The Playbook: Sports & Entertainment

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Stephanie McMahon, Chief Brand Officer of the WWE, provides insights on: [2:02] - How marketers can “break through the clutter” and better connect to their audience [7:22] - Why she finds antagonists much more entertaining characters than protagonists  [10:35] - How “star power” creates more opportunities for engagement between brands and their fans [13:37] - The o...

There aren’t many Hall of Famers who make the NFL by accident, but Andre Reed shares how he took advantage of the opportunities he was presented with as a young man. Andre and Dave Meltzer delve into what it takes to make it as an athlete entrepreneur and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people in business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Leonard Armato, CEO of Management Plus Enterprises, shares his thoughts on:  [1:53] How to develop a value proposition that will land you clients like Shaq and Ronnie Lott [6:45] What coaching a ten-year-old in basketball taught him about maximizing the potential of others [10:44] How entrepreneurs can set themselves up to be their “best self” each and every day an...

Can you use your platform as an athlete to catapult yourself to great success off the field? Apolo Ohno has been able to utilize the skills that made him an Olympic Champion to find happiness and achievement in other fields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the top skateboard entrepreneurs in Southern California, Greg Lutzka, discusses the ins-and-outs of the extreme sports business with Dave Meltzer. The two discuss the relationship between focus and success, as well as how to recover both physically and mentally from a fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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...

James Krause, UFC welterweight fighter and entrepreneur, shares his approach to combating fear and talks about the mindset that has taken him from the trailer park to the world’s biggest MMA organization. Krause discusses why he views himself as a thinker and not just a fighter, as well as why he views “consequences” as a positive. Krause and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their though...

Damon Wayans Jr., comedian, actor, writer, and co-founder of the app Special Guest, talks about the similarities between the entertainment world and entrepreneurship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Playbook, I have Mike Lee, the light-heavyweight top-ranked boxer and co-founder of Soul CBD. Mike and I discussed the similarities between boxing and entrepreneurship, embracing the pain of entrepreneurship and how Mike’s battle with an auto-immune disease led him to create Soul CBD. Don’t forget to come join me on Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my Free Training, yo...

Former NFL quarterback and entrepreneur Jordan Palmer discusses the lessons that he and his brother learned from his father, including how to balance family life and business. Jordan and host Dave Meltzer cover the art of the business deal and explore the thought that all professional athletes are entrepreneurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Murphy Jensen, Co-founder of WEconnect Health Management, talks about how winning the 1993 French Open Doubles title shined a spotlight on him that he felt unworthy of and how the mantra “I am responsible” aided in his recovery from drug addiction. Murphy Jensen and host of the #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss topics such as why so many people deal with uncomfortability by turning to drugs and...

n this episode of #ThePlaybook, Sue Bird, WNBA championship point guard, talks about: -Getting addicted to the process of winning championships -The impact of her cover of ESPN’s The Body Issue with partner Megan Rapinoe -How she utilizes the offseason to find new passions -Why leaders sometimes need to be selfish for the betterment of their team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, the Legend of the Long Ball, PGA Player John Daly sits down to discuss: -How he leveraged his unorthodox approach to the game and generated unique business opportunities that resonate with fans -The rules he would change to shake up the PGA Champions Tour -How everyone “goes overboard” on something, but few of us are honest enough to admit it - The role obsession p...

Tony Richardson, former NFL fullback and current NFL Legends Community Director, talks about how having the discipline to avoid cutting corners benefits entrepreneurs in the long-term. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Henry Winkler, actor, comedian, author, executive producer, and director, sits down to discuss the most valuable life lessons he’s accrued during his career in entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nico Ali Walsh, Top Rank Fighter & grandson of Muhammad Ali, discusses the blessing and curse that comes from being related to one of boxing’s greatest legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Brenkus, creator and host of ESPN’s Sport Science, shares his thoughts on learning to love what you do and creating consistent habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Devon Kennard, Linebacker for the Arizona Cardinals, shares his thoughts on the meaning of financial freedom, as well as his favorite ways to generate passive income. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carli Lloyd, former American professional soccer player, 2x World Cup Champion, 2x FIFA World Player of Year, Author, and Keynote Speaker, sits down to discuss her core values for living and why consistency is key for unlocking your potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danica Patrick, world-renowned retired race car driver and entrepreneur, shares the secrets to building a successful business and the foundations she used to launch her Danica Rosé Wine. 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 Learn more about your...

Gordon Sr., Gordon Jr., Dan, Chris, Rob, and Glenn Gronkowski joined me to discuss what the Gronk Nation Youth Foundation is doing to back to give back to less fortunate kids who don't have the opportunity or access to resources. We discuss the competitiveness to to help others, and even the reason why Gordon Jr. didn't get in to football like the rest of the brothers. Learn more about your ad cho...

Mike Florio, sportswriter, radio host, television commentator, and creator of ProFootballTalk.com, shares his insights on the root cause of the NFL’s biggest scandals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Flagg, Top Beverly Hills Luxury Real Estate Agent and Star of Million Dollar Listing: LA⁣⁣, sits down to discuss the best ways to build trust with your clients and the role of emotion in sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a flashback to my very first podcast with Gary Vaynerchuk. The two of us discussed how Gary found his "inner workings," and what it means to truly have no expectations of others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryce Paul, lead developer of Marshall Rogan Inu, sits down to discuss the inspiration behind their cryptocurrency project, which supports mixed martial artists around the world as they pursue greatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices