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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How to Turn Setbacks Into Setups | Road to Reve...
Hi everyone! We’ve got another episode on The Road to Revenue and Happiness. I am going to teach you how to turn setbacks into setups. You are going to hear: the three things that you can control, having a “try me” attitude vs a “why me" attitude, and the biggest setback in my life and what lessons I learned from it. Please come join me on Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my Free Training, this week is another hour long #BYOQ Q&A. To register you can text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com. It’s free so come join me.
55 min
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Top 10 Rules of Success
Hi everyone! Today’s episode is a list of my 10 rules of success put together by my buddy Evan Carmichael. It features some of my best advice and comes from interviews I've done with Ed Mylett, Tom Bilyeau and many more. Let me know if you enjoy these mashup style episodes and would like to hear more of them, and don’t forget to 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, email me at david@dmeltzer.com or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training!
16 min
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Scott Fischer: CEO of Dippin' Dots | #ThePlaybo...
Scott Fischer, CEO of Dippin' Dots, shares his thoughts on why he strives to be a learner instead of a “knower” and creating a culture where outside thinking is encouraged has helped Dippin’ Dots to continue developing new innovations for the food industry.  Fischer and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a variety of topics such as identifying where there is opportunity to add value in an undervalued business, what it means to live with intention, and how mentorship helps entrepreneurs to understand a sector they are unfamiliar with. The pair also chat about why leaders should never define themselves by the title that they hold.
20 min
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Creating the Habit of Happiness
Hi everyone! Today’s episode is from my appearance on Becoming a Champion with Dana Cavela the former strength and conditioning coach for the New York Yankees. This interview is filled with value and I wanted to share it with all of you. The two of us discussed creating the habit of happiness, the best way to make positive changes in your life, and why I don’t believe in “working”. Don’t forget to 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 dmeltzer.com/training to register.
30 min
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Scott Absher: Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of ...
Scott Absher, Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of ShiftPixy, talks about how the movement towards part-time labor and the growth of the gig economy are providing solutions for employers across all industries, as well as some of the unique benefits that the ShiftPixy platform offers its users. Absher and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about topics such as how ShiftPixy’s technology promotes elevated engagement with employees, why the old rule of thumb about staying away from part-time labor no longer applies, and why business operators should look at their human capital in terms of what they have access to instead of what they “own”.
18 min
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Strengthening Your Brain
Hi everyone! I’ve got a treat for you today, My mentor Blane Bartlett and I were joined on Office Hours by Ariel Garten, the Co-Founder of Muse. The three of us discussed: how you can strengthen your brain, the ways to calm your body when you enter fight or flight and the realization of exercising your brain. Don’t forget to come join me on 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!
19 min
1732
CJ McCollum: Shooting Guard For The Portland Tr...
CJ McCollum, guard for the Portland Trailblazers and host of the ‎Pull Up podcast, shares his insights on:[:45] - How he’s developed a new routine for unique environment that the NBA to help maintain a sense of normalcy and be productive at the same time[3:19] - Why not all NBA players have the mindset it takes to excel in the bubble[9:10] - The #1 biggest key for anyone looking to build their brand[15:00] - Why he wishes he hadn’t cared as much about “optics” early in his career
20 min
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How to Handle Negativity | Road to Revenue #20
Hey everyone! We are back on the Road to Revenue and Happiness. Today's episode is all about handling negativity. You are going to learn what to do and what to control when in a negative situation, you are also going to get 30 minutes of value packed Q&A. 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/trainingto register!
60 min
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3 Ways to Succeed at Marketing
Hey everyone! I’ve got a special episode for you today, I am going to share my Collision at Home speech with you. You are going to learn three things that will help you succeed at marketing.  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 at 949 298 2905, email me at david@dmeltzer.com or visit https://dmeltzer.com/training.
8 min
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Living a Healthy Life
Hi everyone, I hope you are all healthy and happy! Today’s episode features a former Playbook guest, Amanda Tress, The creator of the Faster Way to Fat Loss. Amanda joined me on Instagram live to talk all about health and wellness. Amanda is going to give us her three golden rules to living a healthy life.  Also don’t forget to join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my Free Friday Training! You can text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com or visit dmeltzer.com/training to register. 
18 min
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Dealing With Negative Thoughts
Hi everyone, I hope you are all happy and healthy! Today’s episode is a conversation I had with, former Playbook guest Mike Moosbrugger. The two of us are going to discuss: handling negativity, the reason why we focus on negativity as humans and giving yourself permission to pivot  If you haven’t yet, go listen to Mike’s incredible story on his first appearance on The Playbook, and don’t forget to come join me on Friday 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.
16 min
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Greg Smith: Co-Founder and CEO of Thinkific | #...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Greg Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Thinkific, provides insights on:[3:29] - Why an abundant approach to business allows companies to connect with more customers than being scarce[7:24] - The role that empathy plays from a leadership and hiring standpoint[12:58] - The most important questions you can ask yourself when considering a pivot[13:29]  - Why there is no better time than now to start building your audience
18 min
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Living an Abundant Life
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!
32 min
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John Robinson: President and COO of 100 Thieves...
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
18 min
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Open Q&A #2 | Road to Revenue #19
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!
59 min
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5 Things You Should Be Practicing Every Day
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!
29 min
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Elizabeth Zucker: YPO Chairman and Managing Par...
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.
21 min
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You Cannot Fake Your Energy
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!
33 min
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Strauss Zelnick: Chairman and CEO of Take-Two I...
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
23 min
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Making the Right Assumptions
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!
22 min
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Danica Patrick: World-Renowned Retired Race Car...
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
23 min
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“2 Minute Drill” Pitch Competition | Road to Re...
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.
79 min
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Nadine Dietz: Chief Community Officer at Adweek...
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.
19 min
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Getting 1% Better Every Day | Interview on the ...
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!
46 min
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How to Live the Life You Want | A Conversation ...
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!
18 min