Authenticity Always Wins | Tony Brown, Grammy Award-Winning Record Producer
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Tony Brown, legendary music producer, shares stories about: [4:41] - What he learned from playing with Elvis and his thoughts on the new Baz Luhrmann biopic [11:35] - Why working with Barbra Streisand was one of the biggest turning points in his career [13:27] - What motivates him to continue working with younger acts like America’s Got Talent’s Drake Millig...
21m Oct 27, 2022
21m
How to Find True Happiness
There is one truth I believe holds true for all entrepreneurs, the reality of achieving your goal, no matter how much effort it takes to reach it, will not make you happy. Michael Jordan said, “Winning isn’t always championships.” Attaching emotional success to achievement or believing that achieving your goals is the path to happiness is what leads to unhappiness. Unfortunately, we tend to a...
6m Oct 26, 2022
6m
Start Getting Better Sleep | Bleep Sleep CEO, Rebecca Holland New
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Rebecca Holland New, CEO at Bleep Sleep, shares her thoughts on: [1:16] - Why such a large percentage of the population has issues with their sleep  [2:55] - How their new Eclipse product solves some of the most common problems with CPAP treatment [7:17] - How she adapted the company’s approach to advertising since joining  [14:28] - Why an “old school” mar...
20m Oct 25, 2022
20m
Branding Yourself in 2022 | Road to Revenue #135
Friday I was fortunate to be joined by three extraordinary guest during my weekly Free Training. I was lucky enough to talk to LifeBrand Founder and CEO, TJ Colaiezzi, Henco Global founder and CEO, Simon Cohen, and former world-class athlete, Dr. Pascal, who has treated olympians at 4 Olympic Games. Let me know which conversation you found the most value in on Twitter, @davidmeltzer Learn mor...
39m Oct 24, 2022
39m
The Greatest Gift I've Ever Received From My Dad
I was getting tons of comments from you guys on my latest Instagram post asking to hear the full story so here it is! This gift I received from my father was one of the moments that changed my life and it was always there to remind me the lesson he was trying to teach me when I hit rock bottom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12m Oct 23, 2022
12m
The #1 Way You're Wasting All Your Energy
One of the biggest keys for any business leader comes from an understanding of the ego and how it tends to put us on a trajectory in the wrong direction. Ego Edges Goodness Out of your life. Why? The ego has illusionary needs, which can create a waste of your time and energy. The ego also has the need to be right or to be offended. It can cause you to feel a need to be separate, inferior, or su...
3m Oct 23, 2022
3m
How to Handle Pressure
If you feel stuck that means you're winning. You can't feel stuck unless you're applying pressure to a situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3m Oct 22, 2022
3m
Your Morning Routine Will Make or Break Your Day
Study your calendar both in the morning and at night. Ponder efficiencies and potential problems, then prepare to make adjustments. You'll see that your productivity changes, and you become aware of new opportunities that exist and now are accessible to you. Equally important, you'll discover new ways to save time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5m Oct 21, 2022
5m
How to Brand Yourself and Stand Out | JB Bernstein, Legendary Sports Executive
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, JB Bernstein, CEO of AviSight Inc. and legendary sports executive, and the inspiration for Disney's Million Dollar Arm, shares his insights on: [2:31] - How the Las Vegas business community has experienced a massive shift in recent years [4:13] - Why Hall of Fame athletes are more desirable for marketing than ever [7:48] - The key factors that help an athlete...
19m Oct 20, 2022
19m
5 Daily Practices That Will Make You Happier
I use a system that I call the Five Daily Practices to create coherence in my life, meaning that I do things with consistency and persistence, and I’m also very intentional about the prioritization of activities in my business and personal life. These practices will not only help you to determine what you want in life, but they are essential if you want to accomplish it. Tweet me your takeaway...
