Take Advantage of The Time You Have
Hey everyone, I've got another extended Live Q&A for you. On Tuesday I was joined by my dear friend, the legendary sports agent Bruce Tollner. Bruce and I answered some questions about getting the career you desire and my son Miles put Bruce on the hot seat with some questions about NFL free agency. I was also joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of Lemonade, Daniel Schreiber. Daniel gave us all so...
2hr 3m Mar 20, 2020
2hr 3m
Joe De Sena: CEO and Founder of Spartan Race | #ThePlaybook 211
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Joe De Sena, CEO and Founder of Spartan Race, provides his insights on: [6:51] - Why you need to set expectations about your management style immediately upon hiring team members[8:14] - How a feeling of accomplishment or achievement can help people push through tough times or challenges[12:00] -  How many entrepreneurs fall into a trap of being guided by their ...
24m Mar 19, 2020
24m
Money Doesn’t Disappear
Today’s episode is the perfect example of an adaptable routine, I usually only go live for Q&A for about 20 minutes, but due to the current circumstances I have more white space in my calendar than ever before, so I’m making myself productive and accessible for everyone to teach you all how we can use this time to create new opportunities to find and create money during this time to stabilize y...
2hr 1m Mar 18, 2020
2hr 1m
Jason Witten and Kevin Brown: Future Hall of Fame Tight End and CMO of Sleep Number | #ThePlaybook 211
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Kevin Brown, Senior VP and Chief Marketing Officer for Sleep Number, and Jason Witten, legendary Dallas Cowboys tight end, share their thoughts on: [5:00] - What the most successful people understand about the relationship between prioritizing the “little things” and their performance[6:32] - Why Kevin believes that Sleep Number beds are almost exactly like havi...
16m Mar 17, 2020
16m
How To Get Hired For Your Dream Job
Today's episode is about what it takes to get hired for your dream job. Today's episode is from a speech I gave on careers in sports. A lot of people come to me and say that they want to work in sports, but sports isn't a profession. You have to be more interested than interesting and have the three things that I talk about in today's episode.
10m Mar 16, 2020
10m
Cynthia Kersey: CEO & Founder of the Unstoppable Foundation | #ThePlaybook 210
Cynthia Kersey, CEO & Founder of the Unstoppable Foundation and best-selling author, talks about how she developed an unstoppable mindset, pushing through the pain that she experienced personally by finding her true purpose in life. Kersey and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including the difference between unconditional giving and trading, why giving can be ...
33m Mar 15, 2020
33m
Getting Out of a Rut
Today's episode is from my Weekly Live Q&A session last week. Make sure you text me at (949) 298-2905 to find out the next time I am going live and let me know what your biggest takeaway was from today's episode. We sometimes find ourselves in a trajectory we don't want to be in or when there is corrosion that is connecting us to the greatest sources of energy we carry, inspiration. I practice ...
16m Mar 14, 2020
16m
How To Find Opportunity In Uncertain Times
Hey everyone, I had a meeting with my team to discuss how we are here to be of service to you. We are going to provide stability by providing content that will help you get back to center. We are also going to help you find opportunities to take the lessons to expand and grow. Please let me know how I can be of service to you by texting me at (949) 298-2905. Text me for opportunities to meet ...
27m Mar 13, 2020
27m
Maria Bartiromo: Anchor At Fox Business | #ThePlaybook 209
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Maria Bartiromo, 2-time Emmy winning journalist and host of Mornings w/ Maria, Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street, and Sunday Morning Futures shares her thoughts on:[7:38] - How her approach to the first day of an internship at CNN set her apart from other interns [12:24] - Becoming the first journalist who reported live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange ...
22m Mar 12, 2020
22m
How to Be a Great Leader | A Conversation With Gary Vaynerchuk and Champ Bailey
Hey everyone! Today's episode is a throwback to August of 2019 when I got to sit down with my good friend Gary Vaynerchuk and the newly inducted Pro Football Hall of Famer, Champ Bailey. The three of us were joined by Scott Tindle and we talked about what it takes to be a great leader on and off the field. Text me your biggest takeaway from today's episode at (949) 298-2905 and let me know if y...
