On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nicolas Julia, Co-founder & CEO at Sorare, shares his thoughts on: [:47] - How they are able to remove barriers in order to make collectibles more accessible (and more engaging) for fans [4:30] - How Sorare’s platform combines fantasy sports with the sports collectible market [8:00] - The company’s recent Series B round and what it takes to be profitable on Day 1 [11:36] - Why it is so essential to bridge the physical world and the metaverse Tweet me your tak...
Jan 25, 2022•15 min
Today's episode is a coaching session with one of my favorite clients, Shawn Walchef, the founder of Cali BBQ Media. We're going to go over what exactly is a wind-down routine, and how can someone get started creating their own media company. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 Text Me! (949) 298-2905
Jan 24, 2022•32 min
A stable routine is always helpful, which is why having a habit machine is essential for those who are trying to maximize efficiency with their time. Your habit machine, which is simply a system to help you build positive habits, will help you to begin adding more value to your daily routine. The first step is a little counterintuitive to some: lower the bar. Tell yourself, "I'm going to do this a minimum of one minute today, two minutes a day tomorrow." Set the bar low, but continually raise it...
Jan 23, 2022•5 min
John Madsen, Founder of Supra Human and high-performance coach, talks about how he was able to accomplish his dream of making it to the NFL, despite never playing a down of high school football, and the most valuable insights he gained along the way. Madsen and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including what it takes for a coach to bring out the best in their team, the value that comes from controlling your emotional states, as well as why it is so hard for many ...
Jan 22, 2022•21 min
Today's episode is a Flashback to my first time sitting down with Andy Frisella. Andy shared with me his five task rule that he does every single day, and that is the reason why he is so successful. If you enjoyed today's episode, make sure you go back and listen to the full conversation, and make sure you check out my appearance on Andy's show. Let me know if you want to hear more of these Flashback Friday episodes and if you want to see me sit down with Andy Frisella for another episode. Tweet...
Jan 21, 2022•7 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Matt Kalish, Co-Founder & President of DraftKings, shares his thoughts on: [3:13] - Why it took the DraftKings co-founders longer than they expected to get a positive response from VCs [5:48] - How they encourage their team members to “act like an owner” of the company [7:55] - The stabilizing force that has helped DraftKings to deal with new regulations and a changing market [16:52] - What it means to have a team that deeply understands the needs of the cust...
Jan 20, 2022•20 min
What you pay attention to and give intention to creates the coincidences you want in your life. Think about what you want every single day, if you think about what you want every day, you immediately have a mathematical advantage of getting it. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 Text Me! (949) 298-2905
Jan 19, 2022•4 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Rina Hurst, Chief Business Officer at Shipt, chats about: [4:52] - Why your company should be representative of the communities that you serve [6:55] - How personalization creates an even better connection between you and your customers [11:09] - The “smartest move” that Shipt has ever made and how it’s impacted the business since [13:00] - How Shipt’s 3 Ring Strategy helps to guide their expansion
Jan 18, 2022•18 min
Studying human nature is an essential part of life, as human nature is something that never changes. One of my favorite pieces of literature that discusses this comes from ancient Sanskrit, and it lays out the twelve rules that apply to all of our lives, no matter who you are and where you live. Understanding these rules will help you to identify resistance in your life and then push past it. Sanskrit’s 12 Lessons of Life 1. You will receive a body – Part of being human is being born into a huma...
Jan 17, 2022•32 min
One of the biggest keys for any business leader comes from an understanding of the ego and how it tends to put us on a trajectory in the wrong direction. Ego Edges Goodness Out of your life. Why? The ego has illusionary needs, which can create a waste of your time and energy. The ego also has the need to be right or to be offended. It can cause you to feel a need to be separate, inferior, or superior. Ego can cause fear, guilt, or shame. It will have you searching for recognition for your achiev...
Jan 16, 2022•3 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Ricky Williams, Legendary Running Back, Founder and President of Highsman, sits down to discuss: [2:35] - His belief that we are all born with the potential for excellence [8:24] - Why entrepreneurs must open their mind in order to receive “subtle information” from the Universe [12:07] - How his faith plays a crucial role in the way he sees the world [14:08] - Why people are conditioned to “create through conflict” and why we need to break that conditioning...
