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The Playbook With David Meltzer

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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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Episodes

Jim Huether: CEO of Hyperice | #ThePlaybook 149

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jim Huether, CEO of Hyperice, talks about: [4:57] Some of the “great elements” that led him to take a job with the company and some of the first changes that he made as an executive [7:00] Whether education is a worthwhile investment for aspiring entrepreneurs or not [10:36] His approach to building a strong team and culture while avoiding the “bad seeds” [16:20] How to thrive in challenging environments and why Jim loves going places he hasn’t been before Jim Hu...

Oct 29, 201922 min

The 3 P's to Success: Passion, Purpose & Profitability

This is a quick 10 minute keynote I gave at UCI last year. After living a life profitability, this is the story of finding my passion and purpose. Key Moments: [1:25] I ignored my mom when it came to passion and purpose [3:00] The greatest piece of advice I received from my brother [4:18] When I asked my mom for advice she told me the internet would be a fad [5:45] I made a million dollars 9 months out of law school [7:10] At the age of 34 I had over $100 million dollars and I was completely los...

Oct 28, 201911 min

Nick Chubb: Running Back for the Cleveland Browns | #ThePlaybook 148

Nick Chubb, Cleveland Browns running back, shares his thoughts about some of the differences between college and professional football, as well as his approach to leading by example. Chubb talks about how he’s always met challenges head-on with hard work and preparation and also discusses why some college football games are viewed like “off weeks”. Chubb and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics such as the influence of Nick’s family in the way he approaches his job, not...

Oct 27, 201921 min

My Plan to Make Over a Billion People Happy | Thrive Conference Keynote

Hello everyone! Today's episode is my keynote speech from the Thrive Conference in Las Vegas earlier this summer. Text me your feedback at (949) 298-2905 Key Moments: [0:50] My life's mission [3:27] Don't limit your point of entry [9:10] Receiving two job offers after graduating [16:19] My father's return to my life [25:17] You don't do what you love [30:40] Looking at life with a lens of productivity [ [37:17] Discovering meditation and the impact it had on my quantum shift

Oct 26, 201943 min

The Reason You Feel Stuck

Are you feeling stuck right now? Instead of worrying about the results, start focusing on accelerating and growing. Key Moments: [0:22] Understanding the infinity of time [1:22] What happens to most young entrepreneurs [4:44] Focus on accelerating and growing not where you are [6:02] How people are missing the point of business

Oct 25, 20199 min

Ronnie 2K: Director of Influencer Marketing for NBA 2K | #ThePlaybook 147

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Ronnie “2K” Singh, Director of Influencer Marketing for NBA 2K, talks about: [3:21] What it was like dropping out of Columbia Law School to take a job with a women’s basketball team [8:20] Why you shouldn’t focus on immediate gratification and why you need to look at the long run [11:51] The storytelling challenges that marketers face in traditional sports and esports [14:53] How NBA2K games help retired players like Michael Jordan continue to stay relevant Ronni...

Oct 24, 201924 min

Abundance vs Scarcity | Success in SoCal Podcast

Hello podcast listeners, today's episode is from the Success in SoCal Podcast with Mike DePaul. We covered a wide range of topics from living in abundance, lowering the bar, and what makes Southern California the best place in the world for business. Key Moments: [1:47] Growing up with a scarce mentality [4:48] The first of the three lessons of scarcity that I learned [7:09] The second lesson of scarcity I learned [7:53] The third lesson and the most catalytic event of my life [9:56] Mentoring p...

Oct 23, 201922 min

James Clear: Author of Atomic Habits | #ThePlaybook 146

James Clear, the best-selling author of Atomic Habits, shares insights on the best ways to begin forming a habit, some of the different approaches to behavior modification, and the relationship between our habits and our identity Key Moments: [2:09] Why there are two important strategies to help you start forming a habit [9:28] The importance of seeking out individuals who are 1-3 years ahead of where you are at [10:30] What it takes to have one of your behaviors become an “automatic” action [20...

Oct 22, 201927 min

How to Be More Productive With Your Time

Hi Podcast listeners, today's episode is all about being more productive with your time. Key moments: [1:39] Focusing on availability [2:34] Being twice as productive and working 16 hours a day [3:45] I'm a student of my calendar and I study it with a lens of productivity and accessibility [4:31] If you can do it now you save a minimum of twice as much time [5:42] I limit my phone calls to five minutes and my meetings to 20 minutes.

Oct 21, 20198 min

The 6 Steps to Pitch Your Idea

Today's episode is about the six steps you need to consider when pitching your idea or trying to raise money. Utilizing each of these steps will make it much easier for you to manifest your ideas into reality. Key points: [0:17] Step one: Credibility [1:24] Step two: Emotionally Connect [2:45] Step three: Reasons [3:14] Step four: The Impact [4:46] Step five: The Capabilities [5:24] Step six: Quantitative Value

Oct 20, 20199 min

Ann Hand: CEO of Super League Gaming | #ThePlaybook 145

Ann Hand, CEO at Super League Gaming, talks about her early career, working for “traditional” big enterprise companies in oil and gas before venturing into the startup space, eventually landing as the CEO of the first esports company to trade on Wall Street. Hand and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss how they learned about the vast opportunities in the esports space and explain what esports are to people who don’t understand the appeal of competitive video games. The pair also discuss...

