Today's episode is from another one of my LinkedIn Live Q&A's. I try to do at least one a week and if you send me your questions and leave me your phone number I may call you and answer your one of your questions. Text me at (949) 298-2905 to find out when I will be going live on LinkedIn next.

William Toms and David Silver, Co-founders of REC, talk about how their dream has evolved from hosting their first music event and hoping to make $10 to building a 10,000 square foot co-creative facility for local artists, musicians, and creators. The duo shares their thoughts on some of the challenges they faced fundraising for their venue, and how tweaking their investment structure helped them to secure the funding they needed to ultimately build their revolutionary community of creators. William, David, and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss some of the challenges associated with pitching an idea for investment, how to handle hearing “no”, and making the most of your work/life integration.

If you don't invest in yourself what are you ever going to invest in? Text me your feedback and questions at (949) 298-2905. Key Moments: [1:21] The first action of everyday has to be to find the highest frequency. [1:58] How to react to the highest frequency- 3 steps. [2:40] There is no such thing as sacrifice. [4:00] You have to think and work long.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jeff Griffin, transformational speaker and author, provides insights on:[4:30] The difference between being a successful leader and a leader of success [6:56] How quitting college football helped him to discover what he calls the P-Squared Mindset [20:05] What he would tell one of his kids if they were paralyzed in an accident[29:11] Why he believes that the past and the future do not exist

Key Moments: [1:38] Understanding the coding within your own DNA. [6:51] Key to being happy is understanding we are connected to the greatest source of energy. [13:21] How hitting early bottoms made him realize gratitude.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Rachel Webber, Chief Marketing Officer and President of Corporate Strategy for Playboy Enterprises, shares her thoughts on:[1:26] How she defines the power that a brand holds[6:57] Why companies should ensure they have product or service offerings for all genders [12:21] Why she believes that Hugh Hefner created the original lifestyle brand [13:16] How the Playboy team created the Playhouse pop-up event to give their fans a chance to “step into the pages of a Playboy magazine”

Hi everyone, today's episode is an explanation of how I achieve 64 hours of productivity a day. I call if the power of 64. Let me know what you think and how many hours of productivity you achieve each day by texting me at (949)298-2905. Key Moments: [0:55] Trying to be productive for 64 hours a day. [3:28] The best way to be productive is practice. [4:15] How to be present- do it now.

Heather Monahan, best-selling author and keynote speaker, talks about how an experience getting fired from her corporate job forced her to focus on rebuilding her confidence, and what steps others can take in order to build their confidence in themselves. Heather and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a variety of topics such as dealing with the labels and limiting beliefs that others impose upon you, finding an accountability partner to support your goals, and creating boundaries. The pair also share their thoughts on what it means to treat your fears just like a “green light” and not a “red light”. Key Moments: [3:15] - Thanking others instead of apologizing [8:00] - Dealing with labels, limiting beliefs of others [12:30] - Confidence and frequency, the relationship between the two [18:00] - Needing to go step-by-step, so you don’t get overwhelmed

Malcolm McCassy, Founder of Ethika Underwear and acting CEO of Initial Friends, talks about how his career has evolved since landing his first job at the No Fear warehouse, as well as how his EQ has benefitted him throughout his journey. Malcolm and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics including when to listen and when to tune out the “outside noise”, why you need to prioritize yourself, and the right times to trust your gut. The pair also share their thoughts on pushing past a difficult upbringing and how tough experiences prepare you for a winning future.

Hi everyone! Today's episode is from my keynote speech at the National Association of Health Underwriters "Vision Speak" event from earlier this year. Text me your feedback and let me know what you would like to hear next at (949) 298-2905. Key Moments: [3:48] Be more interested than interesting. [9:14] Don't be the richest man in the cemetery. [11:53] Value is how to be of service and accessible.  [15:36] Money doesn't buy love but allows you to shop.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Tony Richardson, former NFL fullback and current NFL Legends Community Director, provides insights on:[3:50] The lesson his dad taught him about never cutting corners in life[6:35] Why he tells athletes to take internships or do job shadowing in their downtime[9:18] How his parents and the athletes he looked up helped him to find his “what” in life[16:09] Why hearing “no” or “failing” as an entrepreneur prepares you for future success

Today's episode is from a speech I gave to a Sports Law Society class at Villanova. I talk about how to get a job in sports, but these lessons can be applied to any field you desire to work in. Text me what you think and let me know what you want to hear next at (949) 298-2905. Key Moments: [0:35] How to figure out where you want to work [1:50] Get your name out of the tall stack of resumes and into the short stack [3:00] Connect with people emotionally and asking for help [4:29] People like to give, allow someone the opportunity to give [5:30] The list of opportunities goes on and on.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Paige Spiranac, social media personality and golf influencer, provides insights on: [4:11] Why the mental aspect of golf sets it apart from other sports  [7:12] Her best advice for anyone dealing with bullies online or in-person [11:28] How changing her approach to social media has taught her to turn negatives into positives [13:33] Why she doesn’t allow other people to post on her social media profiles and prefers to run her accounts herself

