A Simple Solution To Managing Your Time
This Daily Habit Changed My Business and My Life 1. Study the things you have planned for the day. Look to create efficiencies with your habits. For example, I have a 5/20 Rule, where I try to schedule five- minute phone calls and keep my in-person meetings to 20 minutes, which ultimately promotes a more productive conversation. 2. Study the white space of your calendar. How can you schedule m...
7m Oct 08, 2021
7m
Growing Your Vision With Mat Ishbia: President & CEO, United Wholesale Mortgage | #ThePlaybook 474
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mat Ishbia, President and CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage, the nation’s #1 wholesale and purchase lender, sits down to discuss: [:59] - How his time playing basketball and coaching at Michigan State helped to shape his mindset  [6:08] - Why focusing on “little wins” today can pay big dividends for your company in the future [8:11] - How to structure your te...
19m Oct 07, 2021
19m
How to Stay Inspired
One of the most common questions I receive is, “how do I become inspired”? We are all already INSPIRED! We are all connected to the greatest source of inspiration possible. However we’re using such a limited amount because our ego is corroding our connection. So what do we do when we feel disconnected? Stop! If you entered the freeway going the wrong direction, you wouldn’t speed up and cont...
5m Oct 06, 2021
5m
Seeking Open Minds With Marianne Williamson: Best-Selling Author & Political Activist | #ThePlaybook 473
Marianne Williamson, best-selling author, political activist, and spiritual thought leader, shares her insights on: [:59] - How to reconcile politics with spirituality and religion   [6:15] - Why we need to “revisit” this country’s first principles  [10:38] - How she’s creating content to support her main mission: to contribute to a conversation that takes everyone to a higher level  [20:4...
24m Oct 05, 2021
24m
2 Minute Drill Pitch Competition | Road to Revenue #80
Hey everyone! It’s Monday so we’ve got another episode of the Road to Revenue Series. We took over the Breakfast With Champions Millionaire Breakfast Club on Clubhouse for a 2 Minute Drill Pitch Competition. Helping me judge the contest were Glenn Lundy and Jayson Waller, we heard 5 pitches and gave feedback for each one, with the winner receiving the chance to pitch on Season 3 of 2 Minute Dri...
50m Oct 04, 2021
50m
The Basics to Building a Brand With Gabby Etrog Cohen: Global Head of Integrated Communications and Marketing, Harry's | #ThePlaybook 472
Gabby Etrog Cohen, Global Head of Integrated Communications and Marketing at Harry's, talks about the different ways that brands can sustain a long-term connection with the consumer, as well as the three traits she tends to look for when hiring new team members. Etrog Cohen and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a wide variety of subjects including the basics to building a brand t...
21m Oct 03, 2021
21m
Having the Courage to Be The Best With Tom Allen: Head Football Coach, Indiana University | #ThePlaybook 471
Tom Allen, Head Football Coach at Indiana University, shares his thoughts on the mindset it takes to step up and help out your team when you’re needed most, as well as why love is the core component of every successful team he’s been a part of. Allen and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including why being the best always takes a lot of courage and how to avoid...
23m Oct 02, 2021
23m
A Simple Way to Expand Your Network
2 questions to ask every single day On average most people have 1,000 people they're connected to. The thing people like to do most is helping others, so the softest ask you could make is 'Do you know anyone who could help me? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9m Oct 01, 2021
9m
Find a Way to Work Harder With Amy Trask: Chairman of the Board, BIG3 & Former CEO, Raiders | #ThePlaybook 470
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Amy Trask, CBS Sports Analyst, Chairman of the Board for BIG3, and Author of You Negotiate Like A Girl, shares her thoughts on: [:39] - Her favorite strategy for building courage and combating insecurity [11:35] - The best compliment she ever got from Al Davis, legendary owner of the Raiders [14:20] - How she views gender roles in the sports industry and the...
23m Sep 30, 2021
23m
Creating More Opportunities For Yourself
Life is a series of opportunities with some seemingly better than others. Keep pressing everything to get the most out of the opportunities afforded to you. Skepticism and doubt will emanate from people around you, stay focused on what the opportunity entails and what the reward could be. In order to break through and become the person you want to become, you have to weather the layers of unc...