Oct 19, 201924 min

Planting Seeds to Grow Your Business

Your business/brand is just like a harvest, you have to begin by planting seeds and watering it everyday in order for it to grow. Rather than focusing on the outcome, focus on consistent behavior that will allow you to exponentially grow. Key Moments: [0:29] - Doubling strategy [5:33] - "That's how a $50 million dollar business is made" [6:44] - Jeff Bezos started a bookstore with a philosophy of disciples [8:29] - The two biggest deterrents of the ego based conscious are time and value.

Oct 18, 201911 min

Kevin Wulff: Owner of Mitchell & Ness | #ThePlaybook 144

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Kevin Wulff, Owner and Coach of Mitchell & Ness, provides insights on: [2:05] How Phil Knight created such a strong culture at Nike by borrowing the company’s core values from a competitor [7:51] Why managing with courage is essential for the leaders of any business [9:21] How he took Asics to “the next level” as the first non-Japanese CEO [15:15] The true definition of a competitor in business and why Kevin wants one more run at greatness Kevin Wulff, Owner ...

Oct 17, 201919 min

What "Manifestation" Actually Means | Interview on Hyper Conscious Podcast

Hey podcast listeners. Today's episode is from a recent interview with Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros from the Hyper Conscious podcast. Since this is the third time I've been on their show, we were able to dig deeper into a few really interesting topics that I hope you enjoy hearing my perspective on. Key Moments: [3:45] - learn to be accountable [4:21] - what “manifestation” really means [7:50] - everyone’s “why” is the same [9:35] - pain is just a perception [11:20] - learning zone vs anxiety...

Oct 16, 201930 min

David McCourt: Founder and Chairman of Granahan McCourt Capital | #ThePlaybook 143

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, David McCourt, founder and chairman of Granahan McCourt Capital and author of the best-selling book Total Rethink, shares his ideas on: [2:45] Why problems are never solved by shouting [6:45] What it means to “rethink the model” and why today’s business world no longer revolves around incremental change [11:09] How the evolution of the internet is changing the way that people relate to each other and the truth [20:08] The biggest flaw of today’s educational syste...

Oct 15, 20191 hr

Daily Habits Will Make or Break Your Success

Today's episode is from a roundtable talk I hosted at RISE Conference earlier this year in in Hong Kong. I discussed why daily habits will make or break our success and how to get out of our own way to allow it to happen. Key Moments: [1:22] - Asking your network for help [3:40] - Learn to unconditionally give [6:20] - Daily minimums for your habits [8:15] - A healthy activity you can do for the rest of your life [9:11] - Sleep is our most important habit

Oct 14, 201911 min

What I Would Tell My 21-Year-Old Self

Key Moments: 1:45 - the right time to raise money 3:24 - only so many "no's" between you and what you want 4:45 - work/life balance 8:10 - networking through being of service 9:10 - always have one question to ask 11:00 - seeking our parents validation

Oct 13, 201915 min

Jonathan Becher: Co-President of the San Jose Sharks |#ThePlaybook 142

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jonathan Becher, Co-President of the San Jose Sharks, shares his thoughts on: [3:45] Why his personal mantra is “culture eats strategy” [5:36] How the Sharks focus on creating a great end-to-end experience for their attendees [9:02] Why technology cannot be used to solve every problem that sports fans experience [16:30] His best piece of advice for someone who wants to get their first job in the sports industry Jonathan Becher, Co-President of the San Jose Sharks...

Oct 12, 201922 min

No One Is "Busier" Than Anyone Else

I really think you're going to enjoy this episode. This is from an unexpected conversation with a young man who showed up at my office at 8am to ask for advice on how he can accelerate his career and be more productive his time. Key Moments: 0:30 - Two kinds of Accessibility 1:24 - Utilizing your calendar 4:24 - Do it now 6:12 - The cost of procrastination 7:15 - Beating other people with math 9:30 - Why I guarantee the value I provide 12:50 - My goal for social media

Oct 11, 201915 min

Garrain Jones: Transformation Coach and Motivational Speaker | #ThePlaybook 141

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Garrain Jones, transformation coach and motivational speaker, shares his ideas on: [5:38] How his time in a French prison taught him what freedom really means [10:59] His reaction to not getting credit for a #1 hit song he that wrote [12:34] Why he’ll never ask “Can it get any worse?” ever again [18:52] How a positive shift in his mindset empowered him to completely change his life Garrain Jones, who is a transformation coach, author, and motivational speaker, sh...