37m Mar 11, 2020
37m
Nicole Arbour: Comedian and Entrepretainer | #ThePlaybook 208
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nicole Arbour, Comedian and Entrepretainer, shares her thoughts on a variety of topics including: [3:24] - How hearing Denzel Washington’s voice in her head inspired her to change her mindset and life[10:08] - Her beginnings as a YouTuber and how she finally found a way to use her comedy to heal herself[14:09] - Why Robin Williams’ death changed her views on lif...
31m Mar 10, 2020
31m
Create Your Own Opportunities
Today's episode is all about opportunity. All I see is opportunity, if something goes well, there is opportunity. If something goes wrong, there is an opportunity. Create the mindset that whenever something gets hard, all it means is that something good is happening. Energy creates the opportunity and when energy shifts too far in one direction you have to look for how you can create opportunit...
13m Mar 09, 2020
13m
Phillip Stutts: Founder of Go BIG Media | #ThePlaybook 207
Phillip Stutts, Founder of Go BIG Media, Win BIG Media, and best-selling author of Fire Them Now, shares his thoughts on why the five step process for branding a politician is the exact same as branding a person, product, or service in any other industry, and why customer data is so essential when putting together an impactful advertising campaign. Stutts and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltze...
24m Mar 08, 2020
24m
How To Create a Mindset
Hey everyone, today's episode is from a speech I gave to USC's Sports Business Association. When I went through my transformation I took stock in who I was and what I wanted to become. Now everyday I take an inventory of my values everyday to create my mindset. What are your values, and how often do you take inventory of those values. Text me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know. Text me for ...
7m Mar 07, 2020
7m
The Three Keys To Success
Hey everyone, I received a lot of positive feedback about last weeks episode that was nearly 2 hours long, so I had my team dig up a speech I gave at a community college in Philadelphia in September of 2017. This was one of those days where I was channeling and delivering bomb after bomb. The best part about the speech was when I finished, nobody left. Everyone stuck around for Q&A and I receiv...
1hr 47m Mar 06, 2020
1hr 47m
Megan Smith: Former United States Chief Technology Officer | #ThePlaybook 206
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Megan Smith, Founder and CEO of Shift7 and former CTO of the United States, sits down to share her thoughts on: [5:25] President Obama’s thought process for creating the position of United States Chief Technology Officer [7:59] Why people should be using the internet to “scout and scale” for genius problem-solvers and solutions[15:30] How today’s leaders can bri...
24m Mar 05, 2020
24m
How To Find The Right Partnership
Hey everyone today’s episode is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive. How to find the right partner. Pay attention to what you want in a partner, put attention and intention into it and watch them come into your life. Text me your biggest takeaway at (949) 298-2905. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
12m Mar 04, 2020
12m
Mike Raffensperger: Chief Marketing Officer of FanDuel | #ThePlaybook 205
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mike Raffensperger, Chief Marketing Officer of FanDuel, shares his insights on:[5:06] How his experience working at Amazon helped give him an understanding of the digital advertising marketplace[8:03] Why you need to be telling an impactful story with your content that also improves your audience’s experience[10:35] Why he believes that FanDuel is one of the bes...
23m Mar 03, 2020
23m
What You Can Accomplish In 5 Minutes With Gary Vaynerchuk
Hi everyone! Today's episode is a really short one but I wanted to show all of you just how much can be accomplished in a quick five minute meeting. This was my favorite five minutes from the Super Bowl, I sat down to learn from my mentor/mentee and good friend Gary Vaynerchuk.
4m Mar 02, 2020
4m
Trevor Pryce: Owner of The Outlook Company | #ThePlaybook 204
Trevor Pryce, Owner of The Outlook Company (OVFX), shares the story of how a trip to a movie lot to sign a contract has led him to chase his creative passions, including writing and producing. Trevor talks about some of the ways that he leads his team of creatives by example, and why he’s a big believer in “competing to create”.  Pryce and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about why Tr...