5m Sep 29, 2021
5m
Giving 110% to Everything That You Do With Luvleen Sidhu: CEO & Founder, BM Technologies | #ThePlaybook 469
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Luvleen Sidhu, CEO, Chair, and Founder of BM Technologies, Inc. (BMTX), sits down to discuss: [3:41] - How working for Lehman Brothers after their bankruptcy made her determined to change the way that people look at banks [5:21] - Why her approach of always giving 110% has led her to countless unexpected opportunities [12:34] - The biggest challenges that ba...
20m Sep 28, 2021
20m
Intrepreneurship vs Entrepreneurship | Road to Revenue #79
The main difference between an Entrepreneur and an Intrapreneur is that an Intrapreneur is an employee, and an Entrepreneur is the founder who designs, launches, and manages a new business, which almost always starts out as a small business. Entrepreneurs risk everything when they start. Intrapreneurs normally have corporate career risks (Salary, Expenses, Benefits, Equity) that arise from laun...
58m Sep 27, 2021
58m
The Secret to Cold Calling
Today's episode is all about cold calling! When you cold call someone, only two things can happen, one, they answer the phone, two they don't so you have to leave a voicemail. Don't try to sell someone on an answering machine, your objective should be to get them to call you back. Stimulate their interest. Stimulate interest: connect emotionally to stimulate their curiosity Transition intere...
10m Sep 26, 2021
10m
The Eben Flow of Finding Yourself With Eben Britton: Host, "The Eben Flow Podcast" | #ThePlaybook 468
Eben Britton, Host of “The Eben Flow” Podcast, former NFL player, and cannabis advocate, shares his insights on the reason why “stuff” will never fill the hole in your soul, as well what he learned about the mindset of a warrior from co-hosting the Hotboxin’ podcast with Mike Tyson. Britton and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about topics including how healing your relationship with ...
30m Sep 25, 2021
30m
Determining Your Priorities | #AskDavidMeltzer 35
Today's episode is from my weekly Ask Me Anything on Clubhouse that I host every Monday at 3:00 pm PST. Follow me on Clubhouse @davidmeltzer and come ask me anything! When we take daily inventory of our values, it allows us to live as if we would not fail. Ask yourself the question “who am I and what do I want?” Take inventory of your personal, experiential, giving and receiving values and mak...
4m Sep 24, 2021
4m
Building a Purpose-Driven Company With Dan Sheridan: EVP & COO, Brooks Running | #ThePlaybook 467
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Dan Sheridan, EVP & COO at Brooks Running, sits down to discuss: [1:11] - The most valuable thing that Brooks learned about its customers during the pandemic [4:35] - How Brooks’ singular focus on running has become their most important advantage over competitors [9:42] - How to create a purpose-driven environment where every team member feels like they are m...
18m Sep 23, 2021
18m
Reach Your Goals Faster
Choosing to detach from an outcome, can seem extremely conflictual, and it is hard for people to understand. One of the common questions I get is this: “How do you have goals yet remain detached from an outcome?” The truth is, I’m very driven toward the goals I set.  I try to take my ego and time, two driving factors for many, out of my goal setting. What I do is this: I set a goal, and at th...
6m Sep 22, 2021
6m
Taking Advantage of the Opportunities That Come Your Way With Don Fehr: Executive Director, NHLPA | #ThePlaybook 466
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Don Fehr, Executive Director of the NHLPA, shares his insights on: [:44] - The single most important rule for leading a union effectively [6:02] - Why he considers the past year to be the most challenging experience in his entire career [9:34] - How his law career led him to become involved with the MLBPA and the shocking thing he learned after becoming exec...
18m Sep 21, 2021
18m
Coaching Session and Q&A | Road to Revenue #78
Hey everyone! It’s Monday so we’ve got another episode of the Road to Revenue Series. We took over the Breakfast With Champions Millionaire Breakfast Club on Clubhouse for a #BYOQ Live Q&A and Coaching Session. You bring the questions, I bring the answers. I am going to go over how your "never vows" will affect you in the long run and the #1 reason why you need to know your daily practices. Tw...
59m Sep 20, 2021
59m
5 Ways to Increase Your Chances of Success
Stimulate interest: connect emotionally to stimulate their curiosity Transition interest: provide collateral or information to transition the curiosity to allow you to share a vision Share a vision: utilize the information provided in previous step to prove reason, impacts and capabilities to share a vision Manage and develop a vision: 80% of the work is to manage and develop the shared visi...
