The Playbook With David Meltzer

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with seasoned entrepreneur and former professional skater, Rob Dyrdek, about the power of time in the human journey. Rob shared his insights on how time and the mind are intertwined, and how he's found a unique balance between the different aspects of his life. He also discussed his secret to reaching the most optimal version of himself, and the qualitative process he uses to prioritize his time. If you're looking to gain practical wisdom on how to optimize your own time and lead a more fulfilling life, this episode is a must-listen!

In my chat with Albert Preciado, CEO & Founder of The Mortgage Guys, Ambiance Realty, and DRIVEN Enterprises, we discussed the importance of being coachable, humble, and hungry. We chatted about strategies to scale a company from the ground up, setting your employees up to succeed, and what it means to lead by experience.You can learn more about Albert and his work at: www.albertpreciado.com

On today’s episode I participated in an honest and emotional conversation hosted by Brian Bogert on his podcast, “Flipping the Lid”. During our chat, I discussed breaking the chains of my scarce family lineage, the first individual who encouraged me to express vulnerability, how I addressed and gave meaning to one of the biggest inflection points of my life, and the third stage of accountability.Learn more about Brian Bogert here:https://tr.ee/EfItF0XXMO

In my chat with Todd Graves, founder of Raising Cane's, we discussed the importance of working hard to achieve your dreams, why Raising Cane’s doesn’t compromise on quality, how his new TV show, Secret Sauce, can help and inspire others, and his biggest mistake as the leader of one of the biggest chain restaurants in the country.You can learn more about Todd and Raising Cane’s at:www.raisingcanes.com

Myself and co-host Blaine Bartlett, President & CEO of Avatar Resources Inc, had a fireside chat with fellow business leaders about leadership skills for modern entrepreneurs. Along with Andrew Amann, CEO of NineTwoThree Venture Studio, Rob Gill, Founder & CEO of EPIC Financial Strategies, and Jasan Julius, CEO of Double J Brandz, we discussed how to increase employee engagement, how to improve your problem-solving skills as a leader, and strategies for handling personal and professional challenges.Make sure to tune into new episodes of Office Hours every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2/

In this episode, former NFL running back Ricky Williams shares his insights on the intersection of sports and entrepreneurship. He discusses how his time on the field taught him valuable lessons in grit and toughness, which have been essential to his success as an entrepreneur. Williams also reflects on the role of religion and faith in his life and how they have helped him navigate challenges both on and off the field. Through his own experiences, Williams shows us how the skills he developed during his pro sports career have translated into his current role as a successful entrepreneur.

In this episode, James Maslow shares his journey to fame through Nickelodeon's "Big Time Rush", discussing the need to consistently go above and beyond. He also talks about the challenges he faced when transitioning into singing and other roles, which required him to develop radical humility. Throughout his journey, James acknowledges his father as one of his biggest influences and mentors. From his experiences, we gain valuable insights into the life of a successful artist and the importance of discipline, perseverance, and mentorship in achieving one's goals.

Join us in this episode of Season 3 of Office Hours as we speak with Tim Kennedy, a former Special Forces Operator and best-selling author of "Scars and Stripes." Tim shares with us the profound influence of his book, as well as his perspectives on the crucial qualities that drive success in any profession. He also touches on the role that faith has played in his personal journey, and offers valuable advice on how to challenge others in order to promote their growth and development.

I had the opportunity to chat with Holger Seim, Co-Founder and CEO of Blinkist. We discussed the importance of taking the first step to learn something new, why changing your habits can also change your life, and how leaders can create a more engaged workforce.You can learn more about Blinkist at: www.blinkist.com

Today’s episode features a segment from Office Hours Season 3 with a very special guest, legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk. During our discussion, Tony talked about the philanthropic impact he’s had on the skateboarding community, his plans for the future of his personal brand in the next 3-5 years, the best advice for earning respect from your peers while you’re at the top of your game, and his extensive quest to landing the first-ever 900.