The Playbook With David Meltzer

In this episode, I’m on the Money Buys Happiness Podcast. I talk about how my mother instilled kindness in me and how that inspired the way that I work today. I talk about how Gary Vee informed and inspired me to build my own personal brand to expand my mission of making money, helping people, and having a lot of fun. I emphasizes the importance of thinking big and setting larger goals.

Today’s episode is from a Q&A I did on Entre with CEO & Founder, Michael Marra. The conversation focuses heavily on building a community and the steps I’ve taken over the last 10 years. We also focus on what platforms I’m bullish on right now, and what you should be doing right now if you’re building a brand or community. We talk about my experience so far with Threads and what creators need to do to take advantage of it. We speak about the new role of AI in modifying your content and how it can assist in your amplification. We also dive into how content can be monetized through the “4-pronged” approach.Entre is a platform for entrepreneurs to easily connect, learn, and build. The community consists of over 30,000+ entrepreneurs from all over the world. To learn more about Entre, visit joinentre.com

Today’s episode is from a talk I gave to the Medtronic sales team. We dive into why gratitude is more than just a buzzword and how sharing knowledge isn’t just good for others, but for you too. I share a real story about my mom's journey and although we didn’t have very much, she had an abundant mindset of “more than enough” and how that impacted my perspective. Plus, we tackle the thin line between genuinely knowing your stuff and just faking it. Stick around – I answer Q&A at the end of the episode. It’s a mix of deep dives and straight talk, so give it a listen!Have a question? Text me (949) 298-2905

In this episode of The Playbook, I sit down with Scott LaPorta and Payton White, CEO and Director of Marketing of Sugarfina. We talk about Scott acquiring the Sugarfina brand, the cult following they’ve built, and the existing collaboration opportunities with the brand today.Scott talks about the importance of structuring a deal correctly and what they learned from operating during the pandemic. Payton concludes by going over their collaborations with live events and how they navigate their marketing strategies.

Today’s episode is from a conversation with Josh Luber, co-founder of StockX, zerocool, Servinity, Tech Experts, and ShopTurntable. We discuss the financial return of collectibles and how marketing is used to create hype for the products. Josh and I speak about one of his most recent ventures, zerocool, and how it’s reshaping the card industry.

In this episode of The Playbook, I sit down with Van Carlson, Founder & CEO at SRA, who shares how his company aids small businesses in managing risks using tools like the 831b tax strategy. Van and I reflect on how we achieved what we have and where we came from. to discuss key business strategies. Van recalls his journey to becoming a successful business owner and underlines that knowing the game's rules can help you win in the business world. We discuss how fear influences our decision-making and the importance of staying informed to avoid pitfalls. 

During today’s training session, you’ll discover how to break free from comfort zones, cultivate a mindset to help navigate life's challenges, and the steps you need to set yourself up for a future brimming with limitless possibilities.To join future Free Friday Training sessions, register at: https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1

In this interview on the “On Leadership” podcast with Scott Jefferey Miller, I speak about my journey to success, my losses, and my redemption from loss and scarcity. I talk about the importance of abundance in sales and life and how to build an abundance mindset. I also talk about his process of vetting clients and consistently providing value that exceeds their expectations. We conclude by discussing our connections to the abundance mindset. 

In this Q&A on the Entre App, Michael Marra, CEO and Founder of Entre, and I speak about the importance of building your own community. I talk about my experience with Gary Vaynerchuck and the advice that he gave me to get started building a community through podcasts and social media. We talk about the difference between how to build a community now versus what it was ten years ago. I explain how to identify essence, what you want, and what your strengths are. I explain the importance of modifying your content for every platform you are on to create the exponentiality of your community. Lastly, Michael and I source questions from the virtual audience.Entre is a platform for entrepreneurs to easily connect, learn, and build. The community consists of over 30,000+ entrepreneurs from all over the world. To learn more about Entre and join my community, visit joinentre.com

Today’s episode is an interview from the "Digital Social Hour Podcast” with Sean Kelly. We discussed how I worked on the world’s first Smartphone, from being the CEO of Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment, to eventually losing everything in 2008. We dive deep into the invaluable lessons these experiences taught me and my dedication to guiding others toward a mindset of "enough". I emphasize the importance of understanding one's "why", managing the ego, and consistently seeking love, light, and lessons from life's twists and turns. Our discussion also centers on the foundational pillars of values, religion, and faith, highlighting the essence of gratitude and accountability. We conclude by reflecting on the ripple effect of our actions, introducing the rule of 72, and the profound change that comes from enhancing oneself by 1% daily.