Jan 15, 2022•24 min
Today's episode is a flashback to my conversation with John Paul DeJoria, the Cofounder of Patron and Paul Mitchell. We are going to talk about the #1 trait of a good salesman and the greatest lesson he learned from being homeless and selling encyclopedias. Let me know if you want to hear more of these Flashback Friday episodes and if you want to see me sit down with John Paul DeJoria for another episode. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign...
Jan 14, 2022•5 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Daniel Weissland, President of Audi of America, shares his thoughts on: [1:10] - Why inclusivity should be a part of the foundation of your business [6:34] - How their flexible and customer-centric approach has helped Audi adapt to come of the changes brought on by the pandemic [12:18] - Why he believes that the future of transportation is electric (and autonomous) [15:22] - The reason that Audi works to inspire people by challenging what’s possible
Jan 13, 2022•18 min
An analogy I like to use to explain this is a blade of grass pushing through the soil to enjoy everything the sun has to offer. The fragile bit of grass is beneath tons of soil and stone. It doesn't know if it is getting nearer to the surface and the sun, it only knows the direction it must keep pushing. Not until the instant it breaks through the cold soil into the light does it know the effort will be rewarded. A blade of grass, of course, doesn't suffer from the doubt and second thoughts that...
Jan 12, 2022•4 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Daymond John, the Founder, President, and CEO of FUBU, and investor on Shark Tank, sits down to discuss: [1:42] - When he realized that he could change the world by being an entrepreneur [5:15] - The single biggest takeaway he’s had from his time on Shark Tank and why it changed his approach to business. [8:15] - Why an entrepreneur’s personal brand is critical to attracting the right people and deals [13:22] - The question that his mother asked him which opened ...
Jan 11, 2022•23 min
If you want your own copy of the Overlap Agreement, just email me david@dmeltzer.com What you will receive: Learn How To Build & Leverage Relationships: Use the included script to expand your relationship capital and streams of revenue without feeling pushy, awkward or uncomfortable in the slightest. A 'Fill-The-Blank' Template: That you can use to send your first water-tight referral agreement in just minutes, along with followup guidelines to maintain transparency and alignment with all pa...
Jan 10, 2022•30 min
Look at the frequency held within your own ideas, find that frequency yourself, then test it out with others to confirm you are aligned. Strong brands are built by those who understand that “I am,” instead of those who listen to others who say, “You are” or “You aren’t.” The people who live in the realm of “You are” have trouble finding a frequency, and I see it all the time with products, solutions, and services. You’re asking for trouble, limiting yourself and your brand, when you start listen...
Jan 09, 2022•5 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, TJ Adeshola, Head of US Sports Partnerships at Twitter, sits down to discuss: [2:05] - The “three things” that have helped him to find success in social media and sports business [5:03] - How leagues like the NBA are trying to innovate and democratize their game [5:55] - His favorite part of new partnerships and what it takes to surprise sports fans [15:08] - Why he wholeheartedly believes that sports are “bigger than the box score” Tweet me your takeaway from to...
Jan 08, 2022•20 min
Today's episode is a flashback to my first episode with Ryan Serhant from Million Dollar Listing New York. We are going to discuss his three tips to help you close more sales. Let me know if you want to hear more of these Flashback Friday episodes and if you want to see me sit down with Ryan for another episode. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 Text Me! (949) 298-...
Jan 07, 2022•5 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Brandon Copeland, NFL Linebacker, Ivy League Professor, Advisor, and Consultant, shares his insights on: [4:07] - What inspires him to promote financial literacy for younger generations [7:55] - How teaching a class at Penn has become a rallying cry for him to bring awareness to real-life problems that people are facing [10:55] - The one moment on the football field that inspired him to play college football in the Ivy League [14:54] - How his podcast Money Music...
