On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Ken Austin, co-founder of Proper No. Twelve, shares some insights on:[2:00] - Why the lack of competition among Irish whiskeys was the “perfect storm” for launching Proper No. 12[5:00] - The Rule of 101 and why he teaches it to as many young people as possible [11:44] - Why he believes that millennials understand the importance of happiness better than other generations [15:44] - How he went the extra mile to get into the whiskey business with Conor McGregor

Today’s episode is another edition of our “Road to Revenue” series.  Today’s episode is focused on closing more deals and making more money.  I discuss how to stimulate a prospects interest, the six steps every salesperson needs to follow, and why 80% of the sale is actually collecting the money.a Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway and ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com, or visit dmeltzer.com/training to join! Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify

Today’s episode of the Meltzer & McCourt Get Out and Vote Show, features Bradley Tusk, the Founder and CEO of Tusk Ventures, and Richard Jaffe, the Founder of Safe Skin and owner of the Phoenix Suns.  I teamed up with David McCourt, the Founder & CEO of McCourt Capital to launch the Meltzer & McCourt Get Out and Vote Show. Every Tuesday at 3:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm ET, David McCourt and I will go live on my Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Let me know if you enjoyed today’s episode and would like to hear more of The Meltzer & McCourt Get out and Vote Show by texting me at (949) 298-2905 and remember you can email me at any time at david@dmeltzer.com

Nik Wallenda, record-setting high wire artist and author of the new book Facing Fear, discusses finding a passion for performing at an early age and how he worked to reinvent his act in order to better connect with the masses. Wallenda and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including the challenge that comes with performing stunts which have proven to be deadly, the difference between nerves and fear, as well as how to practice countering negativity with positive thoughts. The pair also talk about how they define fear in their lives and what happens to leaders who aren’t willing to face their fears.

Today’s episode is from a meetup I hosted in Philadelphia last October. I answered as many questions as I could in 40 minutes, you are going to hear about how to allow things to come through you, how consistency works, and how you can provide value to others. Text me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode at (949) 298-2905 and let me know if you want to hear more full-length meetups. Also, don’t forget to join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can text me or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Dr. Joel N. Myers, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of AccuWeather, shares his thoughts on:[2:10] - Why a weather diary he kept as a child led him on his career path[5:29] - How he was able to “commercialize” weather information and predictions[6:53] - The mindset it took to call 25,000 prospects before landing his first 100 paying customers [8:53] - How he upset the government by making money from their public data

They’re back! My two super star clients Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri of the Hyper Conscious Podcast joined me on Office Hours for a Live coaching session. As always today’s episode is packed with value. The three of us are going to discuss bringing happiness to others and what it means to “work hard”. Text me your favorite part of today’s episode and sign up to join me on Friday for my Free Training at (949) 298-2905 or you can email me at david@dmeltzer.com

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Vivek Ranadivé, Owner and Chairman of the Sacramento Kings, shares his insights on:[0:54] - The one magical moment that inspired Vivek to come to the USA to study technology and science. [3:38] - How coaching his daughter’s basketball team, despite knowing nothing about the game, led to him falling in love with the sport[12:43] - What entrepreneurs need to prepare for what Vivek calls “the biggest disruption in human history”  [21:38] - Why he makes kindness and empathy a priority in all of his business dealings

Hey everyone! It’s Monday so that means we are back on the Road to Revenue and Happiness, today’s episode is all about how to increase your worthiness. You are worthy of everything you receive, you are self reliant and accepting. Text me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode at (949) 298-2905 and come join me next Friday at 11:00 am PT/2:00 pm ET. You can text me or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify

Fleet Feet COO, Matt Zeiger, and VP of Digital and Operations, Jason Jabaut, talk about the company’s history and how they work to follow the example of the female innovators who founded it, as well as the focus on personal development for Fleer Feet’s teams. Zeiger, Jabaut, and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about the role that ecommerce platforms have played for retail businesses in recent months and some most valuable lessons learned along the way. The trio also discuss how Fleet Feet was able to find technology partners to help improve their product offerings by incorporating 3D scanning and offering runners even more customization.

David Steinberg, Co-Founder and CEO of Zeta, shares his insights on the choices that aspiring entrepreneurs need to make in terms of their formal education, as well as why he believes that a fear of failure can lead to confidence and excellence. Steinberg and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about topics including how entrepreneurs should shift their perspectives on time in order to be more effective, why it’s important to avoid falling into the “career FOMO” trap, and why the singular ability that separates the most successful entrepreneurs from the rest is the ability to get back up after being knocked down.

Hey everyone!  I teamed up with David McCourt, the Founder & CEO of McCourt Capital to launch the Meltzer & McCourt Get Out and Vote Show. Every Tuesday at 3:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm ET, David McCourt and I will go live on my Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Today’s episode features Ambassador Kevin O’Malley, who served as the Ambassador to Ireland for Barack Obama and actor Omar Benson Miller.  Let me know if you enjoyed today’s episode and would like to hear more of The Meltzer & McCourt Get out and Vote Show by texting me at (949) 298-2905 and remember you can email me at any time at david@dmeltzer.com

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Dr. Michael Beckwith, Founder and CEO of the Agape International Spiritual Center, provides his wisdom on:[:40] - How to effectively deal with change or flux in your life[3:34] - Why practicing and feeling gratitude needs to be a part of your daily life[10:43] - What it means to “carry a frequency of excellence” [16:08] - The two greatest qualities for meditation and manifestation

Hey everyone! Today’s episode is from a conversation I had with a former Playbook guest, Moiz Ali, the Founder of Native. Moiz and I are going to teach you how to pitch your idea and some lessons that Moiz has learned to be happy  Text me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode at (949) 298 2905 and join me this 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 sign up! 