8m Sep 19, 2021
8m
Now is the Time to Double Down With Tiffani Bova: Chief Growth Evangelist, Salesforce | #ThePlaybook 465
Tiffani Bova, Chief Growth Evangelist at Salesforce and Author of “GROWTH IQ”, shares her thoughts on the idea that how you treat your employees, customers, and community has long-term implications, as well as why the company culture attracted her to Salesforce. Bova and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of subjects including why being able to outthink and outmaneuver you...
25m Sep 18, 2021
25m
The Key to Making The Right Decisions
Taking inventory of your values everyday is the key to making the right decision. 1 - Know your personal giving and receiving values. Evaluate those four things every day. 2 - Learn to ask a series of questions to learn how you can provide value to every person in every situation. 3 - Learn a series of questions with which you can ask for help—which is the most difficult and radically humbl...
23m Sep 17, 2021
23m
The #1 Crucial Component to Success With Mark King: CEO, Taco Bell Corp. | #ThePlaybook 464
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mark King, CEO of Taco Bell Corp., shares his thoughts on: [3:56] - The single biggest challenge he had as he transitioned from the sports industry [9:01] - Why fun is a crucial component of success, even in a serious business  [9:31] - The main cause for organizations that stall and are unable to adapt [16:15] - The mindset that executives need to lead thei...
21m Sep 16, 2021
21m
Becoming a Better Salesperson
The truth is, people that sell the best, the most statistically successful salespeople, are the ones that have shifted the paradigm of value. They understand what I call the 100/20 rule. The 100/20 rule is a belief that you are providing more value than your client is asking for. Think about it. How easy would it be to trade a $100 bill in exchange for a $20 bill? If your job was to do that a...
10m Sep 15, 2021
10m
The Two Elements of Success With Georges St-Pierre: MMA legend | #ThePlaybook 463
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Georges St-Pierre, actor and MMA legend, sits down to chat about: [:58] - Why the world’s top performers in sports and entertainment tend not to be satisfied with their results [4:21] - Whether a return to the UFC is still a possibility for him  [7:30] - Why he compares the timing of fighter retirements to selling stocks [15:23] - The reason that commitment...
24m Sep 14, 2021
24m
Prioritization | Road to Revenue #77
Living in a digital age gives us more opportunities than ever, but with more opportunities comes the task of prioritizing those opportunities. In order to make the most money, help the most people, and have the most fun, I advise having a system in place to help you sort through those priorities. Not only that, but you need to be consistent with the system you use and practice it daily. Tweet ...
59m Sep 13, 2021
59m
How to Authentically Express Yourself | #AskDavidMeltzer #34
Hey everyone, I've finally got another episode of #AskDavidMeltzer for you. Last week I was asked how I authentically express myself and my frequency. Come ask me anything every Monday on Clubhouse at 3:00 pm PST / 6:00 pm EST and maybe you'll see your question featured on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5m Sep 12, 2021
5m
What it's Like Taking a Company Public With Jesse Singh: CEO, AZEK Company | #ThePlaybook 462
Jesse Singh, CEO of the Azek Company, sits down to discuss why the most effective leaders are able to shift the focus from themselves and shine a spotlight on their team members, as well as how taking a stand on a cause can help to unite an organization’s vision. Singh and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a wide range of topics including how a company’s IPO can lead to elevated ...
18m Sep 11, 2021
18m
It Doesn't Matter if Someone Steals Your Idea
Today's episode is advice I gave to a young woman who was seeking advice on her business partner who's worried about having his ideas stolen. If you believe in scarcity and your own self-interest, then that is what you will manifest. But if you truly believe in the universe, if you truly believe in abundance, then there is enough of everything for everyone, you will attract what you desire more...
7m Sep 10, 2021
7m
Unlocking Your Team's Hidden Potential With Rod McDermott: CEO, McDermott + Bull & Activate 180 | #ThePlaybook 461
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Rod McDermott, CEO of McDermott + Bull and Activate 180, discusses: [3:26] - How fostering employee engagement is similar to adding rocket fuel to your business [5:28] - Why having coaching systems in place for all of your employees (and not just executives) leads to improved performance [8:22] - The true cost of not encouraging your employees to pursue their...
22m Sep 09, 2021
22m
Breaking Your Bad Habits
I receive a lot of questions how to build good habits or how to break bad ones. The answer is the same - pick 3 things, skills, habits, etc that you want to learn and dedicate a minimum amount of time every single day. You don’t need them to consume your day, simply set a minimum everyday and focus in on it. There is an exponential result when you focus on doing something every single day. Conv...
