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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1801
The #1 Trait You Can Possess | Interview on Suc...
Today’s episode is my appearance on the Success Shorts Podcast with Erol Senel.  Erol and I are going to discuss the most important trait you can possess and using gratitude as a guidepost to get there. Join me live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm for my Free Training! Text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join!
22 min
1802
Scott Donnell: CEO of Hapbee Technologies | #Th...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Scott Donnell, CEO of Hapbee Technologies, Inc., shares his thoughts on:[1:46] - How being (unexpectedly) elected to student body president led him to entrepreneurship[2:50] - How an entrepreneur’s “why” will help to carry them through the difficult times and how Scott is working to empower young entrepreneurs to follow their passion[7:13] - Why he describes Hapbee’s wearable technology as “like something out of Star Trek” [12:39] - Hapbee’s plan for the future of their products, so that anyone can choose how they feel
18 min
1803
Receiving Answers From The Universe
Hi everyone! My 2 favorite coaching clients are back for another episode. Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri of Next Level University joined me for another live coaching session. The three of us are going to discuss the three ways you receive answers from the universe. Text me your favorite part from today’s episode at (949) 298-2905 and don’t forget to join me on Friday for my Free Training at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. To join you can text me or email me at david@dmeltzer.com.
32 min
1804
Dean Graziosi: Founder of Dean Enterprises and ...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Dean Graziosi, Founder of Dean Enterprises and Author of The Underdog Advantage, discusses:[1:08] - The importance of finding a “why” to motivate your hustle[4:59] - How he learned to end fear and overcome insecurities caused by impostor syndrome [8:31] - What one skill it takes to get to the “next level” in your life[13:24] - How to develop a pragmatic system to track your progress and keep in mind what works and doesn't work as you progress towards your goals.
18 min
1805
There is No Pursuit of Happiness | Interview on...
Today’s episode is my appearance on the True Underdog Podcast With Jayson Waller. I just spent the whole day with Jayson on the set of 2 Minute Drill and he knows how to bring the energy. The two of us are going to discuss where the pursuit of happiness actually comes from. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today’s episode and come join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my Free Training. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com.
34 min
1806
Joe Foster: Co-Founder of Reebok | #ThePlaybook...
Joe Foster, Co-Founder of Reebok and author of the new book Shoemaker, shares his insights on:[5:22] - Why he and his brother made the difficult choice to leave the family business and start their own shoe company[8:50] - How winning a dictionary as a prize led to the name Reebok being chosen for the company[16:06] - How Runner’s World magazine helped Reebok to establish its brand in America[20:30] - His best piece of advice about how entrepreneurs should embrace change
27 min
1807
Gratitude Live Q&A | Road to Revenue #36
We’ve got another edition of our “Road to Revenue” series. Today’s episode is a Gratitude #BYOQ Live Q&A. I am going to share a message of gratitude with you and then you are going to get close to an hour of value-packed Q&A. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today’s episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join! Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify
59 min
1808
Michael and Ylianna Dadashi: The Founders of He...
Michael and Ylianna Dadashi, the founders of Heart Water, talk about how their personal journeys have inspired them to create a purpose-focused, sustainable business and why storytelling is such an important component of their brand. The Dadashis and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including the three reasons why the Dadashis settled on creating a business around a resource like water, how to strike the right balance when working with your spouse and why focusing on your internal self will bring hope and change to your external world. They also discuss why pouring your heart out to others and being vulnerable is so essential.
24 min
1809
Angelo Christian: Chairman and CEO of Angelo Ch...
Angelo Christian, Chairman and CEO of Angelo Christian Financial and author, shares his thoughts on how some of his struggles with weight and bullying as a young man have shaped the person he is today, as well as why it’s essential to be in a state of receivership. Christian and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of subjects including how to position your business (and personal brand) for growth, the overlap between their life missions and company’s missions, as well as why it seems that when a student is ready to learn, the right teacher will appear.
