The Playbook With David Meltzer

This episode is a conversation David had with Emily Ragobeer, Broadcast Journalist (ABC News, Al Jazeera, CBC News) at Collision Conference 2023 about the common challenges businesses are facing, the power of technology for side hustles, and the importance of our detaching emotions from outcomes. They also discuss why some business owners are shying away from AI and technology.Join my text community: 949-298-2905

Today's episode is from June 2023 at Collision Conference in Toronto. The keynote focuses on building a solid personal brand and capturing your essence. David explains what he means by 'frequency' and 'essence' and how to capture them. You can capture your essence using the right tools, people, and software and dives into an example of how NCAA hockey players can leverage their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) to connect and monetize with their community. Lastly, he stresses the importance of creating ongoing content to keep your brand growing through a perpetual strategy.  

David and Nick Alfieri talk about his documentary "Unicorn Town." They discuss the growth of American football in Germany, how the Madden games have educated people about the sport, and the life lessons from football. They also got into the challenges of documentary filmmaking and Nick's move from football to full time content creation.

David talks with Matt Leinart, former Heisman Trophy winner. They discuss the value of winning the Heisman Trophy, Matt's interest in sports trading cards, and the growing market for collectibles and how he’s leveraging his experience as one of the most famous college athletes during his time at USC to help athletes now monetize their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), brand themselves, and improve their business skills.

David Meltzer and Joe Tolzmann interview Amy Bernstein, Editor of Harvard Business Review. They discuss her switch from wanting to teach Latin & Greek to journalism, her thoughts on AI's effect on journalism, and the importance of credibility in the digital age. They also talk about the changing business landscape, the future of journalism, and the role of human nature in these fields. The episode focuses on how journalism is adapting to technology changes.

In this live Q&A episode, David answers questions on a variety of subjects including the difference between motivation and inspiration, why being a student of your calendar will change your life, and how to organize our “bag of beliefs” to ensure that we get as close to our potential as possible.Join Free Friday Training sessions each week by registering at:https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1

Today’s episode is from a conversation David had with Hayden Cashion at Collision Conference in June 2023. Dave talks about the philosophy of being a student of your calendar, understanding personal energy management, and exploring his unique unwinding routines.This episode goes into detail and breaks down how David studies his calendar every day, and explains a lot about his philosophy on time management and being the most productive with your time.Tune in to this episode for a wealth of wisdom and actionable insights.

In this episode, David discusses the 7 principles he's learned from his rags to riches story; going bankrupt in 2008, and resiliently building back to where he is today. The 7 principles include learning from failures, the art of cultivating deep and enduring relationships, the power of consistent action, the courage to ask for help when needed, the importance of maintaining a gratitude-filled mindset, achieving an optimal work-life balance, and fostering an attitude of continuous learning.David explains how to leverage failure as a stepping stone to success, understanding that fear typically stems from dwelling on the past or anxieties about the future.

At Collision Conference in June 2023, David had discussed the traits and habits you often find in successful people. He really hammered home the importance of having big dreams and working hard to reach them, but also about keeping an attitude of thankfulness. He shared a simple tip to help grow your gratitude: take 1 minute to express your thankfulness at the beginning and end of each day.Even if you don't see immediate results from positive actions, keep going, because it's like a snowball effect. The more positivity you put out there, the more it builds up, and eventually, it can lead to major changes. It's all about being patient and consistent.

In today's episode, David sits down with Michael Le, one of the most popular TikTokers in the world, with over 51 million followers. Michael traces his passion for dance back to his childhood and reveals how his entrepreneurial spirit was shaped by his family background. They discuss the vital role self-belief plays in success, the importance of not attaching self-value to social media numbers, and how he plans to transform the perception of dance. Michael also highlights the significance of taking risks early in life, embracing failure as part of the journey, and continually seeking knowledge and mentorship from like-minded individuals. Lastly, he expresses his hope for the future, which includes driving monumental change in the dance world.