5m Sep 08, 2021
5m
Looking Into the Digital World With RJ Pittman: CEO, Matterport | #ThePlaybook 460
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, RJ Pittman, CEO of Matterport, shares his insights on: [2:40] - How the digitization of assets (like information or money) has reshaped the technology landscape [3:46] - The tremendous opportunities offered by the real estate industry to create more value out of the world’s biggest asset class [8:01] - Why data is so crucial to the future of human existence ...
22m Sep 07, 2021
22m
Seven Faces of Intention | Road to Revenue #76
One of the most valuable mentors I’ve had in my life is Dr. Wayne Dyer, author of many best-selling books, including The Power of Intention. Studying his work (and even discussing it with his daughters) The power of intention is what he called the Law of Attraction, and there were seven different components of living an intentional life. Creativity Kindness Love Beauty Expansion Unlimit...
59m Sep 06, 2021
59m
Preventing Problems Before They Occur With Damien Mander: Founder & CEO, International Anti-Poaching Foundation | #ThePlaybook 459
Damien Mander, Founder and CEO of the International Anti-Poaching Foundation, discusses the role that humans play in the “machine of nature”, as well as how he’s been able to utilize skills learned as an Australian Royal Navy Clearance Diver and Special Operations military sniper in order to protect biodiversity and end poaching. Mander and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thou...
22m Sep 05, 2021
22m
One of The Most Successful IPO's of All Time With Brent Bellm: CEO & Chairman, BigCommerce | #ThePlaybook 458
Brent Bellm, CEO and Chairman at BigCommerce, sits down to share his thoughts on what makes BigCommerce’s platform different from their competitors, as well as why he wants to not only provide their customers the data they need but ensure they have the ability to use it. Bellm and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, talk about how ecommerce has evolved since the late ’90s and why BigCommerce ...
19m Sep 04, 2021
19m
If You're Going to Ask For Money, You Need to Tell Us Why | 2 Minute Drill S2E12
Today's episode is a sneak peek at the latest episode of 2 Minute Drill! 2 Minute Drill is back and better than ever and this season we've got hour-long episodes. Joining me on today's episode are Rory Cutaia, CEO of Verb Technologies, Jayson Waller, Founder & CEO of Powerhome Solar, and Will Ford, President & Cofounder of LaunchBoom. The all-new, hour-long extended episodes feature five new en...
7m Sep 03, 2021
7m
Taking Care of Yourself so You Can Take Care of Others With Jen Fisher: Chief Well-Being Officer, Deloitte
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jen Fisher, Chief Well-Being Officer at Deloitte, shares her insights on: [:39] - The connection between employee well-being and the employer’s bottom-line [4:15] - Why she believes that presenteeism is one of the most valuable metrics to look at in terms of employee engagement [7:22] - How business leaders can bring humanity back into the workplace and prom...
23m Sep 02, 2021
23m
Your Ego is the Enemy
Choosing to detach from an outcome, can seem extremely conflictual, and it is hard for people to understand. One of the common questions I get is this: “How do you have goals yet remain detached from an outcome?” The truth is, I’m very driven toward the goals I set.  I try to take my ego and time, two driving factors for many, out of my goal setting. What I do is this: I set a goal, and at the ...
6m Sep 01, 2021
6m
There Are No Excuses When it Comes to Success With Robby Clark: Founder & CEO, SID Developments
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Robby Clark, Founder and CEO of SID Developments, sits down to discuss: [5:08] - Why entrepreneurs can never be “half in, half out” if they want to succeed  [6:33] - The biggest realizations he had after being forced to file for bankruptcy   [21:49] - How he maintains focus on creative over a billion dollars in holdings as a goal he’s set for himself    [24...
40m Aug 31, 2021
40m
Coaching Session and Q&A | Road to Revenue #75
Hey everyone! It’s Monday so we’ve got another episode of the Road to Revenue Series. We took over the Breakfast With Champions Millionaire Breakfast Club on Clubhouse for a #BYOQ Live Q&A and Coaching Session. You bring the questions, I bring the answers. I am going to go over what it means to be an intrepreneur and what is the most common problem I see young entrepreneurs make. Tweet me @davi...