11m Oct 19, 2022
11m
Your Business Needs to Sell More Than Just a Product or Service | Nathan Chan, CEO of Foundr
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nathan Chan, CEO of Foundr, sits down to discuss: [1:18] - Why entrepreneurs should never lose focus on their strategic roadmap [2:26] - The power that comes from building a community around a brand [10:55] - How traditional education is evolving to provide more alternative pathways for students [15:06] - Why a thirst for learning and growth is at the core ...
18m Oct 18, 2022
18m
Is There Ever a Good Time to Quit? | Road to Revenue #134
At least once a month I like to host an open Q&A so I can answer as many of your questions as possible in an hour. I always like to share some of my favorite questions with all of you so that you can do your best, learn lessons, and have fun. 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/...
24m Oct 17, 2022
24m
The Reason Why You Aren't Seeing Results Right Away
One of the things I stress about why you shouldn’t quit is that you need to press and keep pressing everything to get the most out of the opportunities afforded to you. An analogy I like to use to explain this is a blade of grass pushing through the soil to enjoy everything the sun has to offer. The fragile bit of grass is beneath tons of soil and stone. It doesn't know if it is getting nearer ...
17m Oct 16, 2022
17m
What it Actually Means to Serve Your Customers | Sri Divel, Partner and VP of Salt Creek Grille
Sri Divel, Partner and VP of Salt Creek Grille, talks about the lessons she’s learned about the hospitality industry since she began as a cocktail waitress, especially the necessity of going after your dreams and goals. Divel and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thoughts on subjects including the unique meaning behind Sri’s name, the work that goes into creating an experience f...
20m Oct 15, 2022
20m
How to Become a Better Salesperson
Simply put, sales is a process to ultimately reach an agreement or understanding where all involved see the vision as beneficial. No matter what we are selling to others, whether it is a product, service, company, or yourself, mastering these five steps will lead you to the successes you desire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10m Oct 14, 2022
10m
Building Deep Emotional Connections With Your Customers | Todd Kaplan, CMO of Pepsi
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Todd Kaplan, Chief Marketing Officer at Pepsi, shares his insights on: [1:46] - How companies can use intrapreneurship thinking to maximize their marketing efforts  [5:48] -The role that “opt-in experiences” play in creating a deeper connection with consumers  [7:09] - Why the Pepsi team uses a challenger mindset to deal with competition [12:31] - Why entrepren...
18m Oct 13, 2022
18m
Understanding This Made Me Rich
When striving for increased profitability, I like to look at it from a perspective of receiving. I want to receive as much as possible, so that I can give as much as possible. Recognize that one is not possible without the other, and you need to receive something first in order to give it. Power of 64 - Make productivity a prime focus of your career or passion. Look to increase your efficiency...
12m Oct 12, 2022
12m
Should you Invest in Real Estate During a Recession? | Kent Clothier, CEO of Real Estate Worldwide
Kent Clothier, CEO of Real Estate Worldwide & The Boardroom Mastermind Group, shares his thoughts on:  [:55] - How his first business mastermind showed him the power that comes from being abundant [3:54] - Why “collective wisdom” can help to rapidly accelerate the growth of a business [4:51] - How the strength of your network correlates to your problem-solving ability [15:47] - His single best...
22m Oct 11, 2022
22m
Managing Your Time is The Secret to Success | Road to Revenue #133
My takeaway from the week came after being asked how I stay "at ease" despite doing so much. It's all about how you spend your time, the more time you spend "at ease" the easier it will be for you to enjoy the consistent everyday, persistent without quit, pursuit of your potential. Although we need to remember, it's not easy being "at ease" so how can we learn to manage our time living "at ease...
17m Oct 10, 2022
17m
How to Avoid Burnout and Stay Inspired
Inspiration goes two ways, but first know that you are accountable for your own inspiration. When you are inspired, you are empowered to invest more (not sacrifice more) to get what you want, if you truly want it. Take accountability for yourself. Find what you love to do and align it with what must be done. Then, work to surround yourself with the right people. When I say, “the right people,” ...