Would you listen to the same bad song all day long? Today's episode is from one of my meetups. I host them in nearly every city I go to, if you would like to find out when I will be in a city near you, text me at (949) 298-2905. Key Moments: [0:45] What happens when I hear a song I don't like [1:30] People surround themselves with bad songs [2:29] The reason I went bankrupt is because I was surrounding myself with bad music [4:28] I started playing the right music and started seeing better results

Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro, co-founders of Energy Muse, discuss how their business has evolved from selling jewelry out of trunks to outfitting some of the world’s biggest celebrities and athletes, as well as how they are bringing “woo-woo” spirituality into the “now-now”. The long-time friends share how they’ve learned to balance inspiration with pragmatism, as well as some of the most important lessons they’ve experienced along the way.  Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro sit down with the host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, to talks about the healing power of energy crystals, the pragmatic value of money in business, and their best advice for aspiring female entrepreneurs.

Today's episode is my appearance on the Wake Up Wealthy Podcast. Text me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know what shows you want to see me on. Key Moments: [5:10] - I will impact 1 billion people to be happy [6:40] - Today was "impossible" 100 years ago [8:55] - Do something new for 1 sec everyday [13:00] - Why I started creating content [14:45] - Faith is a currency like money [17:00] - Time Management hacks [21:00] - I'm focus on getting faster, not winning the race [22:50] - My most practical piece of advice

Hi everyone, today's episode is all about values and why your values shouldn't be balanced. What are your values? Text me at (949) 298-2905 and tell me why I should implement them into my life and my business. Key Moments: [0:15] What is it personally that you want to shop for [2:00] Gratitude is my perspective [4:50] Seek the lessons by asking [7:13] You have seeds planted in your mind [9:30] Time is a man made construct

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Hakeem Valles, retired NFL tight end and real estate investor, sheds light on:[4:49] How he started a lucrative phone repair business while in college[8:27] The impact of his first mentor and what he taught him about being willing to “eat dirt” [13:49] How he leveraged his position as an NFL player to network with local real estate investors [16:28] Why a terrifying missionary trip to Haiti changed his outlook on life and business

Today's episode is from my keynote at Web Summit. I cover all the ways to successfully create your own brand and amplify it for the future. Key Moments: [0:18] Branding and marketing is a signal [1:20] People buy on emotion for logical reasons [3:00] Mickey Mouse has an extraordinary frequency [4:15] You need to be credible [6:40] You need to show impact [7:38] The three strategies you need to create

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Randy Jackson, bassist, producer, music exec, and entrepreneur, shares knowledge about:[3:44] His belief that American Idol is just like the movie Rocky[6:35] The first lesson he learned about what it takes to be a record producer [9:15] How understanding needs and wants can lead to personal satisfaction[16:19] Why he believes hearing “no” is more helpful than hearing “yes”

[0:21] 5 rules/disciplines of being a great leader. [13:35] How do we practice ending fear. [15:47] Mentorship: Finding people that sit in the seat you want to be in. [20:45] Networking is the key to life.

Today's episode is from one of my in-office training sessions for my interns and employees. How much conviction do you have and how much convenience comes a long with it? Text me what you want to hear next at (949) 298-2905 Key Moments: [00:36] All problems are the same size and how to frame them. [2:01] Rule #6: Don't take yourself so damn seriously. [8:34] Why should you put faith in the right things. [13:54] Conviction is focus.

Richard Jaffe, author, poet, philanthropist, co-owner of the Phoenix Suns, and entrepreneur, discusses the pillars of business and happiness, as well as some of the biggest misnomers about success. Jaffe provides insights on how loving yourself first will allow everything else to flow, as well as some of the best advice from his book Turning Crisis Into Success. Jaffe and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, go over a variety of topics such as the benefits of becoming your own best friend, “skating to where the puck is going to be”, and how to maintain emotional stability when dealing with a crisis. Key Moments: [1:57] Success does not create happiness, happiness creates success.  [5:37] How to keep your emotional stability crisis.  [9:21] Asking for help in a crisis. [12:19] How to be successful in business: skate to where the puck will be. [16:28] 5 values Richard Jaffe lives by in business and in life.  [21:38] Richard Jaffe's favorite happiness poem. 

Today's episode is all about what it takes to make the right decisions. Text me what you want to hear about next at (949) 298-2905 Key Moments: [4:12] In business and in life we put faith in what others want for us, vote for what you believe in. [6:58] Money is a lot like faith. [13:36] Putting stock in who you are and establishing your values. [19:57] Making decisions in the ego based consciousness moves you in the wrong direction.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Tim Kobe, CEO of Eight Inc. and X Eight Ventures, shares his ideas on:[3:07] Why a career in design should be treated as a lifelong learning opportunity[8:29] The importance prototyping “offline” before launching a product or location [11:44] What it means to connect to your customers by “designing human experience” [14:00] How Steve Jobs taught him to focus on people with his design and not profitTim Kobe, CEO of Eight Inc. and X Eight Ventures, discusses his design work for Apple’s retail stores alongside Steve Jobs, how a focus on customer experience leads to monetary returns, and what it means to be able to successfully adapt your design plans.