepak, is one simple phrase[15:47]- How the most important lesson he’s learned during quarantine is related to being of service to others
19 min
1617
You Create Your Success
Hi everyone! I've got a star-studded lineup of guests for todays episode. Last week I was joined by Courtney Rich from Cake By Courtney, Ben Baller, Mikael Brandrup and Enes Kanter. One thing they all have in common is that they all created their own coincidences by putting their intention and attention into becoming better at their crafts. Please do not forget to register for my FREE training this Friday at 11:00 am PT/ 2:00 pm ET. You can sign up at https://dmeltzer.com/training or by texting me at (949) 298-2905.
89 min
1618
John Sculley: Chairman and CMO of RxAdvance and...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, John Sculley, Chairman and CMO of RxAdvance, shares his insights on: [3:26] - The strategy he used to identify the multi-billion-dollar opportunity that is RxAdvance[7:47] - How you can use exponential time to your advantage as an entrepreneur or innovator[8:57] - The three things that it takes for an entrepreneur to make a billion-dollar idea into reality[18:49] - How his best piece of life advice is aligned with his mission to be insatiably curious
22 min
1619
Managing The Ego | Road to Revenue #6
Hey everyone! We are back on the Road to Revenue, today's episode is all about managing the ego. We are gonna go over how you can stop Edging Goodness Out of your life and start Edging Goodness In to your life. I am also going to share with all of you something that my grandmother told me when I was five years old and how it was stuck in my subconscious for nearly 30 years. I host a FREE training every Friday at 11:00 am PT, please visit https://dmeltzer.com/training/ to register and I will see you all on Friday.
60 min
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Evan Brandoff: Co-founder and CEO of LeagueSide...
Evan Brandoff, Co-founder and CEO of LeagueSide, shares his thoughts on the early stages of building a business and the precise steps he took to scale LeagueSide nationwide. From his ‘ah-ha’ moment to his experiences with accelerator programs, Brandoff elaborates on how he and his co-founder cultivated their idea and the most valuable lessons he has learned along the way.  Brandoff and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including what really differentiates an innovator and entrepreneur, the high risk tolerance it takes to rapidly scale a business, and why ignorance or naivety can occasionally benefit entrepreneurs.
21 min
1621
Ford Seeman: Founder of Forest Founders and Rig...
Ford Seeman, Founder of Forest Founders and Righteous Causes Inc., shares his thoughts on some of the different ways that our daily choices are unknowingly hurting the planet, as well as how our current business and social climate offers an opportunity to reflect on life and create new habits based on your reflections. Seeman and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including why “wantrepreneurs” are those who don’t learn lessons from their mistakes, how long it really takes to create a new habit, and how Ford is working to empower socially conscious startups with funding and mentorship.
19 min
1622
Living an Inspired Life
Hey everyone, I hope you are all healthy and happy. Last week I was interviewed for a book and I wanted to share it all with you. I shared what tools you can apply to your life to begin practicing a life filled with inspiration. If you have not heard yet, I am hosting a Free training every Friday at 11:00 am PT and I want all of you to be apart of it. Visit dmeltzer.com/training or text me at (949) 298-2905 so I can send you the invite.
35 min
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Alix Peabody: Founder and CEO of Bev | #ThePlay...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Alix Peabody, Founder and CEO of Bev, shares her insights on:[3:11] - The main reason why it seems that most entrepreneurs are a “little crazy”[6:40] - Why she never focuses on what her competitors are doing and only focuses on Bev[11:18] - The most important lesson she’s learned about how to manage cash flow as your company grows[13:51] - Why the current business environment gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to build the business they want
16 min
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You are Your Habits
Hey everyone, I've got another episode for you from my daily Instagram live Q&A. In today's episode I was joined by Patrick Reynolds, the founder of Kenzai and Eric Bigger, the motivational speaker. I also had a tremendous guest who was only 13 years old join me and he nearly made me cry. I want to remind you all that I host a FREE training every Friday at 11:00 am PT. I would love to see all of you there, if you are interested just text me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know that you want an invite to training.
48 min
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Colin O'Brady: World Record Setting Explorer | ...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Colin O’Brady, world record setting explorer, NY Times best-selling author of The Impossible First, and inspirational speaker, shares his insights on: [4:42] - How he is able to set goals that others view as impossible and then achieves them by tapping into his reservoir of potential[7:51] - Why he treats the process of chasing his biggest goals like art pieces that are meant to be shared with others[13:49] - Why he believes that storytelling is one of the best ways to impact and empower others to succeed[18:27] - His two biggest keys to persevering through the toughest moments that you face in life
22 min