21m Mar 01, 2020
21m
Zack Weiner: President and Co-Founder of Overtime | #ThePlaybook 203
Zack Weiner, President and Co-Founder of Overtime, discusses the changing preferences of today’s young sports fans and how Overtime caters its content to the next generation. Weiner also talks about the origins of the company and how the startup he launched in college prepared him to solve some of the problems in the sports media market that Overtime addresses. Weiner and host of #ThePlaybook,...
20m Feb 29, 2020
20m
The Easiest Way To Increase Your Sales
Hey everyone, today's episode is something a little different. I'm giving you guys almost 2 hours of some of the best pragmatic sales advice I've ever given. If you liked the extended episode, let me know and text me what your biggest takeaway was from today's episode at (949) 298-2905.
1hr 44m Feb 28, 2020
1hr 44m
Jorge Masvidal: UFC Fighter and BMF Titleholder | #ThePlaybook 202
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jorge Masvidal, UFC fighter and BMF titleholder, chats about:[3:54] How he made all of his 2019 plans into reality, including winning Fighter of the Year [7:29] Why he draws inspiration from seeing his mother putting together necklaces in the middle of the night as a child[10:27] His simple equation for success and why consistency is so crucial in order to perfo...
20m Feb 27, 2020
20m
Life Is All About Lessons
Life is all about lessons, and you are going to forget every lesson you have ever learned. Luckily, you have the ability to remember each lesson at anytime. What have been some of your most valuable lessons yet? Text them to me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know what your biggest takeaway was from todays episode. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https...
37m Feb 26, 2020
37m
Mikael Brandrup: Visual Artist and Entrepreneur | #ThePlaybook 201
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Mikael Brandrup, visual artist, graphic designer, and entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on:[1:03] Why he felt trapped while running a design agency at age 23[6:38] How the “viral” reaction to the first art piece he shared online helped to inspire him to keep going[7:00] His mission to solve the struggle that many artists face in monetizing their passion [21:00] ...
23m Feb 25, 2020
23m
The Easiest Way To Keep Your Clients
When I coach my clients, they have to make more money than I am charging them each month. If I am charging you more money than you make, then I am not charging you. Why would you charge your clients if you are not helping them make more money, help more people and have more fun? Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
8m Feb 24, 2020
8m
Matt Lombardi and Kevin Moran: Co-Founders beam CBD | #ThePlaybook 200
Matt Lombardi and Kevin Moran, co-founders of the CBD company beam, chat about how they discovered CBD due to their injury-shortened athletic careers and what sets their products apart from competitors in the space. Lombardi, Moran, and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a range of topics including the stresses that come along with raising capital for a startup, how to stand out from...
24m Feb 23, 2020
24m
The Power of Your Perception
I forget the lesson of gratitude a lot, almost every day, but this life is all about lessons. You are going to forget every lesson you've ever learned, but you have the ability to remember them at any time. Controlling your perception with a lens of gratitude will lead to freedom. Nobody will ever affect you. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://...
9m Feb 22, 2020
9m
Don't Worry About The Next Big Platform
Stop worrying about what the next big platform is. Shift your attention and intention on creating good content and consistently uploading everyday. Capture, amplify and perpetuate. Find your frequency and watch your audience grow. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
9m Feb 21, 2020
9m
Nick Keller: Founder and CEO of Benchmark | #ThePlaybook 199
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nick Keller, Founder and CEO of Benchmark, sits down to share his thoughts on:[5:37] Why sports bring together all aspects of society and creates opportunities to solve local and global issues[14:19] How sports can help promote better mental health for anyone who is willing to be vulnerable[20:00] Why he loves hiring people that are autonomous and restless[22:55...
