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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1926
Cynthia Kersey: CEO & Founder of the Unstoppabl...
Cynthia Kersey, CEO & Founder of the Unstoppable Foundation and best-selling author, talks about how she developed an unstoppable mindset, pushing through the pain that she experienced personally by finding her true purpose in life. Kersey and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including the difference between unconditional giving and trading, why giving can be a selfish act, and the impact that the Unstoppable Foundation makes through its Five Pillar development model.  They also share some of the most impactful moments they’ve experienced through their work with the foundation, and chat about the new “Be the Miracle” campaign.
33 min
1927
Getting Out of a Rut
Today's episode is from my Weekly Live Q&A session last week. Make sure you text me at (949) 298-2905 to find out the next time I am going live and let me know what your biggest takeaway was from today's episode. We sometimes find ourselves in a trajectory we don't want to be in or when there is corrosion that is connecting us to the greatest sources of energy we carry, inspiration. I practice exercising my mind so that I can get back to center and find my highest vibration.
16 min
1928
How To Find Opportunity In Uncertain Times
Hey everyone, I had a meeting with my team to discuss how we are here to be of service to you. We are going to provide stability by providing content that will help you get back to center. We are also going to help you find opportunities to take the lessons to expand and grow. Please let me know how I can be of service to you by texting me at (949) 298-2905. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
26 min
1929
Maria Bartiromo: Anchor At Fox Business | #TheP...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Maria Bartiromo, 2-time Emmy winning journalist and host of Mornings w/ Maria, Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street, and Sunday Morning Futures shares her thoughts on:[7:38] - How her approach to the first day of an internship at CNN set her apart from other interns [12:24] - Becoming the first journalist who reported live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange [18:43] - The best piece of advice she ever got about how to succeed, no matter what your goals are [19:51] - Why you need to be focused on cherishing and respecting your reputation, not simply protecting it
21 min
1930
How to Be a Great Leader | A Conversation With ...
Hey everyone! Today's episode is a throwback to August of 2019 when I got to sit down with my good friend Gary Vaynerchuk and the newly inducted Pro Football Hall of Famer, Champ Bailey. The three of us were joined by Scott Tindle and we talked about what it takes to be a great leader on and off the field. Text me your biggest takeaway from today's episode at (949) 298-2905 and let me know if you would like more of these conversations. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
36 min
1931
Nicole Arbour: Comedian and Entrepretainer | #T...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nicole Arbour, Comedian and Entrepretainer, shares her thoughts on a variety of topics including: [3:24] - How hearing Denzel Washington’s voice in her head inspired her to change her mindset and life[10:08] - Her beginnings as a YouTuber and how she finally found a way to use her comedy to heal herself[14:09] - Why Robin Williams’ death changed her views on life and happiness[26:48] - Why the #1 issue that all people have is that they’re “full of sh*t”
30 min
1932
Create Your Own Opportunities
Today's episode is all about opportunity. All I see is opportunity, if something goes well, there is opportunity. If something goes wrong, there is an opportunity. Create the mindset that whenever something gets hard, all it means is that something good is happening. Energy creates the opportunity and when energy shifts too far in one direction you have to look for how you can create opportunities with the void that is created once something moves too far. Text me your biggest takeaway from today's episode at (949) 298-2905. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
13 min
1933
Phillip Stutts: Founder of Go BIG Media | #TheP...
Phillip Stutts, Founder of Go BIG Media, Win BIG Media, and best-selling author of Fire Them Now, shares his thoughts on why the five step process for branding a politician is the exact same as branding a person, product, or service in any other industry, and why customer data is so essential when putting together an impactful advertising campaign. Stutts and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about the importance of testing your advertisements before launching a campaign, why businesses should operate with a giving and abundant approach, and why they believe in giving prospective clients a free assessment in order to get alignment.
24 min
1934
How To Create a Mindset
Hey everyone, today's episode is from a speech I gave to USC's Sports Business Association. When I went through my transformation I took stock in who I was and what I wanted to become. Now everyday I take an inventory of my values everyday to create my mindset. What are your values, and how often do you take inventory of those values. Text me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
6 min
1935
The Three Keys To Success
Hey everyone, I received a lot of positive feedback about last weeks episode that was nearly 2 hours long, so I had my team dig up a speech I gave at a community college in Philadelphia in September of 2017. This was one of those days where I was channeling and delivering bomb after bomb. The best part about the speech was when I finished, nobody left. Everyone stuck around for Q&A and I received amazing questions for nearly an hour. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
107 min
1936
Megan Smith: Former United States Chief Technol...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Megan Smith, Founder and CEO of Shift7 and former CTO of the United States, sits down to share her thoughts on: [5:25] President Obama’s thought process for creating the position of United States Chief Technology Officer [7:59] Why people should be using the internet to “scout and scale” for genius problem-solvers and solutions[15:30] How today’s leaders can bring the best plays from the innovation sector to all industries [19:38] Why we can overcome our cultural and social biases about tech by sharing stories like those of Ada Lovelace, the first computer scientist, or Kate Middleton’s code-breaking ancestors who helped save the lives of millions
23 min
1937
How To Find The Right Partnership
Hey everyone today’s episode is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive. How to find the right partner. Pay attention to what you want in a partner, put attention and intention into it and watch them come into your life. Text me your biggest takeaway at (949) 298-2905. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
11 min
1938
Mike Raffensperger: Chief Marketing Officer of ...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mike Raffensperger, Chief Marketing Officer of FanDuel, shares his insights on:[5:06] How his experience working at Amazon helped give him an understanding of the digital advertising marketplace[8:03] Why you need to be telling an impactful story with your content that also improves your audience’s experience[10:35] Why he believes that FanDuel is one of the best “second screen” experiences in the world for sports fans[13:19] How the growth of legal sports betting has changed the way that fans consume sports content
22 min
1939
What You Can Accomplish In 5 Minutes With Gary ...
