The Playbook With David Meltzer

In order to provide value to someone, you have to find out what they like, what they need, or how you can help them. You achieve that by asking the right questions and asking open ended questions. Once you provide them value, you ask them "do you know anyone that can help me with..." Text me what you want to hear about next at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...

Nick Guillen and Nick Ajluni, founders of TRUFF hot sauce, and host of #The Playbook, David Meltzer, sit down to chat about:  [1:27] - How the pair bonded while competing in business competitions in college and the lessons that they learned through their experiences [9:37] - How securing the Instagram handle @sauce and building out that profile led to the creation of their business [13:08] - Why t...

This is from a meeting I had on August 2nd, 2018 while in Canton for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. I talk about how difficult it could be to give when you don't have much. Having faith that that you have more than enough will give you more than enough. Text me what you want to hear next at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art...

Fear focuses you, it does not inspire you. Learn to practice ending fear and clear the connection to that which inspires you on the pursuit of your potential. Text me what inspires you at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Ramon Castillon, President of Row House, talks about how understanding behavioral economics helps him to better connect with current and prospective clients. Ramon Castillon and host of #ThePlaybook , David Meltzer, discuss some of the struggles Ramon faced being a first-generation college student and how a college economics class helped lead him to entrepreneurship. They pair speak about the impo...

When you buy a property you lock in your rent for life and each property you buy becomes a savings account. I also tell you what questions to ask when looking at properties so you can avoid being oversold. This episode was filmed at one of my meetups, if you would like to find out when I am hosting a meetup at a city near you, text me at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Chris Pfaff, Dee Murthy, and Anand Murthy, hosts of the Group Chat podcast, sit down to discuss: [6:42] Why the Group Chat hosts are never afraid to call each other or their fans out for their opinions [18:54] How marketing a brand has changed due to the growth of internet culture and the adoption of smartphones  [21:43] Why establishing deep connections with your...

Stop limiting your point of entry. If you are looking for a job in a specific industry such as sports, look outside the sports category. You can find yourself working for the sports side of a company. Text me what job you are looking for at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

On this episode of #ThePlaybook Chris Overholt, CEO of OverActive Media, shares his thoughts on: [3:03] Why he defines esports as a physical expression of a cognitive ability [5:14] How the inclusive nature of video games creates countless opportunities for growth  [10:41] Why the engagement levels of some esports leagues “blow away” numbers for traditional sports leagues like the NBA  [15:03] His...

Today's episode is from a speech I gave at my alma mater, Tulane. I had the honor of knowing Steve Jobs and I learned a lot from him, but I also believe that nobody will remember him in 100 years. Text me what you think at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

When you ask someone for help you become an investment of that person. Not having mentors was the biggest mistake I made in my life. Now I always have at least three mentors and when I ask them for help, I am very concise with my ask. What do you have mentors for? Text me at (949) 298-2905 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do...

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 an...

Hey everyone, today’s episode is a preview of my episode of World’s Greatest Motivators that airs tomorrow on WGN America! Click the link below to check out the first two episodes featuring two of my mentors Bob Proctor and Les Brown. https://worldsgreatestmotivators.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook , Leonard Armato, CEO of Management Plus Enterprises, shares his thoughts on:  1.     [1:53] How to develop a value proposition that will land you clients like Shaq and Ronnie Lott 2.     [6:45] What coaching a ten-year-old in basketball taught him about maximizing the potential of others 3.     [10:44] How entrepreneurs can set themselves up to be their “best self”...

Today's episode is all about statically increasing your success at cold calling. Stop trying to make a sale over a voicemail and get them to call you back. Text me any questions you may have or any feedback you have at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Clarke Miyasaki, Chief Growth Officer for Stance Socks, shares his thoughts on:  [7:24] The best strategy entrepreneurs can follow for “creating your own luck”  [9:58] How walking the aisles of Target and Walmart led to the creation of Stance  [14:19] How an experience meeting Slash of Guns N' Roses taught him the importance of being himself [17:25] Why Stance focu...

Today's episode is from a meetup I held in New York City in 2018. I talk about shifting your energy and trying out things that have no risk at all, which is the reason I wear my beads. If you would like to attend a meetup when I am in a city near you, text me at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...

Dr. Jen Welter, the first female coach in NFL history, talks about how understanding the psychology of excellence has aided her groundbreaking journey on and off the football field and empowered her to break barriers.  Dr. Jen Welter and host of #ThePlaybook , David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics including why coaches need to be coachable themselves, the overlapping symptoms of excitement and...

Today's episode is a preview of my course that is 100% free for all of you. I believe that giving and receiving are one, and so I wanted to give you all something that can help me achieve my mission of impacting 1 billion people to be happy. In this course you will find over three hours of content that covers the seven most valuable lessons I have learned over my career. To access the course click...

On today's episode you will learn how important it is to get someone to call you back. When leaving a message, you have to stimulate interest to get them to call you back. I also go over why motivation is temporary and inspiration lasts forever. Text me what inspires you at (949) 298-2905 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...

Steve Sims, Founder of the world's leading elite concierge firm and author of Bluefishing - The Art of Making Things Happen , shares the story of how quitting his bricklaying job and a failed attempt to become a stockbroker led to him starting one of the world’s top concierge services.     Sims and host of #ThePlaybook , David Meltzer, discuss the misconception that entrepreneurs need to sacrifice...

Would you still make the same decisions if time wasn't part of the equation? Stop worrying about time and start keeping faith that if something doesn't work out, it is because something better is coming. Text me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know what decisions you would make differently if time was not part of the equation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Shelley Zalis, CEO of the Female Quotient, provides insights on:  [7:36] Why the World Economic Forum is predicting it will take over 200 years to close the wage gap   [8:54] How leaders can begin to fix equality issues by being conscious of them   [10:41] The three key “buckets” that need to be addressed by an organization in order to achieve diversity   [20:05] W...

Asking someone how you can provide value for them and if they know anyone that can help you is the easiest way to expand your network. You can expand your network by over 30,000 people each month by just asking one person everyday if they know anyone that can help you. Text me your questions and let me know what you would like to hear next at (949) 298-2905. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...

Chad Steele, VP of Public Relations for the Baltimore Ravens, talks about how an internship introduced him to the world of PR and how the growth of social media has changed the way that news travels. Chad and host of #The Playbook, David Meltzer discuss the necessary skills required to be successful in the competitive sports industry, including relationship building, and some of the misconceptions...