The Playbook With David Meltzer

What you believe, whether positive or negative, determines what you receive. A positive perception of all the opportunities that are in your past, your present and your future will empower you to take advantage of them. A scarcity mindset does the opposite, discouraging you from even looking for new opportunities. Tweet me @davidmeltzer what you are grateful for and ask me questions live every Fri...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , John Hennessy, chairman of Alphabet and former president of Stanford University, shares his thoughts on: [2:43] - The "formula” he says that is behind building great companies [8:17] - The three key things he looks for when evaluating a startup [14:30] - The risks that come with focusing on your legacy too early in your career [16:46] - Why his favorite Socrates q...

We’ve got another edition of our “Road to Revenue” series and in honor of the launch of my new TV Show, 2 Minute Drill , it’s all about what to include in a pitch. The six areas to focus on in a perfect pitch are: 1. Build Your Credibility First 2. Emotional Attachment 3. Reasons to Invest 4. Impacts of your business 5. Capabilities 6. Quantitative Ask  Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeawa...

Today’s episode is from my appearance on the One Fresh Podcast. Host Adrienne Kautz, the Cofounder of One Fresh Pillow, and I are going to discuss: being okay with failure, how to frame all of your obstacles, and discovering what the meaning of life truly is. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway and ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-290...

Zack Steffen, goalkeeper for Manchester City and cofounder of the VOYCENOW Foundation, sits down to discuss the steps he took in order to make a successful transition to European soccer and perform at a consistently high level, as well as how he’s working to ensure that there are equal opportunities for all. Steffen and host of #ThePlaybook , David Meltzer, share their thoughts on a variety of top...

Today’s episode is from the series premiere of my new tv show, 2 Minute Drill . It is the first "pitch only" show for over $50,000 of cash and prizes. Joining me are Jayson Waller, the CEO of POWERHOME SOLAR, and Rory Cutaia, the CEO of Verb Technologies. You are going to hear 4 pitches and feedback from the three of us. In the end, Rory will decide who is the winner of over $50,000 in cash and pr...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , Alan Smolinisky, entrepreneur, investor, and one of the owners of the Los Angeles Dodgers, shares insights on: [2:31] - Why he decided not to be a business major, despite running his own real estate business while in college [4:53] - How he was able to identify opportunities in the student rental market that others had ignored [8:46] - The best parenting advice he...

Today's episode is a sneak peek and a behind the scenes discussion of my new tv show, "2 Minute Drill". I sat down with the guest judge for all 12 episodes, Rory Cutaia, and the two of us discussed some of our favorite moments from filming the show, and some of the greatest lessons we learned from the filming of season 1. You can watch "2 Minute Drill" on Friday at at 8:30 EST (7:30 CST) on Bloomb...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , Alan Mruvka, Founder, President and CEO of The Alan Mruvka Company and the co-founder of E! Entertainment Television, discusses: [:43] - How his passion for movies and entertainment, as well as the influence of his entrepreneurial father, set him on his career path [3:55] - The differences between broadcasting and narrowcasting, and how cable television has evolve...

For those who desire more success and fulfillment in the New Year, especially after a challenging 2020, there are few things more fulfilling than keeping a promise to yourself. Rather than tying your emotions to a single New Year’s resolution, try these five daily practices that I discussed in today's episode. They are meant to inspire you to consistently and persistently to pursue your potential...

Hi everyone! My 2 superstar coaching clients are back for another episode. Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri of Next Level University joined me for another live coaching session and as usual they came prepared with great question to provide extraordinary value for everyone! The three of us are going to discuss: maximizing productivity, accessibility, and gratitude in your life, indicating that you a...

Daniel Sillman, CEO of Relevent Sports Group, tells the story of the cold email to renowned businessman Stephen Ross led to a major change in his career path, and shares insights on Relevent Sports Group and the International Champions Cup’s mission to revolutionize the international soccer landscape.   Sillman and host of #ThePlaybook , David Meltzer, chat about how young executives are able to b...

Today's episode is my 6 takeaways from 2020. I asked my team to come up with some questions that they were curious about for next year, and for what has occurred this year. Although it was a year that we would all like to forget, there are so many lessons to be learned in 2020. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite memory of 2020 and what was the biggest lesson that you learned in 2020. Come ask me...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , Matthew Berry, ESPN’s senior fantasy football analyst, sits down to discuss: [1:05] - Why fantasy sports has become a gateway for fans to connect with their favorite teams and leagues, as well as with each other [3:37] - How answering a blind ad for a fantasy sports website led to the career he has today [5:09] - The hustling it took to build his blog without bein...

Today’s episode is a mashup put together by my good friend Evan Carmichael. I am going to teach you 10 tips to create habits that will make or break your success.  Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway and ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to join! Click here to watch the video See Privacy Policy at...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , Eddie George, legendary running back and Managing Partner of the Edward George Wealth Management Group, sits down to discuss: [1:14] - How his football career taught him there are no shortcuts you can take in order to be great. [3:46] - Why his relationship with his father became a vital source of inspiration for him [7:45] - The mindset he used to set records in...

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...

Today’s episode is from a meetup I hosted in Toronto back in 2019. I am going to teach you the two questions that you need to ask yourself to take you control of your life.  Let me know if you want to hear more of these full-length meetups and don’t forget to join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for my Free Training. You can text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com S...

Raja Dhir, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Seed Health, sits down to discuss insights he’s gained about ecosystem design from his time spent studying bacteria and microbiomes, and how he applies those lessons to his business. Dhir and host of #ThePlaybook , David Meltzer, chat about the validity of the “selfish” argument for taking care of your health, the importance of working with the most talented peo...

Today's episode is from a recent episode of Office Hours, my mentor and Thursday edition of Office Hours co-host, Blaine Bartlett and I took advantage of some extra time we had on the show and he gave me a 15-minute coaching session. Blaine and I are going to discuss understanding what wisdom really is, and the reason why young people need to find someone that sits in the situation they want to be...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , Thom Filicia, renowned interior designer, TV personality, host, and author, shares his thoughts on: [1:58] - How getting stuck in an elevator led to him being cast on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy [6:00] - The changes in attitude that brought on the democratization of the design industry  [10:23] - Why the Queer Eye team always preferred the term “make better” to...

Today’s episode is from my appearance on the Darren Woodson Show. Darren, and his co-hosts Tyler and Ben and I discussed how the ego interferes with happiness and the practice of ending Fear. Let me know if you enjoyed today's episode by tweeting me @davidmeltzer . You can text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at any time at david@dmeltzer.com. Ask me questions live every Friday at my Free Weekly...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , Thomas Healy, Founder and CEO of Hyliion, shares his thoughts on: [0:55] - Why he’s had a desire to build his own startup company since he was a kid, following in the footsteps of his parents [4:55] - How his engineering background has equipped him to be a better leader and entrepreneur [6:58] - His strategy for finding the right mix between running a rapidly-grow...

Mentor/mentee relationships can be some of the most valuable relationships we have outside of our family because these people help to keep us accountable. Mentors are there to guide us as we consistently and persistently pursue our potential, sharing insights and situational knowledge along the way. Mentees can learn and grow under the mentor's guidance, getting a chance to experiment with creativ...

Today’s episode is from my appearance on the After Hours Entrepreneur Podcast with Mark Savant. Mark and I are going to discuss: the only way to stop you from getting to where you want to be, creating the coincidences you want in your life, and the #1 thing you should focus on Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today’s episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am...