32m Feb 20, 2020
32m
Don't Attach Your Emotions To The Future
Practice ending fear. Think about what emotions come into play when you think about the future, stop attaching negative emotions to the unknown and stay present. Today's episode is from my weekly live Q&A session, text me to find out when I am going live. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: https://dmeltzer.com/events/
12m Feb 19, 2020
12m
Rudy Ruettiger: Inspiration For The Film Rudy | #ThePlaybook 198
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Rudy Ruettiger, motivational speaker and inspiration for the film Rudy, discusses:[4:51] Why getting inspired is a prerequisite for achieving your dreams and how he was inspired by the movie Rocky[8:29] How to better connect with others by practicing patience and refining your message[9:44] Why he didn’t let getting blown off by screenwriter Angelo Pizzo stop hi...
23m Feb 18, 2020
23m
A Goal I've Had For More Than 10 Years | Conversation With Donovan McNabb
I have been blessed to have Warren Moon as my business partner, and for more than 10 years it has been one of our goals to end the labeling of "black quarterbacks" and change the tone of discussion around evaluating quarterbacks. At the Super Bowl I was fortunate to sit down with one of Warren's mentees Donovan McNabb to discuss this very topic. Let me know if you would like to hear more conten...
7m Feb 17, 2020
7m
Toby Cosgrove: Former President and CEO of The Cleveland Clinic | #ThePlaybook 197
Toby Cosgrove, Former President and CEO of the Cleveland Clinic, shares his thoughts on the challenges of leading a hospital from the viewpoint of a world-renowned surgeon, and talks about how his dyslexia has brought him a unique perspective on life and business. Toby Cosgrove and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a variety of topics including how Toby’s wealth of experience in ...
16m Feb 16, 2020
16m
Kylie Kiang: Chief Marketing Officer of OnePlus | #ThePlaybook 196
Kyle Kiang, Chief Marketing Officer of OnePlus, shares how he went from a customer to leading the company’s marketing efforts, and discusses some of the lessons he learned while working for other billion-dollar brands like Gatorade and LG. Kyle Kiang and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including the benefits and drawbacks of a digital-first marketing approach,...
20m Feb 15, 2020
20m
Manifesting More Money | Interview on The MIMIBEE Podcast
Today's episode is my appearance on the MIMIBEE Podcast with Mimi Bouchard. Mimi has had a lot of great guests and I was fortunate to be one of them. I've included a link to her show down below. Text me for opportunities to meet up: (949) 298-2905 Where I'm speaking: dmeltzer.com/events Check out the MIMIBEE Podcast: https://mimibee.com/podcast
1hr 2m Feb 14, 2020
1hr 2m
Wayne Kimmel: Managing Partner of SeventySix Capital | #ThePlaybook 195
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Wayne Kimmel, Managing Partner of SeventySix Capital, provides insights on:[1:49] How a law degree can give venture capitalists an edge on the competition[3:45] Why you can’t find the right people to work alongside without networking[8:44] Why being a coachable entrepreneur is a key for you to get an investment [15:30] His simple morning routine that will help a...
20m Feb 13, 2020
20m
Your Perspective Is Your Reality
Your perspective is your reality. How you choose to shape your reality is up to you. Today's episode is from a meetup I held in Huntington Beach. If you would like to come to a meetup and ask me a few questions, text me at (949) 298-2905 to find out when I am coming to a city near you.
8m Feb 12, 2020
8m
Josh “The Fat Jewish” Ostrovsky and David “DOC” Oliver Cohen: Co-Founders of BABE Wine | #ThePlaybook 194
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Josh “The Fat Jewish” Ostrovsky and David “DOC” Oliver Cohen, co-founders of BABE Wine, shares their thoughts on:[2:01] How talking with their audience inspired the pair to create BABE Wine, despite them not being “wine guys”[9:43] Why social media conversation is more valuable than any “made up” metrics and KPIs[14:14] Why people feel more connected to “Interne...
29m Feb 11, 2020
29m
Stop Trying To Balance Your Day
Stop worrying about finding a balance, some days will be about others and some days will be about you. The way that I find a "balance" is I give a minimum amount of time to something or someone each day and I prioritize what requires more time. Today's episode is from my Super Bowl meetup, if you would like to come to a meetup in a city near you, text me at (949) 298-2905 to find out where I wi...