27 min
1810
Janice Bryant Howroyd: Founder and CEO of The A...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Janice Bryant Howroyd, founder and CEO of The ActOne Group, discusses:[1:11] - Why she deems her career path “extraordinary”[3:36] - How the pandemic has encouraged the business leaders that Janice interacts with to be more vulnerable[10:07] - What her mother taught her about the difference between anger and passion[14:14] - Why everyone needs to be more thoughtful with words they use
23 min
1811
I am Gratitude and So Are You
Today's episode is a Throwback to my Thanksgiving Training from last year. Last year I had everyone write down the most inspirational person, place, or thing in their lives. A few people from my team even called some of their loved one's to tell them how grateful they were to have them in their lives. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, I try to celebrate it everyday. Remember, you are gratitude, you are a lens of gratitude. Be grateful for every person, place, or thing in your life.
9 min
1812
Training Your Brain For Success | Interview on ...
Today’s episode is from my interview on Spartan Up! - A Spartan Race for the Mind! Joe De Sena and I are going to discuss training your mind for success, and two things you should be thinking about, your drive and your unconscious competency. Let me know your favorite part of today’s episode and ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join!
22 min
1813
Will Ahmed: Founder and CEO of WHOOP | #ThePlay...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Will Ahmed, Founder and CEO of WHOOP, shares his insights on:  [1:03] - How he was able to find his own path and create his “dream job” in sports technology[2:17] - Why the mission of unlocking human performance is at the core of everything that WHOOP does[7:07] - How the input from WHOOP gives users a better understanding of the strain and recovery that their body experiences[14:29] - The most common question he gets about having professional athletes as investors and why his answer is unexpected
19 min
1814
Stop Procrastinating | Road to Revenue #35
Today’s episode is another edition of our “Road to Revenue” series. Today’s is all about how you can stop procrastination. You are going to learn about the four types of procrastinators and a half-hour of Q&A. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway and ask me questions live every Friday at 11 am pst/2 pm est. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join! Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify
60 min
1815
Creating Content That Lasts Forever | Interview...
Today’s episode is my appearance on The Content Callout Podcast With Mark Raffan. You are going to learn about: how much content you should be putting out, asking for what you want, being a ferocious Buddha. Text me your favorite part from today’s episode at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my Free Training 
22 min
1816
Dr. John Jaquish: Inventor of the X3 Bar | #The...
Dr. John Jaquish, scientist, inventor of the X3® Bar, and author of Weight Lifting Is a Waste of Time shares the story of how his mother being diagnosed with osteoporosis has led him to groundbreaking research and inventions that get real results. Dr. Jaquish and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, talk about a broad range of topics including why people prefer harder challenges over a challenge that lasts, setting reasonable expectations for yourself, and some of the most common misconceptions about human health and fitness. The pair also chat about how mindset factors into the pursuit of your best self.
20 min
1817
Worry is a Wasted Emotion | A Conversation With...
Today’s episode is from my training session with Shay Rowbottom’s Heal Tribe. I am going to discuss how to identify when you are accelerating in the wrong direction, the reason why worry is a wasted emotion and the three different types of relationships. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway and ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join
42 min
1818
Alex Alonso & Nick Schacht: SHRM | #ThePlaybook...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Alex Alonso, Chief Knowledge Officer for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and Nick Schacht, Chief Global Development Officer, discuss:[3:05] - How to use the hiring process as a gauge for a prospective employee’s mindset[5:42] - The true costs for an organization when there is employee turnover[7:18] - The three main areas where unsuccessful managers fall down[17:17] - How the pandemic has forced Human Resource professionals to find new and innovative solutions
26 min
1819
Clearing Your Connection to Inspiration | Inter...
Today’s episode is from my appearance on Bulletproof Radio With Dave Asprey, the founder of Bulletproof Nutrition. Dave and I are going to discuss: clearing the connection to that source of inspiration, how having faith is just like having money and dealing with forced relationships. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite part from today’s episode and text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my Free Training 
61 min
1820
Lynsi Snyder: President and Owner of In-N-Out B...