Oct 10, 201927 min

The Muscle 99% of People Forget To Workout | Blissful Athlete Interview

I loved this conversation I had with Dridha Ananda from Blissful Athlete. We went deep into the spiritual side of my beliefs and why 99% of you are forgetting to work out the most important muscle we have, and why it's the ultimate key to happiness. Key Moments: [1:43] - I'm not busy, I'm productive [3:12] - Everybody is already "woke" [7:50] - Lessons keep coming until we learn them [12:15] - I view myself as a farmer [13:20] - I didn't believe "The Secret" [16:25] - Laws vs Morality [17:23] - ...

Oct 09, 201936 min

Jerry Jones Jr.: Executive Vice President/Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for the Dallas Cowboys | #ThePlaybook 140

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jerry Jones Jr., Executive Vice President/Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for the Dallas Cowboys, shares his ideas on: [2:47] His father’s approach to leveraging the brand of the Dallas Cowboys [9:20] Why making major investments is like “dancing with the devil” and the challenges of building AT&T Stadium [14:38] Why their new business endeavor, Formation, is about brand association and relationship building [18:03] How his father creates an “uneven playing...

Oct 08, 201927 min

1 Minute a Day Can Change Your Life

Humans are creatures of habit. We tend to repeat the same activities over and over. This repetition can work for us -- or against us. It's important to stop and ask yourself: "Are my habits truly helping me do my best work? Or are they setting me up to fail?" Do this and you won’t just have better habits; you'll be habitually successful! Key Moments: [1:30] - Why are obsessions and addictions are hard to break? [3:00] - "Lower The Bar" strategy [5:45] - Healthy is my #1 Habit over family [7:44] ...

Oct 07, 201911 min

Gratitude Is My Super Power

Happy Sunday! There's only one thing that controls our perspective and that's gratitude. Today's episode is a mashups of some of my favorite moments from speeches and meetups over the past few months. Tweet me @davidmeltzer what you're most grateful for. P.S - I'm doing a lot more Q&A meetups, please make sure you text me 1-949-298-2905 to get notified when I'm in your city! Key Moments: [1:10] - Gratitude controls your perspective [3:00] - Appreciate every experience [4:20] - Say "thank you...

Oct 06, 201912 min

MY Greatest Advantage in Sales | Advanced Selling Podcast

Today’s episode is an interview with Bryan Neale (Sales Trainer & NFL Official) on the Advanced Selling Podcast. I shared my perspective on subjective value, growth, the ego, mentorship and how they all contribute to your success in sales. Learn more about Bryan here: https://advancedsellingpodcast.com Key Moments: [2:10] - Busy vs Productivity [4:32] - Perspective dictates subjective value [6:40] - Being aware of your gifts & values [7:50] - Talent isn't enough [8:50] - Why Rocky is my ...

Oct 05, 201920 min

Inside My Decision-Making Process | ENP Institute Keynote

Today's episode takes you inside my decision-making process and provides you with strategies which you can implement to have a superior decision-making process for yourself. Sometimes all it takes to make a decision is to ask someone for help! When we make a decisions that's aligned with our values, there are no failures, just successes. Please text me your feedback and thoughts 1-949-298-2905 Timestamps: [1:09] - Using your values [3:15] - Be more interested than interesting [5:24] - Advice is ...

Oct 04, 201924 min

Trevor Moawad: Co-founder and CEO of Limitless Minds | #ThePlaybook 139

Trevor Moawad, Co-founder and CEO of Limitless Minds, talks about how his focus on education and sports eventually led him to become one of the world’s most sought-after mindset and mental conditioning experts. Trevor shares what he learned from some of his first job experiences in the sports industry, including working for Nick Bollettieri at the IMG Academy and a sports psychology internship. Trevor Moawad and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics such as their educati...

Oct 03, 201923 min

Should You Have a Plan B?

Hey podcast listeners. This is from a talk with college students giving them career advice on pursuing their dream jobs and if they should have a backup plan.

Oct 02, 20198 min

Mike Stud: Hip-Hop Artist | #ThePlaybook 138

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mike Stud, hip hop artist, shares his ideas on: [7:03] - Why he had to change the way that he looked at his goals after blowing out his arm. [10:37] - How he works to avoid letting his ego get the better of him as an artist. [15:05] - His approach to balancing productivity and the party lifestyle. [20:57] - How working with Post Malone helped to shape his creative process.

Oct 01, 201926 min

You're Looking at Growth the Wrong Way

Happy Monday! I'm fired up in this episode because it's something I want every single one of your to understand. Every "overnight success" is the result of years and years in the making by understanding the power of exponential growth and acceleration. Timestamps: [3:05] - Why most people quit [4:30] - How Billionaires are built [5:15] - Putting faith in what you want [6:15] - The more focused you are, the faster you grow [7:10] - Understanding exponential growth [8:35] - Why Me vs Try Me mindse...

Sep 30, 201910 min
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