The Playbook With David Meltzer

On Episode 102 of #ThePlaybook, Donovan McNabb, former star quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, chats about: Why he wasn’t upset after being booed by Eagles fans at the NFL Draft [6:17] How to deal with your toughest critic by being true to yourself [8:00] The importance of keeping the right attitude in the huddle [13:19] Why his personal connections to diabetes have spurred him to use his platform to raise awareness for the disease [16:15]

Ryan Leslie, CEO of Superphone and Grammy-nominated producer, discusses his journey from attending Harvard at the age of 15 to becoming a world-renowned musical artist and entrepreneur. Ryan provides insights on the importance of enjoying the process, why being inspired is key as a musician, how to find your own frequency, as well as how the digital age has changed the way music is marketed.

On Episode 100 of #ThePlaybook, Tilman Fertitta, : Taking his Landry’s restaurants public and then why he bought them back 18 years later [2:09] Why he considers owning the hometown Houston Rockets to be his greatest accomplishment [8:05] What happens to entrepreneurs who live above their means [11:36] Why he’s so proud that of the corporate culture that Landry’s has [14:26] The most important thing he tries to teach his children [15:47]

Taylor Berry, Chief Marketing Officer of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, talks about the origins of the multi-billion-dollar liquor brand and how founder Tito Beveridge’s failures in other industries led him to success as a distiller. Taylor discusses how the vodka brand used philanthropic events to spread, the company’s efforts to create a culture of giving, as well as his own unique journey to becoming CMO.

On Episode 98 of #ThePlaybook, Jake Olson, former USC long snapper and motivational speaker, shares his thoughts on: Why excuses are the difference between successful and unsuccessful people [7:33] The reasons that you should never forfeit your self-worth [9:29] How his mindset was influenced by a “winner” in Coach Pete Carroll [11:48] Why he wants to serve as an example for those people who weren’t dealt the fairest hand in life [17:21]

Mike Moosbrugger, former NFL player and inspirational speaker, shares his story about the devastating personal tragedy that forever changed his life and the invaluable lessons he learned about embracing pain instead of avoiding it.

Jim Kwik, CEO of Kwik Learning and renowned brain expert, shares his tips for maximizing your brain’s performance and enhancing your retention. He covers some of the techniques he’s learned from working with stars such as Jim Carey and Will Smith, and also challenges some of the common misconceptions about how memory reallly works.

Alex and host of The Playbook, David Meltzer, discuss the similarity in their upbringings and how they felt pressure from their parents about what career path to choose. The pair share the insights that they have learned from interviewing some of the world’s most successful people, tips for sending “cold” emails, and how to leave a phone message to get a callback.

Neil Patel, co-founder of Neil Patel Digital, talks about the opportunities that today’s widespread social media platforms offer in terms of building a personal or professional brand. Neil and host of The Playbook, David Meltzer, chat about how it often takes at least three years to be an “overnight success”, the Rule of Seven, and the role that consistency plays in an optimal content marketing strategy.

Todd Herman, author of “The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life”, provides insights about how creating an alter ego or persona for yourself allows you to suspend any disbelief you might have about yourself and excel. Todd shares an unexpected story about how Martin Luther King Jr. used a pair of nonprescription glasses to build self-confidence.