Episodes

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,” I mean the parts of the people you are most attracted to— the parts of others that bring you confidenc...

While voting for what you want, you’ll get a lot of advice along the way. One of the best ways to handle this advice, especially from loved ones, is to treat others' advice like a handful of sand. We should be grateful for people who give advice and take time to think about it, be appreciative. And if you don't like their advice or it isn’t aligned with your values, let it run through your fingers like a grain of sand. But when someone gives you that pearl of wisdom, be sure to hang on to it. T...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Vance Roush, CEO & Founder of Overflow, shares his thoughts on: [:48] - How his experience as a pastor in the Silicon Valley taught him the meaning of generosity [2:54] - Why his perspective on fear and fate have shifted in recent years [7:22] - The biggest problem that Overflow solves for charities and how giving is becoming “frictionless” [16:08] - How he uses his strength as a storyteller to share his vision with others Tweet me your takeaway from today’s...

Something may be burning, but it’s not sports radio legend Jim Rome, host of The Jim Rome Show and The Reinvention Project with Jim Rome, who shares his thoughts on how to build a career in content and what makes an exceptional interview in a clip from Season Two episode of Office Hours. Rome and I discussed our favorite parts of hosting a podcast, how to cultivate a mindset that pushes you towards your potential, and the drawbacks of looking for shortcuts. — Office Hours features billionaire...

Metta World Peace and I discussed how he applies on-court lessons to his business pursuits, the best way to land a celebrity investor, and the mindset it takes to be a top defender in the NBA on this week’s episode of Office Hours. — Office Hours features billionaires, millionaires, entrepreneurs, celebrities, athletes, and entertainers to talk about success, failure, and everything in between. Other guests from Season 2 include: Daymond John from Shark Tank, entrepreneur and best-selling aut...

For today's episode, 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 Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1 ...

Instead of looking for a target audience, focus on trying to find people with an open mind, open heart, and open hands. Open Mind - Is a person willing to consider outside perspectives? Open Heart - Are they kind and willing to be honest with you? Open Hands - How much of themselves do they give to others 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-...

Avery Carl, CEO and founder of the Short Term Shop, and Author of Short-Term Rental, Long-Term Wealth, talks about how she was able to turn her first long-term property rental into a real estate portfolio with hundreds of doors, and also shares some of her favorite tips and tricks to deliver the best experience for your rental customers. Carl and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including the process to find the right funding options for you, some of the most co...

What Attributes Make a Good Coach? There is one aspect where the best coaches are united, and that is through consistency. A good coach is consistent in the time and interest they devote to their “team”, as well as their behavior, feedback, and the suggestions they give. These coaches don’t let their own issues impact their ability to lead, they can keep these issues separate from their role as a coach. No matter what area of life you are working on improving, a coach is able to help you bring ...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Chans Weber, Founder and President of Agile and Co., shares his thoughts on: [1:10] - How getting his car repossessed served as a turning point in his life [3:16] - Why speaking in plain “human language” sets him apart from other digital marketers [8:03] - Why SEO is the “golden egg” for service businesses [9:59] - The two main marketing ideologies and how to decide what fits best for your business Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer E...

On today’s episode, learn why Naveen Jain, Founder & CEO of Viome, says most of us choose to be “down with the sickness” and what we can do to take control of our health, with a clip from Season Two episode of Office Hours. Jain and host David Meltzer talk about the power of practicing gratitude and what drives the world’s most successful businesses, as well as the mindset it takes to persevere as an entrepreneur. — Office Hours features billionaires, millionaires, entrepreneurs, celebrities,...

Get things cooking with this clip from Season Two episode of Office Hours featuring legendary chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck dishing his insights on brand building and how he handled being fired from his first restaurant job. On this episode of Office Hours, Wolfgang Puck and host David Meltzer chat about how Puck’s tough childhood helped to fuel his passion for food, his favorite dishes to cook (and eat), as well as the recipe for being a successful mentor. — Office Hours features billi...