3m Oct 09, 2022
3m
Jodi Katz, CEO of Base Beauty Creative Agency on How to Improve Your Self Worth
Jodi Katz, CEO of Base Beauty Creative Agency, provides her insights on the most common misconceptions about working in the beauty industry and some of the best lessons she’s learned from hosting her podcast “WHERE BRAINS MEET BEAUTY”, especially about strategies to help improve your own self image and self worth. Katz and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thoughts on a wide rang...
21m Oct 08, 2022
21m
The BAD STUFF is Preparing You For The GOOD STUFF
I love when things get hard, it means something better is coming. 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 ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3m Oct 07, 2022
3m
Audie Attar, CEO and Founder of Paradigm Sports on Being Your Authentic Self
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Audie Attar, CEO and Founder of Paradigm Sports, sits down to discuss: [3:37] - Why being a “profit-chaser” as an agent will lead to failure [6:20] - His initial vision for Paradigm Sports and how the agency has evolved over the years [8:13] - How athletes are able to leverage their brand to disrupt new sectors  [17:37] - The three strategies he uses to prio...
20m Oct 06, 2022
20m
Money is Very Important, But It's Not Everything
When striving for increased profitability, I like to look at it from a perspective of receiving. I want to receive as much as possible, so that I can give as much as possible. Recognize that one is not possible without the other, and you need to receive something first in order to give it. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer  Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my ...
2m Oct 05, 2022
2m
Tony Boselli, Pro Football Hall of Famer, on Pivoting Career Paths
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Tony Boselli, Chief Growth Officer at all.health, sits down to discuss: [1:10] - How he was able to take the life lessons he learned from playing sports and apply them to a new profession [6:04] - Why people shouldn’t hesitate to find themselves the right coach  [9:03] - How to ensure that you have the right team in place to support you [15:50] - How technol...
19m Oct 04, 2022
19m
Building Your Brand | Road to Revenue #132
William Shakespeare was a genius in many ways, but there are two ideas of his which are crucial to building any brand. The first, which comes from the play As You Like It, is something that has become even more important over time: “All the world's a stage”. With the prevalence of platforms like social media, the entire world is truly our stage today, and we must take full advantage of that st...
26m Oct 03, 2022
26m
The Life Changing Lessons I Learned From Going Bankrupt in 2008
Everything in life, from the construction of a building to a relationship, requires a solid foundation, or it will crumble. If certain things are not in place, you’ll not be able to support all of the other things you wish to accomplish. We want that foundation and support to be solid. We want that foundation and support to be concrete with steel rods, not balsa wood. We want to create the best...
16m Oct 02, 2022
16m
Embrace Rejection & Learn to Love Hearing “NO”
For many of us, hearing no can be tough to handle. What I try and do is re- engineer the way that people think about getting a “No”. Think about it this way: What if I told you that you are 25 “No’s” away from getting what you want most? How excited would you be to get the first “No”? How about the 24th? Take the perspective that you are a finite amount of “No’s” away from getting to that “Yes”...
3m Oct 01, 2022
3m
3 Way to Build Your Brand
When I think about branding today, I look back at one person for inspiration, William Shakespeare. He was a genius in many ways, but there are two ideas of his which are crucial to building any brand. The first, which comes from the play As You Like It, is something that has become even more important over time: “All the world's a stage”.  With the prevalence of platforms like social media, th...
9m Sep 30, 2022
9m
Rick Jordan, Cybersecurity Expert, on Applying the "All In" Mindset to Your Life
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Rick Jordan, Investor and Cybersecurity Expert, sits down to discuss: [3:31] - The strategies he applies to balance family, faith, and financial success [4:06] - Why being giving and abundant is an essential part of thriving in life [6:18] - How to identify the times that you are limiting yourself with your beliefs and overcome it [16:03] - His best piece o...