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Brett Favre, Pro Football Hall of Fame Quarterback, shares his thoughts on:[1:21] - How today’s new injury protocols are working to better identify when NFL players have a concussion and the products on the market that are being used treat concussions[12:32] - How he evaluates the different partnership opportunities that he gets presented [14:20] - What some fans don’t understand about the dedication needed to play in the NFL at an elite level[17:30] - His perspective on playing through pain and what it takes to elevate your game in tough circumstances

Hey everyone! It’s Monday so that means we are back on the Road to Revenue and Happiness, today’s episode is all about learning how to manifest what you want. I am going to teach you how to manifest everything you desire , accurately and rapidly. Text me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode at (949) 298-2905 and come join me next Friday at 11:00 am PT/2:00 pm ET. You can text me or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify

Hey everyone!  I teamed up with David McCourt, the Founder & CEO of McCourt Capital to launch the Meltzer & McCourt Get Out and Vote Show. Every Tuesday at 3:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm ET, David McCourt and I will go live on my Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Today’s episode features Alan Miller, Founder of The News Literacy Project, and Phillip Stutts, the Founder and CEO of Win Big Media Let me know if you enjoyed today’s episode and if you would like to hear more of The Meltzer & McCourt Get out and Vote Show by texting me at (949) 298-2905 and remember you can email me at any time at david@dmeltzer.com 

Justin Miclat, CEO of the Kinetic Group and manager behind top Twitch streamers NICKMERCS and SypherPK, talks about some of the biggest opportunities he sees for growth in esports and gaming, as well as how today’s most popular gamers have become entertainers. Miclat and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics including what it’s like building a business in an emerging industry, how to address employees and overhead as a young entrepreneur, and what different skills from law school the pair utilize in their businesses today. The two also chat about their desire to make a lot of money, help a lot of people, and have a lot of fun with their businesses.

Hey everyone! Today’s episode is my appearance on the Relentless Dentist Podcast with Dr. David Maloley. Dr. David and I discuss: finding happiness, the ups and downs of growing a business, and learning to love what you don't love.   Text me your biggest takeaway from today’s episode at (949) 298-2905 and don’t forget to join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can text me or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join!

 On this episode of #ThePlaybook James Altucher, best-selling author, angel investor, and entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on:[3:30] - How to pragmatically practice gratitude on a day-to-day basis[7:00] - Why he’s not a fan of using to-do lists and prefers to focus on what’s important in that moment[13:40] - Why every decision boils down to fear or growth [18:33] - The two questions he asks himself in order to learn from his failures

Hey everyone! I’ve got something special for you today! Today’s episode is the entire meetup I hosted at the RISE Conference last year! I am going to teach you the fastest way to make money, how it takes 17 ½ years to become an overnight success, and much much more. You're going to get close to an hour worth of value. Text me your favorite part of today’s episode at (949) 298-2905 and let me know if you enjoyed this full length meetup and would like to hear more of them. Remember to join me every Friday for my FREE Training, you can text me or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to sign up!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Aaron Keay, Chairman of the Alkaline Water Company, provides insights on:[1:58] - How to build accountability within a team [5:50] - What sets Alkaline88’s products apart from others on the market[12:00] - How to build organic partnerships in sports and how the company’s relationship with PGA Tour pro Chez Reavie has evolved[15:00] - The biggest lesson he’s learned about preparing a company for growth

Hey everyone! It’s Monday so that means we are back on the Road to Revenue and Happiness, I teamed up with Clarity Experiences for another “2 Minute Drill Pitch Competition.” You’re going to hear 6 different pitches and feedback for each pitch. Text me your biggest takeaway from today's episode at (949) 298 - 2905 and you can email me at any time at david@dmeltzer.com. Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify

Hey everyone!  I teamed up with David McCourt, the Founder & CEO of McCourt Capital to launch the Meltzer & McCourt Get Out and Vote Show. Every Tuesday at 3:00 pm PT / 6:00 pm ET, David McCourt and I will go live on my Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.  Today’s episode features Trey Ellis, he’s a writer, a professor, and he just won his an Emmy for his documentary, True Justice: Bryan Stevenson’s Fight for Equality Let me know if you enjoyed today’s episode and would like to hear more of The Meltzer & McCourt Get out and Vote Show by texting me at (949) 298-2905 and remember you can email me at any time at david@dmeltzer.com 

Steven Galanis, Co-Founder & CEO of Cameo, provides insights on why he defines “market fit” differently than some entrepreneurs and the skills it took in order to build the dream team that helped launch the company, as well as what inspired the idea in the first place.  Galanis and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thoughts on the value of the emotional connections that fans share with their favorite celebrities and what it really means to be rich and famous. Galanis also talks about how the platform has grown since its inception and which athlete he’d most like to get a Cameo from.