During last week's Friday Training, I had the pleasure of talking with good friend, TJ Colaiezzi, the CEO of LifeBrand. TJ and I discussed how you can utilize his companies technology to help clean up your social media, and get an advantage over others when applying for new jobs or applying for colleges. 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

This is the wealth element and often referred to as the least important value. Remember, you are a vessel and that things flow through you for others. Don’t let wealth drive you. Let your driving force be clarity, balance, focus, and confidence based on your personal experience and humanitarian values because the money will come based on what you want to manifest as long as you remain ready to receive.

Today’s episode from Season Two episode of Office Hours features super serial entrepreneur Dan Fleyshman, Founder of Elevator Studios, sharing his insights on how to set an example for other business leaders to follow and surpass. On this episode of Office Hours, Fleyshman and host David Meltzer chat about how to build a community that creates a massive impact and why you should treat business like a video game. Fleyshman, who was the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history, al...

Set the Stage: During the learning stage, introduce your values to new members of the team. It is vital that all employees are aligned with the values of your business. Help your team connect to what inspires them, and they are more likely to live by your business’s values. Execution: In the execution stage, employees learn to maintain proper balance in achieving the company’s mission. Having a motto or mission to guide employees during this stage is important for success in a values-based busi...

When we get new interns, I make sure to set the tone by telling them that we do not teach about working in the industry. Instead, we teach four things that are applicable to all aspects of life: gratitude, empathy, accountability, and effective communication. To get everyone aligned, reinforce your company values in all three stages of scaling your business, and use different strategies to instill them. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sig...

Dive into this week’s episode with Daymond John, Founder, President, and CEO of FUBU, investor on Shark Tank, & founder of The Shark Group, as he discusses the “secret of the deal” on an all-new Season Two episode of Office Hours. On this episode, John shares his insights on the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when scaling a business, getting the most out of your deal flow, and why self-belief is key to making the most of your opportunities. — Office Hours features billionaires, millionai...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Noah Kerner, CEO of Acorns, sits down to discuss: [:39] - The meaning behind the Acorns brand [3:28] - Why “timing the market” is not the optimal approach for investing [6:46] - How Acorns sets up their user base for future financial success [11:51] - Why educating your customer is an essential part of a long-term relationship Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly Training https://...

It is important to note that a decent percentage of the population have not had to deal with a recession before. For most of us, the Great Recession (from 2007-2009) is our nearest point of comparison, and quite a bit has changed in the intervening years. While there will be many differences between that experience and this one, there are still many lessons that we can take from that previous recession and apply to the current one. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Ema...

A productive person knows how to maximize two things: the activities they get paid for and the activities they don’t get paid for. This delineation is important to make when maximizing your productivity and accessibility, so you can prioritize the activities you get paid for, as well as those activities which you enjoy the most. 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-...

Cameron Heyward, Defensive Tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers, discusses what it’s like to be the son of a Pro Bowl NFL player and how the legacy of his father Craig "Ironhead" Heyward has helped him to find his path in life. He also chats about the creation of the Cameron Heyward Foundation as a way to serve as a role model for underserved kids. Heyward and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a variety of topics including their thoughts on the wildest game in the 2021 NFL season, h...

A stable routine is always helpful, which is why having a habit machine is essential for those who are trying to maximize the efficiency with their time. Your habit machine, which is simply a system to help you build positive habits, will help you to begin adding more value to your daily routine. The first step is a little counterintuitive to some: lower the bar. Tell yourself, "I'm going to do this a minimum of one minute today, two minutes a day tomorrow." Set the bar low, but continually rai...

Today’s episode has Austin Ekeler, running back for the Los Angeles Chargers, sharing his thoughts on the mindset he’s used to become one of the NFL’s strongest players. On this episode, Ekeler and host David Meltzer chat about how to create a community that empowers others to be their best self, our role in the “cycle of giving back”, and how to have the toughness to overcome any doubt you experience. — Office Hours features billionaires, millionaires, entrepreneurs, celebrities, athletes, a...