20m Sep 29, 2022
20m
The Life Changing Lessons I Learned From Losing Everything
When I experienced bankruptcy for myself, I knew that I had a strong foundation to fall back on: my values. Take inventory of the values (personal, experiential, giving, and receiving) that make you who you are now and then imagine the person you want to become. Build around the values those people have in common. When you start from a strong foundation, whatever your core values may be, you w...
8m Sep 28, 2022
8m
Rick Macci, Hall of Fame Tennis Coach on What it Takes to Achieve Greatness
Rick Macci, Legendary Hall of Fame Tennis Coach and the President & Owner of the Rick Macci Tennis Academy, sits down to discuss: [3:48] - What it means to master the art of coaching and why connecting with your pupil is essential   [7:03] - How teachers can help their students shift their mindset and change their life for the better  [14:51] - Why being able to forget is an essential chara...
21m Sep 27, 2022
21m
BYOQ Q&A | Road to Revenue #131
I took some of my favorite questions from my #BYOQ Live Q&A session I hosted on during my weekly free training. I try to host one of these at least once a month, so if you want to come ask me some questions, just email me david@dmeltzer.com or sign up for my free weekly training by clicking the link below. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer  Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com...
22m Sep 26, 2022
22m
Why 90% of People Lose Money in a Recession
In general, there are three types of businesses in a recession: those that are doing well, those that are stable, and those that are struggling. When making investments during a recession, I tend to place more emphasis on stability and industries or companies that have shown a historic ability to withstand those times. Look for investment opportunities that offer consistency in good and bad eco...
2m Sep 25, 2022
2m
Eddie A. Johnson, Analyst with the Phoenix Suns, on Surrounding Yourself With The Right Team
Eddie A. Johnson, Basketball TV and Radio Analyst with the Phoenix Suns and SiriusXM NBA Radio, sits down to discuss how his first year post NBA retirement led to him to discover a new purpose in life. Johnson and Meltzer share their thoughts on a wide variety of topics including the inspiration for Eddie writing his book, “You Big Dummy”, the best lessons he learned from being a Sixth Man of t...
18m Sep 24, 2022
18m
How to Maximize Your Time
Today's episode is a flashback to my episode with Rob Dyrdek, CEO of The Dyrdek Machine and Former Professional Skateboarder. Rob is one of the most time efficient people I've ever met, and he has become a master of managing his work/life balance. If you haven't already, make sure you go checkout the full episode with Rob and let me know what your biggest takeaway from it was. Tweet me your t...
3m Sep 23, 2022
3m
James Maslow, Musician in Big Time Rush & Actor, on Pursuing Growth in Your Career
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, James Maslow, Actor and Musician in Big Time Rush, sits down to discuss: [1:08] - His favorite part about stepping on-stage in front of a live audience   [4:27] - Why acting entitled will hamper your ability to succeed [8:47] - Why he keeps pursuing growth in the “everlasting journey” of his career [19:04] - The value that comes from taking stock of the peo...
22m Sep 22, 2022
22m
The Biggest Myth About Making Money
Make your business a profit-center for others by being able to ask and answer the following question: “Determinant of the credibility you’ve told me we have, the emotional connection, the reasons, impacts, and capabilities; do you see any reason you wouldn’t want to move forward?” If you can ask that question and realistically predict the response, then you have effectively turned your business...
2m Sep 21, 2022
2m
Michelle Poole, President of Crocs on What it Takes to Build a Global Brand
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Michelle Poole, President of Crocs, shares her insights on: [4:34] - Why having an “icon” is a powerful for driving brand relevance [6:39] - How inclusivity has become a major part of Crocs’ appeal for customers  [10:00] - Why choosing the right companies to partner with can make “one plus one equal three” [16:14] - How Crocs’ Three Pillars of Purpose drive...
20m Sep 20, 2022
20m
5 Daily Practices | Road to Revenue #130
I use a system that I call the Five Daily Practices to create coherence in my life, meaning that I do things with consistency and persistence, and I’m also very intentional about the prioritization of activities in my business and personal life. These practices will not only help you to determine what you want in life, but they are essential if you want to accomplish it. Learn more about your a...
