Episodes

Ashkan Karbasfrooshan, Founder and CEO of WatchMojo, sits down to discuss how a strong desire to solve problems constructively taught him to create value for others, as well as how the vision and mission of WatchMojo have evolved over the years. Karbasfrooshan and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a wide range of topics including how young entrepreneurs can find (and leverage) their competitive advantages, why WatchMojo uses lists in order to educate its audience, and strategies f...

Today's episode is one of the best stories we have ever heard on The Playbook, so I needed to share with all of you that haven't heard Mike's story yet. Make sure you go back and check out the full conversation with Mike and let me know if you want to hear more of these Flashback Friday episodes.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Denzel Perryman, Pro Bowl linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders, sits down to chat about: [:28] - The impact that Ray Lewis has had on his playing style and mindset [3:34] - How he’s learned to handle the “business” of playing in the NFL and the situations that come along with it [6:56] - The story of his first start NFL against Aaron Rodgers and what it means to be “one play away” [17:42] - The fighter he watches in order to get psyched up for games. Tweet m...

This choice, 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 same time, I detach my happiness from the goal. I do not create an immediate plan to get ...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Peter Tuchman, The "Einstein of Wall Street" and the Most Iconic Stock Broker at the NY Stock Exchange, discusses: [1:15] - The role that gratitude and kindness play in achieving success in business [7:42] - His thoughts on “meme stocks” and the democratization of the investment community [11:14] - The “rules of the game” that every young trader must understand [17:59] - How to deal with the thoughts that cause the most problems in our lives Tweet me your ta...

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. 5 Steps 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. The...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Adam Burke, President & CEO at Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, shares his thoughts on: [:35] - The economic impact of hosting the Super Bowl in Los Angeles [5:07] - How the mix of “old and new” helps to set LA apart from other cities around the world [9:25] - How the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board is helping people make the most of their visit for the Super Bowl [18:10] - The one thing that gets him the most excited about the future of Los Ang...

Bob Proctor changed my life. Seeing him on stage impacted me in so many ways, it made me realize exactly what my life’s mission was, to empower others to empower others. One of my greatest mentors will be missed. I love you Bob Proctor 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

Today's episode is a flashback to my conversation with James Clear, the author of Atomic Habits. James taught me so much about effectively creating habits and why it's so important to start "voting" for what you want, not what someone else wants for you. Let me know if you want to hear more of these Flashback Friday episodes and if you want to see me sit down James Clear for another episode. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Michele Romanow, Co-Founder & President of Clearco, sits down to discuss: [1:25] - Why she didn’t feel comfortable as the youngest (and “poorest”) cast member on Dragon’s Den Canada [5:04] - How Clearco is able to invest $10 million in a company without meeting the founder [5:47] - Why the biases that occur in venture funding are actually a “giant opportunity” [10:14] - How entrepreneurs can find confidence and motivation from being underestimated by others ...

In order to be revolutionary, you have to be evolutionary. Stay in business tomorrow and continue to evolve. Remember, make a lot of money, help a lot of people, have a lot of 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/friday-training-1 Text Me! (949) 298-2905

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Rick Mirza, CEO of Topdot Solar, sits down to discuss: [:30] - The secret ingredient to Topdot’s growth so far [2:20] - How the correct first impression sets the tone for your customer relationships [4:06] - The simple three-step process they use to train their sales staff [7:14] - How advanced technology and AI can help detect problems before users realize that anything is wrong Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmel...

For today's episode, I took some of my favorite questions from my #BYOQ Live Q&A session I hosted on Friday for 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...

When it comes to negotiating, accurately knowing the value you bring is crucial. Can you clearly articulate that your negotiating partner(s) will get more value than you are asking for in return? 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

Bryan Moore, CEO and Co-Founder at talkshoplive, and Tina Moore, Co-Founder at talkshoplive, share their thoughts on the pain points they experienced that led to the creation of the platform, as well as the advantages of being brother and sister founders. The Moores and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about topics including the role that patience plays in a startup, what it takes to turn the “No’s” you receive into “How’s”, and how ecommerce is evolving to give consumers more access t...

Today's episode is a flashback to my conversation with Sadhguru. This is probably my favorite podcast I've ever done, and I learn so much from it every time I listen to it. If you haven't already, make sure you go and listen to the full episode. Let me know if you want to hear more of these Flashback Friday episodes and if you want to see me sit down Sadhguru for another episode. Tweet me your takeaway from today’s episode @davidmeltzer Email Me! david@dmeltzer.com Sign up for my Free Weekly...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Alec Ingold, Pro Bowl Fullback on the Las Vegas Raiders, shares his thoughts on: [1:19] - His mindset as one of the few fullbacks in the NFL [4:00] - The biggest lessons he’s learned while recovering from his ACL injury [7:02] - Why he believes that having financial well-being is more important than just being financially literate [16:28] - How choosing the right friends and surrounding yourself with the right environment sets you up for success Tweet me you...

Quitting is when you give up on yourself and your capabilities. Keep enjoying the consistent everyday, persistent without quit, pursuit of your potential. 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

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nicolas Julia, Co-founder & CEO at Sorare, shares his thoughts on: [:47] - How they are able to remove barriers in order to make collectibles more accessible (and more engaging) for fans [4:30] - How Sorare’s platform combines fantasy sports with the sports collectible market [8:00] - The company’s recent Series B round and what it takes to be profitable on Day 1 [11:36] - Why it is so essential to bridge the physical world and the metaverse Tweet me your ta...

Today's episode is a coaching session with one of my favorite clients, Shawn Walchef, the founder of Cali BBQ Media. We're going to go over what exactly is a wind-down routine, and how can someone get started creating their own media company. 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

A stable routine is always helpful, which is why having a habit machine is essential for those who are trying to maximize 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 raise i...

John Madsen, Founder of Supra Human and high-performance coach, talks about how he was able to accomplish his dream of making it to the NFL, despite never playing a down of high school football, and the most valuable insights he gained along the way. Madsen and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about a range of topics including what it takes for a coach to bring out the best in their team, the value that comes from controlling your emotional states, as well as why it is so hard for many...

Today's episode is a Flashback to my first time sitting down with Andy Frisella. Andy shared with me his five task rule that he does every single day, and that is the reason why he is so successful. If you enjoyed today's episode, make sure you go back and listen to the full conversation, and make sure you check out my appearance on Andy's show. Let me know if you want to hear more of these Flashback Friday episodes and if you want to see me sit down with Andy Frisella for another episode. Tw...

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Matt Kalish, Co-Founder & President of DraftKings, shares his thoughts on: [3:13] - Why it took the DraftKings co-founders longer than they expected to get a positive response from VCs [5:48] - How they encourage their team members to “act like an owner” of the company [7:55] - The stabilizing force that has helped DraftKings to deal with new regulations and a changing market [16:52] - What it means to have a team that deeply understands the needs of the cust...