

The Playbook With David Meltzer
David Meltzer, Entrepreneur.com
Welcome to The Playbook, hosted by entrepreneur, CEO, author and keynote speaker David Meltzer. On the podcast you’ll find a mix of interviews, Q&A, fireside chats, keynotes, and exclusive conversations with the most influential CEO’s, sports icons, and successful entrepreneurs who share their personal and professional play-by-play of the “what”, “why”, and “how” to achieve anything you set your mind to.
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Aug 6, 2020 • 20min
Greg Smith: Co-Founder and CEO of Thinkific | #ThePlaybook 275
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Greg Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Thinkific, provides insights on:
[3:29] - Why an abundant approach to business allows companies to connect with more customers than being scarce
[7:24] - The role that empathy plays from a leadership and hiring standpoint
[12:58] - The most important questions you can ask yourself when considering a pivot
[13:29] - Why there is no better time than now to start building your audience

Aug 5, 2020 • 33min
Living an Abundant Life
They’re back! Two of my favorite coaching clients Alan Lazaros and Kevin Palmieri joined me yet again on Office Hours for a value packed coaching session that I have to share with you. The three of us discussed: living an abundant life the definition of kindness and the practice of putting faith into what you wantLet me know if you enjoy these episodes with Alan and Kevin and want to hear more coaching sessions. Also don’t forget to join me on Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to register!

Aug 4, 2020 • 19min
John Robinson: President and COO of 100 Thieves | #ThePlaybook 274
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, John Robinson, President and COO of 100 Thieves, shares his insight on:
[2:32] – How the generational changes in gaming culture have opened up countless opportunities in esports
[6:29] - Why the global appeal of esports might lead to a variety of leagues and competitions, similar to what we see in soccer
[13:43] – How Fortune 500 companies are finding authentic brands to partner with in the gaming space
[15:48]- 100 Thieves’ branding strategy and how they aim to help their players grow their own personal brands

Aug 3, 2020 • 1h
Open Q&A #2 | Road to Revenue #19
It's Monday! We are back on the Road to Revenue and Happiness. Today's episode is the second #BYOQ Q&A I have hosted and it is packed with value. I want to host a #BYOQ once a month, so let me know if you enjoy the value in these episodes and what you want to learn about next. Don't forget to join me this Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET for another Free Training. Text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to register!

Aug 2, 2020 • 30min
5 Things You Should Be Practicing Every Day
Hi everyone! Today’s episode is from a private training I did for my friend Christian Biscardi, today’s episode is packed with value so I wanted to share it with all of you. I am going to go over: the five things you should be practicing every day for success and managing the highs and the lows I want you all to come join me on Friday for my Free Training at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. You can text me at 949 298 2905 or email me at david@dmeltzer.com to register, or you could visit https://dmeltzer.com/training to register!

Aug 1, 2020 • 22min
Elizabeth Zucker: YPO Chairman and Managing Partner at Interior Investments | #ThePlaybook 273
Elizabeth Zucker, 2019-2020 YPO Chairman and Managing Partner at Interior Investments, talks about why so many young executives seek an environment of peers and discusses the two most common traits she has seen in the most successful leaders. Zucker and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about the importance of putting yourself in a judgement-free environment in order to grow, and why there is such a wide range of “recipes for success” that work for business leaders. The pair also share their thoughts on how Young Presidents Organization has been able to scale worldwide and empower leaders to be the best version of themselves.

Jul 31, 2020 • 34min
You Cannot Fake Your Energy
Hey everyone! Todays episode is an interview I did with my friend and former Playbook guest Carlos Reyes. I have received some good feedback from this so I decided to share it with all of you! Carlos and I discussed: going “all in” as an entrepreneur, why you can’t fake energy when interacting with others, and our advice to young aspiring entrepreneurs.Don’t forget to come join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at 949 298 2905, email at david@dmeltzer.com or visit dmeltzer.com/training to register!

Jul 30, 2020 • 25min
Strauss Zelnick: Chairman and CEO of Take-Two Interactive | #ThePlaybook 272
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Strauss Zelnick, Chairman/CEO of Take-Two Interactive and CEO & managing partner at ZMC, gives his insights on:
[1:28] – The one common attribute in people who get what they want out of life
[10:00] – Why he believes that people who are “givers” win in and out of the workplace
[12:18] – The most frustrating phrase for him to hear during interviews or mock interviews
[18:29] – His three best strategies for entrepreneurs to overcome their fears

Jul 29, 2020 • 23min
Making the Right Assumptions
Hi everyone! Today's episode is from a Training I held at my office in February of 2019. I am going to talk about how we can make the right assumptions, and discuss with some of my employees the assumptions that they are making. Most importantly how assumptions can protect you, as well as be the catalyst on the pursuit of your potential. Please join me every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET, for my Free Training, you can text me at 949 298 2905, email me at david@dmeltzer.comor visithttps://dmeltzer.com/trainingto register!

Jul 28, 2020 • 24min
Danica Patrick: World-Renowned Retired Race Car Driver and Entrepreneur | #ThePlaybook 271
On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Danica Patrick, world-renowned retired race car driver and entrepreneur, chats about:
[4:10] - How honesty and transparency at the beginning of a business relationship help both parties feel comfortable
[11:35] - Why entrepreneurs need to believe in themselves in order to “ride out the storm” when things get tough
[13:00] - How she’s following her dreams of conquering the wine industry and infusing purpose in the business
[19:05] - The magic that happens when you feel like your goals are achievable