14m Feb 10, 2020
14m
Carlos Gil: CEO And Founder Of Gil Media Co. | #ThePlaybook 193
Carlos Gil, CEO and founder of Gil Media Co. and best-selling author of The End of Marketing, talks about his career journey, including dropping out of school and selling shoes, before realizing his passion for digital marketing. Gil and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about why the images that are portrayed on social media give us a false sense of reality, how Carlos uses a “social ...
22m Feb 09, 2020
22m
How To Build An Audience You Can Monetize
Hey everyone! Today's episode is from my weekly live Q&A. I'm going live to call you and answer your questions at least once a week. Text me your question (949) 298-2905 for a chance to have your question answered next time I go live. Make sure to connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook so you don't miss the next live Q&A session.
12m Feb 08, 2020
12m
How To Create Good Habits And Be Consistent
Hey everyone! I talk about consistently a lot and today's episode is one my favorite ways I have explained the importance of consistency and creating good habits. Creating a habit requires focusing on something with attention and intention for a minimum amount of time each day. What habits are you trying to create? Text me at (949) 298-2905 and let me know how you are doing on the consistent pu...
7m Feb 07, 2020
7m
Kathleen Griffith: Founder And CEO of Grayce & Co
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Kathleen Griffith, Founder & CEO of Grayce & Co, shares her thoughts on:[2:25] The positive impact that one of Nike’s marketing campaigns had on Kathleen’s future[4:22] Why her goals for the first year of a business are always performance-based[13:21] How to build a mindset that will keep you inspired, no matter what challenges you are facing [16:10] Why you sho...
21m Feb 06, 2020
21m
Surrounding Yourself With The Right People
Hey Everyone, Today’s episode is one of my favorite conversations I had at Super Bowl and probably some of the best pragmatic advice I’ve received in a long time. And it came from  the oldest player to ever play in the Super Bowl, Matt Stover. Matt created the Players Philanthropy Fund, his mission is to help athletes such as Ray Lewis and Ed Reed manage charities that are fiscally sound. Don...
18m Feb 05, 2020
18m
Moiz Ali: Founder of Native | #ThePlaybook 191
On this episode of #ThePlaybook Moiz Ali, Founder of Native, shares his thoughts on:[3:44] How he was able to identify the “right product” at the “right time” with Native[10:13] What entrepreneurs can learn from Blockbuster’s failure to acquire Netflix[13:10] Why the M&A process is analogous to a wedding[19:54] How he handled the times when he was losing faith in himself
24m Feb 04, 2020
24m
4 Ways To Reduce Stress
Today's episode is from my meetup in Chicago in February of 2019. If you would like to come to one of my meetups in a city near you, text me at (949) 298-2905.
7m Feb 03, 2020
7m
Marcus Allen: Hall of Fame Running Back | #ThePlaybook 190
Marcus Allen, Pro Football Hall of Fame running back, shares his thoughts on how his parents taught him the value of hard work and why he believes that nothing worthwhile is given, it must be earned. Marcus Allen and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss a variety of topics including why Marcus’ fashion sense was ahead of the game, how much a “free lunch” can actually cost you, and why ...
22m Feb 02, 2020
22m
Be Kind To Your Future Self
Today's episode is the first time I shared a personal story about a time that I was kind to my future self. 20 years later I received a gift and it left me in tears. Text me at (949) 298-2905 and tell me about a time you were kind to your future self and how it benefited you later on and how that made you feel.
8m Feb 01, 2020
8m
You Are Not What You Do
Sometimes transitioning careers can feel like a death. Athletes for example have two deaths, the first being when they retire. I help people with their transitions, whether it is finishing college or switching careers, these are the steps to successfully owning your transition. Let me know what transitions you have overcome or are currently trying to overcome by texting me at (949) 298-2905.
34m Jan 31, 2020
34m