The Playbook With David Meltzer

On today's episode, I meet with Rene Rodriguez, Bestselling Author and Keynote Speaker. We discuss the importance of a company’s brand image and how to craft it. Rene speaks about the importance of effective communication in brand marketing and creating a story that inspires. We discuss the importance of authenticity and credibility when trying to influence customers or stakeholders in a brand. I...

In this episode, I hosted a Q&A meetup with my community in Chicago. I answered questions on various topics related to relationships, personal growth, and success. I share insights on handling disagreements with business partners, emphasizing the importance of values, accountability, and effective communication. I also talk about the significance of surrounding oneself with like-minded individ...

Today’s episode is a conversation with Ken Kamada, CEO of aboutGOLF Simulators. I speak about my past experience owning a golf course and representing golfers. Ken talks about how moving to Seattle and how a humble paper route began his fiery entrepreneurial spirit. Together, we delve deep into the soulful essence of golf and explore how simulators are revolutionizing connections in the sport worl...

In this episode, I speak with Mark Salzberg, Chairman at NGC and Senior Grading Finalizer, about the growing collectible market. Mark and I speak about the prices realized in the market and how it has become a preferred asset class to collect and feel comfortable about. Mark explains the role of AI, databases, grading, and authentication in the space and how AI will significantly remove backlogs i...

In this episode, I sit down with motivational speaker James Dixon. We talk about being humble and kind. James tells his story of being an amputee and how he learned to be happy again. I mention how it's important to find your own purpose and not wait for others to define it for you. We discuss the value of learning and how knowledge stays with you. I also talk about wanting approval from family an...

During today’s training session, you’ll learn how to change and redirect your “bag of beliefs”, so that you create the most acceleration towards your goals and dreams. From identifying the fears of the past to instituting the five daily practices, you’ll discover your ultimate control over your beliefs and how to use your mindset to your advantage. To join future Free Friday Training sessions, reg...

In this episode, I’m on the Money Buys Happiness Podcast. I talk about how my mother instilled kindness in me and how that inspired the way that I work today. I talk about how Gary Vee informed and inspired me to build my own personal brand to expand my mission of making money, helping people, and having a lot of fun. I emphasizes the importance of thinking big and setting larger goals. See Privac...

Today’s episode is from a Q&A I did on Entre with CEO & Founder, Michael Marra. The conversation focuses heavily on building a community and the steps I’ve taken over the last 10 years. We also focus on what platforms I’m bullish on right now, and what you should be doing right now if you’re building a brand or community. We talk about my experience so far with Threads and what creators ne...

Today’s episode is from a talk I gave to the Medtronic sales team. We dive into why gratitude is more than just a buzzword and how sharing knowledge isn’t just good for others, but for you too. I share a real story about my mom's journey and although we didn’t have very much, she had an abundant mindset of “more than enough” and how that impacted my perspective. Plus, we tackle the thin line betwe...

In this episode of The Playbook, I sit down with Scott LaPorta and Payton White, CEO and Director of Marketing of Sugarfina. We talk about Scott acquiring the Sugarfina brand, the cult following they’ve built, and the existing collaboration opportunities with the brand today. Scott talks about the importance of structuring a deal correctly and what they learned from operating during the pandemic....

Today’s episode is from a conversation with Josh Luber, co-founder of StockX, zerocool, Servinity, Tech Experts, and ShopTurntable. We discuss the financial return of collectibles and how marketing is used to create hype for the products. Josh and I speak about one of his most recent ventures, zerocool, and how it’s reshaping the card industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C...

In this episode of The Playbook, I sit down with Van Carlson, Founder & CEO at SRA, who shares how his company aids small businesses in managing risks using tools like the 831b tax strategy. Van and I reflect on how we achieved what we have and where we came from. to discuss key business strategies. Van recalls his journey to becoming a successful business owner and underlines that knowing the...

