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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What I Learned From Steve Jobs
Today's episode is from a speech I gave at my alma mater, Tulane. I had the honor of knowing Steve Jobs and I learned a lot from him, but I also believe that nobody will remember him in 100 years. Text me what you think at (949) 298-2905.
6 min
1727
The Biggest Mistake I Made In My Life
When you ask someone for help you become an investment of that person. Not having mentors was the biggest mistake I made in my life. Now I always have at least three mentors and when I ask them for help, I am very concise with my ask. What do you have mentors for? Text me at (949) 298-2905
5 min
1728
Murphy Jensen: Co-founder of WEconnect Health M...
Murphy Jensen, Co-founder of WEconnect Health Management, talks about how winning the 1993 French Open Doubles title shined a spotlight on him that he felt unworthy of and how the mantra “I am responsible” aided in his recovery from drug addiction. Murphy Jensen and host of the #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss topics such as why so many people deal with uncomfortability by turning to drugs and alcohol, how to find a person that you can open up to, and why asking for help is the best thing that any addict can do. Jensen also shares a story about how Tommy Lasorda helped him to coach a tennis team that went on the longest winning streak in the history of American professional sports.
27 min
1729
The Four Steps To Being Happy | World's Greates...
Hey everyone, today’s episode is a preview of my episode of World’s Greatest Motivators that airs tomorrow on WGN America! Click the link below to check out the first two episodes featuring two of my mentors Bob Proctor and Les Brown. https://worldsgreatestmotivators.com/
9 min
1730
Leonard Armato: CEO of Management Plus Enterpri...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Leonard Armato, CEO of Management Plus Enterprises, shares his thoughts on:  1.     [1:53] How to develop a value proposition that will land you clients like Shaq and Ronnie Lott 2.     [6:45] What coaching a ten-year-old in basketball taught him about maximizing the potential of others 3.     [10:44] How entrepreneurs can set themselves up to be their “best self” each and every day and find the champion within 4.     [15:06] Why being dependable will aid you in building trusting relationships with those around you
23 min
1731
How To Cold Call
Today's episode is all about statically increasing your success at cold calling. Stop trying to make a sale over a voicemail and get them to call you back. Text me any questions you may have or any feedback you have at (949) 298-2905.
10 min
1732
Clarke Miyasaki: Chief Growth Officer for Stanc...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Clarke Miyasaki, Chief Growth Officer for Stance Socks, shares his thoughts on: [7:24] The best strategy entrepreneurs can follow for “creating your own luck” [9:58] How walking the aisles of Target and Walmart led to the creation of Stance [14:19] How an experience meeting Slash of Guns N' Roses taught him the importance of being himself[17:25] Why Stance focuses on the principles of freedom and accountability in order to grow
23 min
1733
How To Shift Your Energy
Today's episode is from a meetup I held in New York City in 2018. I talk about shifting your energy and trying out things that have no risk at all, which is the reason I wear my beads. If you would like to attend a meetup when I am in a city near you, text me at (949) 298-2905.
8 min
1734
Jen Welter: First Female Coach In NFL History |...
Dr. Jen Welter, the first female coach in NFL history, talks about how understanding the psychology of excellence has aided her groundbreaking journey on and off the football field and empowered her to break barriers.  Dr. Jen Welter and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics including why coaches need to be coachable themselves, the overlapping symptoms of excitement and anxiety, and why she wanted to be the voice in her players’ head. Dr. Welter also sheds light on the impact that her military hero father has had on the way she views the challenges that life hands you.
31 min
1735
My Birthday Gift To All Of You
Today's episode is a preview of my course that is 100% free for all of you. I believe that giving and receiving are one, and so I wanted to give you all something that can help me achieve my mission of impacting 1 billion people to be happy. In this course you will find over three hours of content that covers the seven most valuable lessons I have learned over my career. To access the course click here: https://lessons.dmeltzer.com
7 min
1736
Inspiration is Greater Than Motivation
On today's episode you will learn how important it is to get someone to call you back. When leaving a message, you have to stimulate interest to get them to call you back. I also go over why motivation is temporary and inspiration lasts forever. Text me what inspires you at (949) 298-2905
14 min
1737
Steve Sims: Author of Bluefishing: The Art of M...
Steve Sims, Founder of the world's leading elite concierge firm and author of Bluefishing - The Art of Making Things Happen, shares the story of how quitting his bricklaying job and a failed attempt to become a stockbroker led to him starting one of the world’s top concierge services.     Sims and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss the misconception that entrepreneurs need to sacrifice personal relationships in order to succeed, how to surround yourself with the type of people you want to become, and why it is so important to look at mistakes as something that refines you, instead of something that defines you. The pair also chat about why people tend to laugh at entrepreneurs before they applaud them.
