We've got another episode in the Road to Revenue series! Today's episode is an hour long coaching session and live Q&A that I hosted on Friday for my Free Weekly Trainings. I answered as many questions as I could and even took some live questions on Clubhouse. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! Click here to follow the...
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Today's episode is a rapid fire coaching session I did with my two favorite coaching clients, Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri of Next Level University. The three of of discussed, how to raise your awareness to understand the past, present, and future. We also talked about the reason why people don't like being wrong, and how to invest in your future by investing in your past. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 a...
Mar 28, 2021•13 min
Ed Karr, Chairman of U.S. Gold Corp, shares his thoughts on what attracted him to the gold exploration sector, as well as how technological advancements and new tools have impacted the industry in recent years. Karr and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including why the seasons impact gold prices, how U.S. Gold Corp determines whether a mining project makes sense, and their thoughts on the increasing popularity of speculative assets like Bitcoin. The pair also ...
Mar 27, 2021•20 min
If someone asked you what you did to make money could you answer it? If you can't quickly answer what you are doing to make money then that is your #1 issue. Focus on providing $100 worth of value, and only ask for $20 in return, and guarantee it! If you provide value, the revenue will come. If you want me to answer your question on the podcast, tweet me @davidmeltzer, or email me a video of you asking me a question at david@dmeltzer.com and I will answer it for a future episode! Come ask me que...
Mar 26, 2021•4 min
Today's episode is from my new TV Show, “2 Minute Drill.” It is the first "Pitch Only" show with four contestants competing for over $50,000 of cash and prizes. Joining me today are Will Ford, the President and Co-founder of Launchboom, and Rory Cutaia, the CEO of Verb Technologies. You’ll hear four pitches and feedback from the three of us and in the end, Rory will determine the winner. You can watch 2 Minute Drill on Fridays at 8:30 pm PST on Bloomberg TV and on Amazon Prime Video. Come ask me...
Mar 26, 2021•24 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Bryan Leach, Founder, and CEO of Ibotta, shares his thoughts on: [4:04] - The chance observation on an airplane that led to him starting Ibotta [6:30] - Why starting a company is one of the most humbling experiences that you can have [10:45] - Why it’s essential for entrepreneurs to be willing to “show up and fight” for their dreams [16:17] - How being the jersey patch partner for the NBA’s New Orleans Pelicans helps Ibotta to build trust in the brand
Mar 25, 2021•23 min
Today's episode is from my appearance on The SimplyBe. Podcast With Jessica Zweig. Jessica and I are going to discuss: what spirituality actually means, your self worth vs. your net worth, and the relationship between money, and faith, and how you can blend the two together. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join!
Mar 24, 2021•42 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Kevin Jones, CEO of Blue Wire, shares insights on: [1:06] - How his experience working in radio helped to prepare him for the “audio revolution” [3:41] - Why finding the right niche for yourself is key to connecting with a podcast audience over time [10:06] - How to grow your audience when it seems like you’re stuck [16:56] - The future of content and how it might be changed by a pair of glasses
Mar 23, 2021•23 min
What is the difference or variance between an inventor, entrepreneur and innovator? Inventors are those who create new products. Entrepreneurs create companies around the products or ideas of others and are focused primarily on building shareholder value. Innovators are those who create new ideas or ways of doing things. An innovator is someone who takes action or makes a dream into reality. An entrepreneur is someone who monetizes innovation. Know that you don’t have to be the innovator to be a...
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 4 min
I was recently joined by comedian, Chris Distefano on Instagram Live. I had so much fun talking with Chris that I wanted to share the conversation with all of you. The two of us are going to discuss how studying history will help you predict the future, how Paul Revere was really just running a viral marketing campaign, and the reason why you shouldn't care what people think about you. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite part of today's episode and let me know if you want more casual conversati...
