The Playbook With David Meltzer

Raja Dhir, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Seed Health, sits down to discuss insights he’s gained about ecosystem design from his time spent studying bacteria and microbiomes, and how he applies those lessons to his business.Dhir and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, chat about the validity of the “selfish” argument for taking care of your health, the importance of working with the most talented people in a given field, and why Raja says that every one technological breakthrough leads to ten companies. Dhir also shares some predictions for how the business world will adapt to the changes brought on by COVID-19.

Today's episode is from a recent episode of Office Hours, my mentor and Thursday edition of Office Hours co-host, Blaine Bartlett and I took advantage of some extra time we had on the show and he gave me a 15-minute coaching session. Blaine and I are going to discuss understanding what wisdom really is, and the reason why young people need to find someone that sits in the situation they want to be in and ask them for help. Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today’s episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Thom Filicia, renowned interior designer, TV personality, host, and author, shares his thoughts on: [1:58] - How getting stuck in an elevator led to him being cast on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy [6:00] - The changes in attitude that brought on the democratization of the design industry  [10:23] - Why the Queer Eye team always preferred the term “make better” to “makeover” [19:21] - His best piece of advice for anyone who isn’t feeling confident in themselves at the moment

Today’s episode is from my appearance on the Darren Woodson Show. Darren, and his co-hosts Tyler and Ben and I discussed how the ego interferes with happiness and the practice of ending Fear. Let me know if you enjoyed today's episode by tweeting me @davidmeltzer. You can text me at (949) 298-2905 or email me at any time at david@dmeltzer.com. Ask me questions live every Friday at my Free Weekly Trainings. To join me visit dmeltzer.com/training. Check out the Future Hall of Famer, and The Darren Woodson Show.

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Thomas Healy, Founder and CEO of Hyliion, shares his thoughts on: [0:55] - Why he’s had a desire to build his own startup company since he was a kid, following in the footsteps of his parents [4:55] - How his engineering background has equipped him to be a better leader and entrepreneur [6:58] - His strategy for finding the right mix between running a rapidly-growing business and his personal life  [11:14] - How he identified opportunities in the trucking industry to disrupt the status quo

Mentor/mentee relationships can be some of the most valuable relationships we have outside of our family because these people help to keep us accountable. Mentors are there to guide us as we consistently and persistently pursue our potential, sharing insights and situational knowledge along the way. Mentees can learn and grow under the mentor's guidance, getting a chance to experiment with creative solutions to problems within a supportive environment.These relationships are key to our personal and professional growth, so let’s examine them more in-depth in order to ensure that our growth is exponential.Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today’s episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join!Click here to follow the Road to Revenue playlist on Spotify

Today’s episode is from my appearance on the After Hours Entrepreneur Podcast with Mark Savant. Mark and I are going to discuss: the only way to stop you from getting to where you want to be, creating the coincidences you want in your life, and the #1 thing you should focus on Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today’s episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join!

Devan Kline, CEO of Burn Boot Camp and host of The Devan Kline Show, sits down to chat about the mindset that it takes to build “emotional fortitude”, as well as how the many challenges he faced as a young man helped to strengthen his resolve as an entrepreneur. Kline and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thoughts on a range of subjects including making the choice not to live with a victim’s mindset, turning disadvantages into strengths, and what makes up the DNA company. The pair also discuss the impact that a leader’s words can have and why it’s so essential to match your words to your actions.

Hey everyone! I’ve got a special episode for you today, back in May I did a fireside chat with my first mentee, Jeff Fenster, the Founder and CEO of Everbowl and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Running Back, Marshall Faulk. The three of us discussed: understanding financial literacy, the #1 goal of a leader and lowering the bar from baby steps and accelerating to the speed of Marshall Faulk . Tweet me @davidmeltzer your favorite takeaway from today’s episode and come ask me questions live every Friday at 11:00 am PT / 2:00 pm ET. Text me at (949) 298-2905 or email david@dmeltzer.com to join!

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Joe Castiglione, Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Programs and Director of Athletics at the University of Oklahoma, shares his thoughts on: [1:05] - The MAGIC core values of the University of Oklahoma and how they relate to staying “in the game” [5:27] - How his experience being a walk-on football player led him to a career that he never could have imagined  [13:38] - Why you can’t be a true leader without understanding what it means to serve others [19:01] - Why respect is a key component to creating an inclusive environment