20 min
1738
Keep Faith and Forget Time
Would you still make the same decisions if time wasn't part of the equation? Stop worrying about time and start keeping faith that if something doesn't work out, it is because something better is coming. Text me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know what decisions you would make differently if time was not part of the equation.
6 min
1739
Shelley Zalis: CEO of The Female Quotient | #Th...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Shelley Zalis, CEO of the Female Quotient, provides insights on: [7:36] Why the World Economic Forum is predicting it will take over 200 years to close the wage gap  [8:54] How leaders can begin to fix equality issues by being conscious of them  [10:41] The three key “buckets” that need to be addressed by an organization in order to achieve diversity  [20:05] Why she prefers “life-stage” interviews with employees instead of exit interviews
24 min
1740
The Easiest Way To Expand Your Network
Asking someone how you can provide value for them and if they know anyone that can help you is the easiest way to expand your network. You can expand your network by over 30,000 people each month by just asking one person everyday if they know anyone that can help you. Text me your questions and let me know what you would like to hear next at (949) 298-2905.
9 min
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Chad Steele: VP of Public Relations for the Bal...
Chad Steele, VP of Public Relations for the Baltimore Ravens, talks about how an internship introduced him to the world of PR and how the growth of social media has changed the way that news travels. Chad and host of #The Playbook, David Meltzer discuss the necessary skills required to be successful in the competitive sports industry, including relationship building, and some of the misconceptions associated with public relations. Chad shares some of the tricks he’s learned about managing the ego of the world’s top athletes and gives his best piece of advice for those who aspire to work in sports.
25 min
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Every Mistake Teaches You a Lesson
Stop calling them mistakes and start calling them miracles. Each time you make a mistake you get to learn a lesson from it. Shift your perspective and be grateful for making mistakes. Let me know what miracles you have learned from and how it changed your life afterwards by texting me at (949) 298-2905.
8 min
1743
My Top Advice From 2019
Today’s episode is a mashup of my top videos from 2019. Don’t forget to check out my New Years episode “Treat Everyday Like New Years”. Let me know if you like the mashup and would like to hear more about different topics. Text me what you want to hear next and any questions you may have at (949) 298-2905.
13 min
1744
Adrian Peterson: Running Back For The Washingto...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Adrian Peterson, future Hall of Fame running back, shares some insights about: [1:25] How an experience at Larry Fitzgerald’s camp led to him to launch a pillow company[8:19] Why it is so risky to invest in opportunities outside your comfort zone[10:55] How he analyzes potential business opportunities by taking the emotion out of the deal[19:55] What he believes is the true purpose we are all on this earth
22 min
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Treat Each Day Like New Years
Happy New Year Everyone! Today's episode is from my New Years training. Text me at (949) 298-2905 what your New Years resolution is and what you will be spending a minimum amount of time each day doing.
16 min
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Hooman Nouri: Founder of HoomanTV | #ThePlayboo...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Hooman Nouri, Founder of HoomanTV, chats about:[1:30] How a friend’s prank in gym class got him expelled from high school and changed his life[5:34] Why being hungry is an essential part of making it as an entrepreneur [8:56] How he reacted to not being able to fund his first business idea, opening a kiosk at the mall[20:22] The one problem that every YouTuber faces when trying to grow their channel and how to solve it
26 min
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Stop Manifesting What Others Want For You
Stop manifesting what others want for you. People often resent their loved ones because they end up manifesting what others want for them instead of what they want for themselves. Text me at (949) 298-2905 and let know what you think and what you are manifesting for yourself in 2020.
10 min
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Be a Great Loser
Today's episode is from my meet-up at Chapman University. If you would like to know when I am hosting meet-up in a city near you, text me at (949) 298-2905.
7 min
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David Kohler: CEO and Founder of SCP Auctions |...
David Kohler, CEO and Founder of SCP Auctions, talks about how his childhood passion evolved into one of the world’s most successful auction houses of sports memorabilia. From his beginnings selling sports memorabilia in high school to building a record-setting auction business, Kohler shares some of the most important lessons he’s learned along the way. David Kohler and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer discuss the importance of building authentic relationships in the sports industry (and beyond). The pair also chat about why the  memorabilia has staying power despite so many technological changes, when entrepreneurs should consider leaving school, and some of the auction records that SCP has set.
23 min
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The Difference Between Annoying and Persistent
Hey everyone! Today's episode is from a speech I gave at my Alma Mater, Tulane. I tell the story of the reason I decided to go to Tulane and the difference between being annoying and being persistent when asking for help. Text me what you want to hear next at (949) 298-2905.
8 min