28m Sep 19, 2022
28m
Advice For Anyone Struggling in Business
Always ask yourself, can I guarantee that I will be in business tomorrow? Stay in business, that is the key to a successful business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3m Sep 18, 2022
3m
Advice for Every 18-35 Year Old That FEELS LOST
When you set achievable goals and put plans in place to meet them, you'll experience a higher rate of success and simultaneously turn up your worthiness thermostat. You need goal setting (and promise keeping) to be a consistent, persistent behavior, which will then allow you to enjoy the pursuit of your potential by creating objectives and meeting them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
2m Sep 17, 2022
2m
Think About This The Next Time You FEEL STUCK
An analogy I like to use to explain this is a blade of grass pushing through the soil to enjoy everything the sun has to offer. The fragile bit of grass is beneath tons of soil and stone. It doesn't know if it is getting nearer to the surface and the sun, it only knows the direction it must keep pushing. Not until the instant it breaks through the cold soil into the light does it know the effo...
5m Sep 16, 2022
5m
Tony DiSilvestro, Founder and CEO of YNOT Enterprises on What it Takes to Scale a Business
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Tony DiSilvestro, Founder and CEO of YNOT Enterprises, shares his insights on: [2:55] - Why you should consider customers who complain to be your best customers [4:07] - The roles that delegation and “micro-failures” play in running several multi-million-dollar companies [6:41] - How a lack of fundamentals is responsible for most of the businesses that fail ...
20m Sep 15, 2022
20m
5 Ways to SELL ANYTHING
1. Stimulate Interest: Stimulate interest for availability first, meaning practice getting people to respond to your calls, texts, emails, and social media messages first. Then, focus on stimulating interest for your business or services. 2. Transition the Interest: Emotionally connect with who you’re targeting. Then, transition their interest through professional collateral and a clear explana...
11m Sep 14, 2022
11m
Matt Bailey, Founder and CEO of GameOn on Differentiating Yourself in a Crowded Market
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Matt Bailey, Founder and CEO of GameOn, sits down to discuss: - Why a strong foundation combined with an adaptable approach has helped GameOn to evolve - How GameOn has worked to differentiate itself in a very competitive market - The two biggest skills that he’s found most helpful as a leader Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer  Email ...
12m Sep 13, 2022
12m
Understanding What it Take to Be Successful | Road to Revenue #129
Every once in a while I like to bring on some of my mentees and friends for a Fireside Chat during my Weekly Free Training. This week I had the pleasure of being joined by my two friends, Adam Jablin and Dr. Kien Vuu. Each of them brought so much value that I needed to share both conversations with you all! Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer  Email Me! david@dmeltzer.c...
34m Sep 12, 2022
34m
The #1 Investment You Need to Make if you Want to Be Successful
If you want to achieve it, prioritize it in your life. Commit to a minimum amount of time each day so that your body, mind, and soul are all working in unison. The only limits that exist in our lives are the ones we place on ourselves. If you don't invest in yourself, what are you ever going to invest in? Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer  Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com...
6m Sep 11, 2022
6m
You need to Surround Yourself With THE RIGHT PEOPLE
I always tell people, “Show me your friends, and I will show you your future.” You are who you surround yourself with, so one of the most important steps is separating yourself from those who don’t add value to your life. Ask yourself, “Do I feel good when I am around this person?”, and use your feelings as a barometer to decide if the relationship is worthwhile. Tweet me your takeaway from t...
3m Sep 10, 2022
3m
Mark Murphy, President and CEO of the Green Bay Packers on Becoming a Great Leader
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mark Murphy, President and CEO of the Green Bay Packers, sits down to discuss: [1:22] - What it means to be the CEO of the only publicly owned franchise in the NFL  [8:06] - How their Titletown development has evolved to include the TitletownTech venture studio and fund [11:46] - What makes the Green Bay Packers fan base so loyal [14:15] - His thoughts on h...
19m Sep 08, 2022
19m