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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Andy Nguyen: Co-Founder of Afters Ice Cream | #...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Andy Nguyen, Co-Founder of Afters Ice Cream and food entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on:[2:27] The biggest fears he faced dropping out of school to start his first business[3:11] How to build credibility with your clients as a young entrepreneur [8:04] Why he decided to launch an ice cream brand to break into the food industry[12:33] How he analyzes voids, trends, and opportunities in the market
20 min
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Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life
Stop worrying about arranging your furniture and start putting your focus on arranging your mindset. In today's episode we are going to talk about just that and I am going to teach you how to leave a voicemail. Text me what you think and what you want to hear next at (949) 298-2905. Key Moments: [0:28] How to leave voicemail David Meltzer style [2:25] I am continually on my journey [4:00] When you come up with an idea you have a mathematical advantage [5:25] Chang the way you look at things the things you look at change.
6 min
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Marshall Faulk: Hall of Fame Running Back | #Th...
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Marshall Faulk, Pro Football Hall of Fame running back and entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on:[3:42] - The entrepreneurial approach he used to watch New Orleans Saints games as a young man[8:40] - Why looking through Google search results might not be the best way to vet potential business deals[11:25] - Who he believes in the best Rams running back of all time [13:00] - Why hearing that something is “impossible” a challenge he attacks head-on
25 min
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Give Value to Everything
Hi everyone, today's episode is just what you need to start the week off at the highest vibration. Giving everything and everyone value will make you happier and value will always find its way back to you. You never know who your gatekeepers may be. Text me what you want to hear next at (949) 298-2905 Key Moments: [0:45] Take care of you to take care of others [2:15] Gratitude will answer any question for you [5:00] Sleep is the only habit we all do every day [7:46] People are allowing the wrong seeds to grow [11:00] Stop limiting yourself
12 min
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Clear The Connection to What Inspires You
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.
7 min
2156
William Toms and David Silver: Co-Founders of R...
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.
21 min
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Make the Choice to Be Great
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.
5 min
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Jeff Griffin: Transformational Speaker and Auth...
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
39 min
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Activating Your DNA
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.
17 min
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Rachel Webber: Chief Marketing Officer and Pre...
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”
19 min
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Achieving 64 Hours of Productivity a Day
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.
6 min
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Heather Monahan: Best-Selling Author | #ThePlay...
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
22 min
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Malcolm McCassy: Founder of Ethika | #ThePlaybo...
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.
26 min
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Profitability Comes First
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.
15 min
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Tony Richardson: NFL Legends Community Director...
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
22 min
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The Best Jobs are the Ones Nobody is Applying For
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.
7 min
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Paige Spiranac: Golf Influencer | #ThePlaybook 163
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
24 min
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Stop Surrounding Yourself With Bad Music
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
7 min
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Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro: Co-Fouders ...
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.
23 min
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Lower the Bar | Wake Up Wealthy Podcast
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
24 min
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You Need to Know Your Values
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
12 min
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Hakeem Valles: Retired NFL Tight End and Real E...
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
27 min
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Successfully Creating Your Own Brand | Web Summ...
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
9 min
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Randy Jackson: Music Industry Legend | #ThePlay...
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”
25 min
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What Makes a Great Leader
[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.
26 min