On This episode of #ThePlaybook, Lynsi Snyder, President and Owner of In-N-Out Burger, shares her thoughts on:[:38] - How she ensures the values that her family taught her remain a big part of In-N-Out[3:31] - Why the organization works to empower its employees to deliver great service without compromise[9:07] - What it means to be a servant leader and how Lynsi works to lead with love[14:38] - Her go-to order from In-N-Out
16 min
1821
Stop Seeking Approval | Road to Revenue #34
Today’s episode is another edition of our “Road to Revenue” series. Today’s episode is about why you should Stop Seeking Approval. Don’t give a second thought about what others think of you, as that gives them power over your perspective. Focus on the people who are aligned with your own values, goals, and desires, so that you can more rapidly manifest what you want for yourself in life or in business. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway and ask me questions live every Friday at 11 am pst/2 pm est. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join.[2:15] - Everything you’re looking for is already inside of you[5:38] - How to feel worthy of your goals [9:55] - How to seek approval from yourself not from others[17:22] - There is no such thing as high or low self-esteem[23:50] - Understand how to take control of the moment between emotion and action [25:20] - Realizing that you help complete the universe in your own way  Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify
59 min
1822
Kathrin Weishäupl: Founder and CEO Miss Smarthe...
Kathrin Weishäupl, Founder and CEO of the consulting company, Miss Smarthead, sits down to discuss a range of topics including the origins of the Miss Smarthead brand, how to have a healthy relationship with money, and the different ways that entrepreneurs can approach their fears. Weishäupl and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about how they employ the Law of Attraction in their lives and business and creating the avatar of your “ideal client” to find your niche. The pair also discuss why shifting to a positive way of thinking is one of the most effective ways to impact your reality (and your business).
20 min
1823
Anthony Casalena: Founder & CEO of Squarespace ...
Anthony Casalena, Founder & CEO of Squarespace, sits down to discuss how Squarespace evolved from him trying to solve a website design problem for himself into a business that empowers countless entrepreneurs across the world. Casalena and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including why Squarespace’s differentiator has changed over the years as the digital space has evolved, how their tools are being used during the pandemic to give entrepreneurs the ability to test business models, and the biggest lessons they’ve learned about managing employees and overhead. The pair also discuss their different approaches for setting goals and deadlines in order to grow an organization.
19 min
1824
Your Perception Becomes Your Reality
Today’s episode is from a meetup I hosted in San Diego back in 2018. Before Covid I used to host meetups in every city I traveled to so I could provide value to as many people as possible. You are going to learn: Understanding fear, the importance of enjoying the pursuit , and so much more. [1:17] - The closer you can get to the truth, the larger your bandwidth will be.[4:35] - You're leveling up your aggregate energy by asking, “how can I be of service?”, and “how can you help me?”[11:13] - My perception is my reality dictated by my awareness, indicated by the vibration that I have. [14:16] - When you're inspired time moves faster because your perception of time. [17:24] - The only thing that makes anyone feel good is giving. [20:12] - It’s an unexpected opportunity to make a mistake, feel good about it, and learn a lesson from it.[22:09] - Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you're right.[31:28] - The minute I think about what I want, it becomes a possibility. [47:45] -You are the aggregate of who you surround yourself with.[48:17] - You don’t know what you have, until you give it all away. Let me know if you want to hear more of these full length meetups and 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 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join!
79 min
1825
NBA Hall of Famer David Robinson and Daniel Bas...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, NBA Hall of Famer David Robinson and Daniel Bassichis, co-founders of the Admiral Capital Group, share their thoughts on:[:41] - How their partnership began over a shared desire to impact their communities through education[2:01] - What David’s legendary NBA career taught him about teamwork that he’s been able to apply to leading a business[7:27] - Why COVID has forced the co-founders of Admiral Capital to re-think the way they run the firm and give back at the same time. [9:04] - How to simplify the most valuable lessons in order to better educate and empower the next generation
20 min