Mar 21, 2021•22 min
Rob MacLean, CEO and Cofounder of Points International, talks about how his team has been able to adapt to the remote working environment while staying efficient, as well as the “simple combination” of three traits he looks for when hiring someone. MacLean and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thoughts on a range of subjects including the difference between building a business and building a company, how the younger generation’s values about flexibility differ, and why Points Inte...
Mar 20, 2021•21 min
Today's episode is from my new hit TV series, “2 Minute Drill.” It is the first "Pitch Only" show with four contestants competing for over $50,000 of cash and prizes. Joining me today are Eric Ly, Founder & CEO of Hub Founder and Rory Cutaia, the CEO of Verb Technologies. You’ll hear four pitches and feedback from the three of us, and in the end, Rory will determine who had the best pitch. You can watch 2 Minute Drill on Fridays at 8:30 pm PST on Bloomberg TV and you can watch at any time on...
Mar 19, 2021•24 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jay Bilas, College Basketball Analyst for ESPN, discusses: [1:00] - How his best memories tend to come from the most difficult situations he experiences [6:12] - Why there isn’t a level playing field in college sports and how it can be changed [15:00] - His research process for each NBA Draft (and how he prepares to be wrong) [18:43] - Why he doesn’t let emotions affect his analysis of sports
Mar 18, 2021•24 min
The last year has affected all of us, including my own team. Last March, I had to stand in front of a conference room full of my employees that I consider family, and convince them that this was going to be a huge opportunity. We were about to enter a time of accelerated change, and the only thing that we had to do as a group was to understand that we had control of our mindset, our heartset, and implement and execute our skills, knowledge, and desire on what was going well and what will go well...
Mar 17, 2021•18 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Cliff Obrecht, Cofounder and COO of Canva, shares his thoughts on: [:51] - How his wife and cofounder was able to identify some of the shortcomings of the traditional way of doing graphic design [5:04] - Why it is important to view your free products as a marketing channel [7:28] - How not wanting to “work with d*ckheads” led to Canva being one of Australia’s top places to work [17:00] - The cofounders’ simple two-step plan for the future of Canva
Mar 16, 2021•21 min
“Yes” is typically easy to say and easy to hear in business. “No”... isn’t. Many of us struggle with hearing or saying “No” to other people, whether out of ego or a need to please others. But when we understand the times that “no” is most essential, we are better prepared to improve our business as well as our relationships with others. There are three ways to utilize “No”: 1. Saying “No” I used to be a person who always said yes. People took advantage of that. Now that I've realized the strain ...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr
Today’s episode is from my appearance on The Kelly Cardenas Podcast. Kelly and I are going to discuss, the turning points that changed my life, the moments that make me pinch myself, and the best advice I would give to our children. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! I'll send you a copy of my book and pay for shipping!
Mar 14, 2021•38 min
Craig Newmark, Founder of Craigslist and Craig Newmark Philanthropies, sits down to share the story of Craigslists’ origins as a mailing list amongst friends and subsequent evolution, as well as how the lessons he learned as a kid in Sunday School apply to the work that he is doing today as a philanthropist. Newmark and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of subjects including the relationship between works of fiction and the development of technology, why being a “nerd” ta...
Mar 13, 2021•23 min
Today's episode is from my new TV Show, “2 Minute Drill.” It is the first "Pitch Only" show with four contestants competing for over $50,000 of cash and prizes. Joining me today are Adam Robinson, Founder & CEO of GetEmails, and Rory Cutaia, the CEO of Verb Technologies. You’ll hear four pitches and feedback from the three of us, and in the end, Rory will determine who had the best pitch. You can watch 2 Minute Drill on Fridays at 8:30 pm PST on Bloomberg TV and you can watch at any time on ...
Mar 12, 2021•24 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mark Frohnmayer, Founder and President of Arcimoto (NASDAQ: FUV), sits down to discuss: [2:00] - The biggest hurdles faced in bringing a vehicle to market [3:16] - Why it took them eight different iterations to finally land on the right product [10:06] - How they’ve been able to build a lightweight, stable, and safe three-wheeled vehicle with their FUV [15:26] - His thoughts on the future of transportation and where Arcimoto fits in
Mar 11, 2021•21 min
Today's episode is from a speech I gave to Erik Van Horn's Franchise Tribe last month. I'm going to go over the common denominator for all successful people, how to take control of your mindset and escape a victim's mindset, and what the most important thing I try to teach my kids is. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! I'l...