1hr 1m Aug 30, 2021
1hr 1m
The #1 Key to Being Successful With Rob Barker: General Manager, Peloton Commercial | #ThePlaybook 456
Rob Barker, General Manager of Peloton Commercial, shares his thoughts on how virtualization has impacted the health and fitness industry since the beginning of the pandemic, as well as why he believes that his entire life helped prepare him to deal with the rapid changes. Barker and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including why entrepreneurs should aspire t...
19m Aug 29, 2021
19m
What it Takes to Be a Great Leader Today With Tamara Mendelsohn: CMO, Eventbrite | #ThePlaybook 455
Tamara Mendelsohn, CMO of Eventbrite, shares her thoughts on why having a team composed of “consummate learners” is essential for any business leader, as well as how to create human connections between teams that are working virtually. Mendelsohn and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including their best strategies for virtualizing in-person events, how to find ...
25m Aug 28, 2021
25m
You Didn't Bring Your "A" Game | 2 Minute Drill S2E11
Today's episode is a sneak peek at the latest episode of 2 Minute Drill! 2 Minute Drill is back and better than ever and this season we've got hour-long episodes. Joining me on today's episode are Rory Cutaia, CEO of Verb Technologies, Jayson Waller, Founder & CEO of Powerhome Solar, and Kim Perell, CEO & Founder, 100.co The all-new, hour-long extended episodes feature five new entrepreneurs ea...
8m Aug 27, 2021
8m
You Never Know the Impact of Your Message With Travis Mills and Nick Gross: Founders, girlfriends | #ThePlaybook 453
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Travis Mills and Nick Gross, founders of the band girlfriends, chat about: [:20] - How a random Instagram Story led to the pair forming their band [2:03] - Why they believe that the pandemic has actually accelerated their success by forcing them to pivot  [6:00] - How the pair have been able to increase their productivity five-fold while working from home [1...
19m Aug 26, 2021
19m
How The Law of Attraction Actually Works | A Conversation With John Assaraf & Craig Siegel
Hey everyone, today’s episode features one of my mentees and my mentors, Craig Siegel and I welcomed John Assaraf to the Paradigm Shift, and the three of us discussed the secret to manifesting what you want, the Law of GOYA (Get Off Your Ass!) and how a vision board actually works. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite part from today’s episode and check the show notes to see where you can email...
32m Aug 25, 2021
32m
What it Take to Be a Successful Sports Agent With Nicole Lynn: NFL Agent & President of Football Operations, Klutch Sports } #ThePlaybook 452
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nicole Lynn, NFL Agent & President of Football Operations for Klutch Sports, shares her thoughts on: [4:35] - How she works to deal with unconscious bias in an industry that is typically male-dominated [7:24] - The one thing that every aspiring sports agent needs to do in order to succeed  [9:13] - Why she strives to “take up space” by being authentic [17:07...
20m Aug 24, 2021
20m
Trust and Verify | Road to Revenue #74
Knowing who to trust is key for not only business success, but personal success, as well. What I use in order to make the determination on which people to believe (and invest in) is a two-step process that I call trust and vet. Distrusting everyone is no way to approach life and the same can be said about blindly trusting everyone, but I prefer to take a more positive perspective to start. Give...
59m Aug 23, 2021
59m
The #1 Common Denominator of Success
Perform a self-evaluation. Think about how much time per day you are committed to the pursuit of your potential. Are you consistent? Are you persistent? Do you need to improve in these areas? Consistency is a massively important because it allows you to focus on what you want. Focusing on a goal and working toward it every day allows you to utilize the power of intention. That focus yields expo...
24m Aug 22, 2021
24m
The Lessons That Changed My Life
Whether you have nothing or a 40-million-dollar home in Newport Beach, there will always be people who live as if there’s not enough. Then there’s the world of “just enough.” That world blends scarcity with abundance. Even people who are generous will trade rather than give—they’ll give, but they will always expect something in return. The world I’m trying to manifest is a world of “more than e...
34m Aug 21, 2021
34m
Your Product Speaks For Itself | 2 Minute Drill S2E10
Today's episode is a sneak peek at the latest episode of 2 Minute Drill! 2 Minute Drill is back and better than ever and this season we've got hour-long episodes. Joining me on today's episode are Rory Cutaia, CEO of Verb Technologies, Jayson Waller, Founder & CEO of Powerhome Solar, and Will Ford, the President and Cofounder of Launchboom The all-new, hour-long extended episodes feature five n...
7m Aug 20, 2021
7m