Hi everyone! Today's episode is a really short one but I wanted to show all of you just how much can be accomplished in a quick five minute meeting. This was my favorite five minutes from the Super Bowl, I sat down to learn from my mentor/mentee and good friend Gary Vaynerchuk.
4 min
1940
Trevor Pryce: Owner of The Outlook Company | #T...
Trevor Pryce, Owner of The Outlook Company (OVFX), shares the story of how a trip to a movie lot to sign a contract has led him to chase his creative passions, including writing and producing. Trevor talks about some of the ways that he leads his team of creatives by example, and why he’s a big believer in “competing to create”.  Pryce and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about why Trevor decided to start OVFX in Baltimore, their approaches to being tough on employees that you care about, and the anxieties associated with being a first-time entrepreneur. The pair also converse about why it is nearly impossible to prioritize more than three things at a time. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
21 min
1941
Zack Weiner: President and Co-Founder of Overti...
Zack Weiner, President and Co-Founder of Overtime, discusses the changing preferences of today’s young sports fans and how Overtime caters its content to the next generation. Weiner also talks about the origins of the company and how the startup he launched in college prepared him to solve some of the problems in the sports media market that Overtime addresses. Weiner and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including the importance of testing an idea in the market before working to scale it, why Zack tries to give potential investors what he calls “greedy eyes”, and how to take an unselfish approach to raising capital. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
19 min
1942
The Easiest Way To Increase Your Sales
Hey everyone, today's episode is something a little different. I'm giving you guys almost 2 hours of some of the best pragmatic sales advice I've ever given. If you liked the extended episode, let me know and text me what your biggest takeaway was from today's episode at (949) 298-2905. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
104 min
1943
Jorge Masvidal: UFC Fighter and BMF Titleholder...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jorge Masvidal, UFC fighter and BMF titleholder, chats about:[3:54] How he made all of his 2019 plans into reality, including winning Fighter of the Year [7:29] Why he draws inspiration from seeing his mother putting together necklaces in the middle of the night as a child[10:27] His simple equation for success and why consistency is so crucial in order to perform your best  [16:18] How he did his homework on profit margins in the liquor industry before launching his El Recuerdo Mezcal brand
19 min
1944
Life Is All About Lessons
Life is all about lessons, and you are going to forget every lesson you have ever learned. Luckily, you have the ability to remember each lesson at anytime. What have been some of your most valuable lessons yet? Text them to me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know what your biggest takeaway was from todays episode. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
37 min
1945
Mikael Brandrup: Visual Artist and Entrepreneur...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mikael Brandrup, visual artist, graphic designer, and entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on:[1:03] Why he felt trapped while running a design agency at age 23[6:38] How the “viral” reaction to the first art piece he shared online helped to inspire him to keep going[7:00] His mission to solve the struggle that many artists face in monetizing their passion [21:00] Why his best advice for aspiring artists to help establish their brand is asking others for help
23 min
1946
The Easiest Way To Keep Your Clients
Today's episode is from a meetup I held in San Diego. I talk about guaranteeing value, and how it is the easiest way for you to keep your clients. When you get a client, your number one goal should be to keep that client, and the easiest way to achieve that is by guaranteeing them value.Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
7 min
1947
Matt Lombardi and Kevin Moran: Co-Founders beam...
Matt Lombardi and Kevin Moran, co-founders of the CBD company beam, chat about how they discovered CBD due to their injury-shortened athletic careers and what sets their products apart from competitors in the space.Lombardi, Moran, and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics including the stresses that come along with raising capital for a startup, how to stand out from a branding perspective, and why entrepreneurship can be a lonely endeavor. The trio also share their thoughts on the benefits of being a former athlete from a mindset standpoint, as well as how they’ve leveraged their relationships in the sports industry.
23 min
1948
The Power of Your Perception
I forget the lesson of gratitude a lot, almost every day, but this life is all about lessons. You are going to forget every lesson you've ever learned, but you have the ability to remember them at any time. Controlling your perception with a lens of gratitude will lead to freedom. Nobody will ever affect you. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
8 min
1949
Don't Worry About The Next Big Platform
Stop worrying about what the next big platform is. Shift your attention and intention on creating good content and consistently uploading everyday. Capture, amplify and perpetuate. Find your frequency and watch your audience grow. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
9 min
1950
Nick Keller: Founder and CEO of Benchmark | #Th...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nick Keller, Founder and CEO of Benchmark, sits down to share his thoughts on:[5:37] Why sports bring together all aspects of society and creates opportunities to solve local and global issues[14:19] How sports can help promote better mental health for anyone who is willing to be vulnerable[20:00] Why he loves hiring people that are autonomous and restless[22:55] How to take advantage of consumers’ changing preferences for businesses that are ethical
31 min