Mar 10, 2021•39 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Martin Braithwaite, Forward for FC Barcelona and Cofounder at NYCE Companies, shares his thoughts on: [:57] - How a leg injury when he was younger led him on a path of self-exploration [7:10] - Why separating yourself from your pride helps you to learn lessons easier [10:06] - How to use affirmations to help create more positive inner conversations [13:40] - Why being obsessed with a goal correlates with achievement
Mar 09, 2021•20 min
Be a courageous leader who illuminates flaws instead of hiding them. The ability to be vulnerable is such an important aspect of life that I switched the two words sitting on my nightstand from "Thank You" to "Radical Humility," as a reminder to be humble and allow myself to be vulnerable. And it's not simply being vulnerable as a person at home with your family; it is essential to also be vulnerable as a leader in business. Vulnerability is simply the courage to be yourself, "warts and all," a ...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 1 min
These are the 5 things that you need to teach your kids: Your kids live through you not for you Empower them to be healthy Empower them to be happy Teach them to love themselves Inspire them to appreciate themselves Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! I'll send you a copy of my book and pay for shipping!
Mar 07, 2021•3 min
David Carpenter, speaker, life coach, and sales executive for American Income Life Insurance Company, sits down to discuss why patience is so essential for entrepreneurs from all walks of life, as well as his best strategies for developing a mindset that pushes you towards your goals. Carpenter and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including how it felt to buy their moms a house, why they define wealth differently than other entrepreneurs, and putting together t...
Mar 06, 2021•22 min
Today's episode is from my new TV Show, “2 Minute Drill.” It is the first "Pitch Only" show with four contestants competing for over $50,000 of cash and prizes. Joining me today are Bradley Tusk, the Founder and CEO of Tusk Ventures, and Rory Cutaia, the CEO of Verb Technologies. You’ll hear four pitches and feedback from the three of us, and in the end, Rory will determine the winner. You can watch 2 Minute Drill on Fridays at 8:30 pm PST on Bloomberg TV and you can watch at any time on Amazon ...
Mar 05, 2021•24 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Gabi Lewis, Co-founder of Magic Spoon, shares his thoughts on: [1:00] - Why even “obvious” ideas still offer the opportunity for entrepreneurs to excel [2:35} - What being a cofounder of a company has taught him about overcoming the objections of others [8:35] - How childhood memories and nostalgia have helped lead to Magic Spoon’s popularity [14:20] - Why being a philosophy major prepared him more to be an entrepreneur than studying economics.
Mar 04, 2021•23 min
Today's episode is from another value filled coaching session with two of my favorite clients, Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri of Next Level University. The three of us are going to discuss the reason why people are afraid of working long, and the reason why it is okay to be a hypocrite. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! ...
Mar 03, 2021•32 min
Thomas Hoffmann, Founder and CEO of Colorado Campworks, shares his thoughts on: [:30] - His thoughts on education as a young entrepreneur whose idea originated while he was in college [2:28] - How the first camper that he built put him on the path of founding Colorado Campworks [5:41] - Why overcoming your fears is essential for anyone founding their own brand [16:48] - How the design of their Nomad NS-1 camper has evolved since the beginning of the pandemic.
Mar 02, 2021•24 min
Hey everyone! We’ve got another edition of our “Road to Revenue” series and today’s episode is an hour-long Q&A session. I answered as many questions as I could on clubhouse and zoom during my weekly Free Training simulcast. I will be answering even more of your questions on Clubhouse every Monday at 3:00 pm PST / 6:00 pm EST. If you are on Clubhouse make sure you're following me @davidmeltzer. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today's episode and come ask me questions live ...
Mar 01, 2021•59 min