During today’s training session, you’ll discover how to break free from comfort zones, cultivate a mindset to help navigate life's challenges, and the steps you need to set yourself up for a future brimming with limitless possibilities. To join future Free Friday Training sessions, register at: https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

In this interview on the “On Leadership” podcast with Scott Jefferey Miller, I speak about my journey to success, my losses, and my redemption from loss and scarcity. I talk about the importance of abundance in sales and life and how to build an abundance mindset. I also talk about his process of vetting clients and consistently providing value that exceeds their expectations. We conclude by discu...

In this Q&A on the Entre App, Michael Marra, CEO and Founder of Entre, and I speak about the importance of building your own community. I talk about my experience with Gary Vaynerchuck and the advice that he gave me to get started building a community through podcasts and social media. We talk about the difference between how to build a community now versus what it was ten years ago. I explain...

Today’s episode is an interview from the "Digital Social Hour Podcast” with Sean Kelly. We discussed how I worked on the world’s first Smartphone, from being the CEO of Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment, to eventually losing everything in 2008. We dive deep into the invaluable lessons these experiences taught me and my dedication to guiding others toward a mindset of "enough". I emphasize...

David Meltzer and Scott Jeffrey Miller, author of 'WSJ Bestselling Author and Host of the World's Largest Weekly Leadership Podcast,’ discusses leadership and mentorship. They talk about how leader, teacher, and coach roles can change based on the mentee's goals. They also discuss the need to accept change, keep learning, and the power of validation using examples from industry leaders like Anne C...

David speaks with Jason Koonce, Owner of the One Team International Agency (OTIA). They talk about collecting, the addicting nature of winning in poker and business, and ensuring you have the right timing. Jason speaks about his emotional drive around his success and the role of his mother in discovering his entrepreneurial spirit. They touch on the role of the Internet in the authentication of co...

David speaks with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of The Art of Living Foundation. They discuss his new book (Notes for the Journey Within: Essentials of the Art of Living), which offers advice for handling life's big problems, his thoughts on fear, how to build a shield against bad vibes, and why anger is a punishment we give to ourselves. Learn more: https://www.instagram.com/srisriravisha...

Our greatest success comes from when we are focused on expansion rather than transition, as this mindset allows us to expand our capabilities and align with the growth opportunities that come along in our personal and professional life. By taking inventory of our skills, knowledge, and desires, find a future that is in alignment with what we want or better. To join future Free Friday Training sess...

In this episode, David gives a keynote at Collision Conference focusing on why AI is your servant, not your master. He dives into the notion that human nature never changes, and if we don’t learn from history, we are doomed to repeat the same mistakes. He shares a story of his experience meeting with Former Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, who resisted the use of technology and notably stated...

This episode is a conversation David had with Emily Ragobeer, Broadcast Journalist (ABC News, Al Jazeera, CBC News) at Collision Conference 2023 about the common challenges businesses are facing, the power of technology for side hustles, and the importance of our detaching emotions from outcomes. They also discuss why some business owners are shying away from AI and technology. Join my text commun...

Today's episode is from June 2023 at Collision Conference in Toronto. The keynote focuses on building a solid personal brand and capturing your essence. David explains what he means by 'frequency' and 'essence' and how to capture them. You can capture your essence using the right tools, people, and software and dives into an example of how NCAA hockey players can leverage their Name, Image, and Li...

David and Nick Alfieri talk about his documentary "Unicorn Town." They discuss the growth of American football in Germany, how the Madden games have educated people about the sport, and the life lessons from football. They also got into the challenges of documentary filmmaking and Nick's move from football to full time content creation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

David talks with Matt Leinart, former Heisman Trophy winner. They discuss the value of winning the Heisman Trophy, Matt's interest in sports trading cards, and the growing market for collectibles and how he’s leveraging his experience as one of the most famous college athletes during his time at USC to help athletes now monetize their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), brand themselves, and improve...