Jan 06, 2022•19 min
Time in business is directly related to two things: your productivity and your accessibility. The best way to "bend" or maximize time is to be a student of your calendar. Now, most people think this simply means you need to look at your calendar at least twice a day. In actuality, there are three things to focus on when analyzing your calendar: Study the things you have planned for the day. Look to create efficiencies with your habits. For example, I have a 5/20 Rule, where I try to schedule fiv...
Jan 05, 2022•3 min
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jill Sinclair, Founder, Speaker, Biz Coach, Mentor, Author, and TV Personality, shares her thoughts on: [1:16] - How she defines being a “hustler sophisticate” [4:15] - Why being highly intentional is the secret ingredient for attracting the right people to you [12:14] - The reasons she says that motivation is a myth and can be an impediment to taking action [15:16] - How to ask the right questions in order to serve your clients in the most optimal way Tweet me y...
Jan 04, 2022•20 min
Today's episode is the Q&A portion to my New Year's Training from last Friday. If you haven't already, make sure you go listen to that episode to learn why you need to stop setting New Years Resolutions, and try setting "New Day Resolutions" in 2022. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 Text Me! (949) 298-2905
Jan 03, 2022•29 min
Ryan DeLuca, CEO and Co-Founder at Black Box VR, talks about how his experience creating bodybuilding.com informed his approach in launching the world’s first virtual reality gym experience, as well as why the combination of video games and fitness can drastically improve people’s habits. DeLuca and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thoughts on a wide range of subjects including the biggest secret for fitness success, the biggest challenges that come with being a solopreneur, and ...
Jan 02, 2022•21 min
To be candid, I have never been a fan of “New Year’s Resolutions”, as I believe they create more resistance towards achieving your short-term and long-term goals. We need to be consistent and persistent in pursuit of our potential, which is why I prefer to set New Day Resolutions instead. Rather than a year-long approach, taking things day by day allows us to build coherence. The lesson of coherence has two simple parts: remember to do something, and actually do it. By setting New Day Resolution...
Jan 01, 2022•29 min
Welcome to Office Hours, hosted by Legendary Sports Executive, Entrepreneur, and Investor, David Meltzer. Where the brightest millionaires, billionaires, and entrepreneurs, in business, sports, and entertainment get together to talk about success, failure, and everything in between. Take a deep dive into the mind of some of the world’s most impactful guests to share their strategies and tools to dominate their respective fields. My co-hosts for today’s episode are Mike Mumola, founding partner a...
Dec 31, 2021•51 min
I asked my team to come up with some questions that they were curious about over the last year. This was the best year of my life and that's because there was so much change, so much to be grateful for, and so many lessons I learnt. These were 12 of the biggest lessons I learned in 2021 and I even gave some predictions for 2022. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 Te...
Dec 29, 2021•12 min
On this episode, of #ThePlaybook, Marc Randolph, Co-founder and the first CEO of Netflix, sits down to discuss: [5:38] - The decision to try and combine forces with Blockbuster and why it failed [7:46] - How to properly handle being told “that will never work” [9:43] - Why breakthroughs in business are exactly like geologic change [15:01] - The reason he says all ideas are bad (and why you should not hesitate to try and figure it out anyway) Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmelt...
Dec 28, 2021•18 min
The holidays are a time for giving, any many of us experience issues with giving, receiving, (or both). But, if you take the time to look a little deeper at your attitudes toward abundance and scarcity, you’re likely to shift your perspective. This is a “season of giving”, but there is a scientific basis for the importance of paying it forward, as well. When you give to others, “feel-good” chemicals are released in your brain, as well as that of the person you are giving to. Not only that, but a...
Dec 27, 2021•24 min
Brian Bogert, Owner and President of the Brian Bogert Companies, shares some of the most valuable lessons he’s learned from turning a coaching and speaking “side hustle” into a full-time business, as well as strategies for confronting fears (like leaving your corporate job). Bogert and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a wide array of topics including how to recover when you feel that you’ve lost touch with yourself, dealing with your most common emotional triggers, and how entrepr...
Dec 26, 2021•27 min
