The Playbook With David Meltzer

In this episode, I remind you that your potential is infinite; the problem is the interference you create. The biggest obstacle to your success isn’t outside of you; it’s you. I talk about entitlement, ego, and inconsistency, and why you have to show up every day and pay the rent. It’s not about knowing what to do; it’s about doing it, every day. When you stay aligned, take action, and make adjust...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Les Brown to talk about building a legacy that outlives you through storytelling, service, and teaching others to carry the mission forward. We discuss why success without successors falls short, how to stay driven after reaching the top, and the importance of a compelling why. Les shares lessons from overcoming stage four cancer, navigating new levels and new d...

In today’s episode, I answer questions on building real partnerships without locking yourself into rigid agreements that fall apart when circumstances change. I break down how to align skills, timing, and risk tolerance so you can make smarter decisions without regret. I also share how understanding perceived value versus your true bottom line can shift every negotiation in your favor. From quick...

In today’s episode, I talk with Blaine Bartlett about what it really means to live in flow instead of chasing results. We break down how clarity, humility, awareness, and intention help create alignment, and why happiness is found in the pursuit itself. I share why so much of our exhaustion comes from interference like worry, frustration, and attachment to outcomes, while Blaine uses the metaphor...

In today’s episode, I answer live audience questions about the tension between ambition and surrender, and how to stop wasting energy on what pulls us off course. I talk about why time matters so much, how to balance business, family, faith, health, and finances, and what it means to stay aligned in both the human experience and the infinite. I also share my thoughts on spotting toxicity, asking u...

In today’s episode, I break down what it really means to do more with less by designing better systems instead of pushing harder. I share how efficiency comes from eliminating friction through automation, delegation, and intentional focus, even in the smallest daily habits. I walk through why fixing the whole system matters more than reacting to symptoms, and how culture is built through what we r...

In today’s episode, I talk about why great opportunities show up far outside your assigned industry, and how business becomes easier when you stop thinking in narrow categories. I share what I’m building next, from a book centered on my five daily practices to a TV concept focused on giving promising entrepreneurs a real second chance. I also talk about handling rejection, staying persistent, and...

In this episode, I remind you that giving doesn’t take away; it expands you. When you give with intention, you increase your capacity to receive and put yourself in the flow of more. I talk about why you have to give first, and how scarcity interferes with everything you want. What you give, time, energy, and encouragement is exactly what you strengthen in your life. When you shift from not enough...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Cindy Eckert, an entrepreneur whose journey redefines what it means to know your worth. From turning down a $900 million offer to ultimately closing a billion-dollar exit, Cindy shares how she separated perceived value from true bottom line. We talk about structuring deals the right way, how she regained her company for $1, and the lessons learned from that proc...

In today’s episode, I join Brad Banyas on the SaltyMF GOAT Podcast for a conversation about bold decisions, clear values, and refusing to let other people limit your vision. I talk about naming a book in a way people remember, how negativity and criticism can become fuel, and why a one star review helped create momentum instead of stopping me. We also get into building a community of leaders, not...

In today’s episode, I talk with Hamed Mazrouei, founder and CEO of Milagro, about navigating the emotional highs and lows of entrepreneurship. I share how non-negotiable habits like sleep, health, family, and time management create stability, even when everything else feels chaotic. We discuss shortening the “distance of resistance,” learning to manage reactions to setbacks, and why aligning minds...

In today’s episode, I sit down with former basketball prodigy Schea Cotton to talk about Manchild , the documentary built around his rise, setbacks, and everything he learned along the way. We get into how being labeled “the next big thing” can distort your mindset, why mentorship matters when praise gets loud, and how faith, family, and resilience shape long-term success. Schea opens up about men...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Carlo Blanco, who works with high-level leaders to eliminate stress at its root and restore clarity under pressure. We talk about how mindset shapes success, why happiness is not something you earn later, and how uncertainty fuels anxiety in a world flooded with information. I share how I lost everything while chasing the wrong identity, and what it took to...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr Alexander, CEO and co-founder of CoreViva, to talk about the power of early detection and why most healthcare is still reactive instead of proactive. We get into how full body MRIs are catching serious conditions before symptoms appear, including dozens of early-stage cancers, and why timing can be the difference between a simple fix and a life-altering diagn...

In this episode, I remind you that the principles from Think and Grow Rich are just as relevant today. What you think, say, do, believe, and feel matters—and it shows up in your results. I talk about gratitude, letting go of ego, and why you can’t let outside voices determine your happiness. In business, it’s not about transactions—it’s about relationships, trust, and consistent value. When you gi...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Gurudev to talk about absolute intelligence and how it shapes the way we think, feel, and perform. We explore the idea that human intelligence is part of a larger universal consciousness, and how intuition plays a role in accessing it. Through conversations on meditation, breathwork, and mental hygiene, we break down practical ways to build resilience, increase...

In today’s episode, I sit down with James Maslow and special guest Tai Emery, a former electrician turned Muay Thai fighter and global combat sports personality. We talk about what it takes to pursue an unconventional path, from working male-dominated job sites to fighting for a living. Tai shares how adversity, discipline, and survival instincts shaped her mindset, while we connect those lessons...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Tim Kennedy, bestselling author of Scars and Stripes , along with being a Green Beret, UFC fighter, and entrepreneur, to talk about prioritization, purpose, and turning pain into fuel. We break down how he structures his time, why he refuses to ever say “I know,” and how constant learning shapes everything he does. Tim shares how trauma, failure, and physical ha...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Christian LeFer, founder and CEO of InstantNonprofit, who has helped launch nearly 5,000 nonprofits by removing the friction that stops people from acting on their purpose. We talk about why so many well-intentioned founders quit, how time and uncertainty kill momentum, and how he reduced a 50-hour process into something that can take under 30 minutes. Christian...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of Be Yourself at Work , to talk about emotional awareness and what it really means to show up authentically. We discuss why feelings should be treated as information instead of identity, and how recognizing them quickly can improve clarity and action. Claude shares the moment that helped her break pattern...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Asi Wind, an award-winning magician and mentalist, to talk about what makes magic feel real even when the outcome is already set. We get into how suspense is created, why uncertainty is the key to connection, and how knowledge can actually change your experience of wonder. Asi shares stories from live performances where unexpected moments created something unfor...

In this episode, I remind you that true momentum isn’t built in big moments—it’s built in consistency. It’s about showing up every day and not breaking the chain. I share why small actions compound and how managing your energy keeps you consistent. Most importantly, momentum doesn’t come from motivation—it comes from identity. You show up because of who you believe you are. When you stay consisten...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Andrew Wilson to talk about faith, gratitude, frequency, and the long road back after losing everything. I share how my mom and my wife helped me stay grounded when I went bankrupt after losing over $100 million, and how that season reshaped my values, my daily practices, and my purpose. We talk about the difference between discipline and devotion, the power of...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Josh Newman, founder and managing partner at Clatter, to talk about turning zero to one into a competitive advantage. We get into how automation transforms disorganized marketing assets into fast, usable outputs while still protecting brand and compliance. Josh explains why his team focuses on using AI for intelligence and search instead of generation, and how g...

In today’s episode, I break down why most people quit and how it has nothing to do with talent. I talk about how slow progress, discomfort, and uncertainty get misread as failure when they are actually signs of growth. I explain why comparing your beginning to someone else’s middle creates unnecessary pressure, and how overthinking leads to inaction. We also get into the illusion of control, and w...