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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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All Episodes

31:11

From Pain to Traction

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/02/13

In today’s episode, I break down why so many founders stay stuck even when they have ambition, intelligence, and a work ethic. The real problem is confusing motion with momentum, creativity with execution, and effort with results. I explain how pain, setbacks, and churn are feedback, not punishment, and how reframing that feedback turns detraction into traction. From clarity before velocity to building a real feedback loop, I lay out the fundamentals of operational leadership and the non negotiable

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22:11

The Real Reason High Performers Feel Stuck

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/02/11

In today’s episode, I sit down with Josh Zolin, CEO of Windy City Equipment Service, to talk about why even high performers feel stuck despite success. We unpack how the meaning we assign to our past quietly limits potential, fuels imposter syndrome, and creates interference through fear, separation, and the need to be right. I share how presence and ambition coexist, why non negotiable daily behaviors matter more than goals, and how surrender is really about stopping what interferes. We also

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18:41

Your Identity Is Tied To The Wrong Thing

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/02/10

In today’s episode, I share a hard lesson about identity, money, and the people we choose. From negotiating a billion dollar deal on day one to losing everything in 2008, I explain how tying self worth to money distorted my decisions and my circle. I talk about frequency, awareness, and why teams and positions matter more than chasing status. I break down how knowing what you want, reframing the meaning of your past, and aligning daily behaviors turns possibilities into probabilities. This episode

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48:52

The Power of Effective Communication

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/02/09

In this episode, I share why effective communication starts with knowing your growth zone and staying in the learning space where clarity, empathy, and accountability live. I explain how content, conversations, and preparation compound over time when we lead with value and listen to understand, not to win. We talk about matching the message to the medium, being fully present, and replacing resistance with curiosity. When you communicate with alignment and intention, connection deepens, growth

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11:48

Why Discipline Needs Direction

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/02/05

In today’s episode, I share how growing up with a single mom shaped my relationship with faith, money, and purpose. I explain why skills and knowledge are only your basement, not your destiny, and how chasing approval, wealth, and status leaves a God sized hole that never fills. I reflect on losing and rebuilding everything after realizing discipline without intention falls short. When discipline aligns with divine direction, it becomes devotion. Living for the sake of family, community, and service

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19:43

Growing Exponentially Without a Sales Team

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/31

In today’s episode, I sit down with Zack Fleishman, CEO and operator behind Shark Wheel and a former pro tennis player ranked No. 11 in the U.S. We talk about how two non engineers used biomimicry and a sine wave design to reinvent the wheel, then turned early chaos into real traction. Zack explains choosing focus over fads, why agriculture became the breakout market, and how Shark Wheel generated more than $15 million in revenue without a sales team. We also cover equity crowdfunding, moving from R

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19:30

Stop Interfering With Your Potential

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/29

In today’s episode, I break down why your frequency shapes your reality and why truth and potential vibrate faster than fear or distraction. I share how meditation shifted my awareness, how attention and intention create coincidence, and why most people stay busy instead of abundant. I explain the difference between discipline and devotion, the math behind luck, and how knowing your what, who, how, now, and why shortens resistance. I also open up about losing everything, rebuilding with wisdom and

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30:22

Your Past Is a Lens Not a Leader

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/28

In today’s episode, I share the six lessons behind the meaning of the past and why we do not suffer in the present. Reality is neutral and meaning is assigned, so I show how past stories drain energy, distort decisions, and create fear through projection. I explain how thoughts are signals, not commands, why we are rarely upset for the reasons we think, and how presence beats prediction when execution matters. I walk through cancel, clear, and connect as a repeatable way to reset, reclaim attention,

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22:16

Why Small Wins Matter More Than Big Expectations

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/27

In today’s episode, I sit down with Patrick McEnroe, former professional tennis player, longtime broadcaster, and president of the International Tennis Hall of Fame. We talk about what years in elite sports teach you about pressure, patience, and personal growth, especially for young athletes navigating expectations shaped by social media. Patrick shares lessons from coaching kids, parenting teenagers, and competing at the highest level, including how listening changes performance, why small goals

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37:11

Live in the Present: The Real Key to Success

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/26

In this episode, I share why most of our suffering comes from living in the past or worrying about the future instead of staying present. When we live where our feet are, we gain clarity, confidence, and momentum. I break down how devotion to daily non-negotiable behaviors, learning from the past without living in it, and taking consistent action creates real progress. Your future isn’t built tomorrow; it’s created by what you do today.To join my next free Friday Training sessions, email me at

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27:04

Showing Up No Matter What

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/25

In today’s episode, I’m joined by James Maslow and Justin Guarini for an honest conversation about showing up when conditions are far from perfect. We talk about discipline as a daily decision, managing resentment on the road, and why consistency matters more than circumstance. James shares lessons from touring while sick, building multiple businesses, and protecting routine in chaos. Justin reflects on Broadway, identity, and using perspective to serve others at the highest level, even on off days

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35:07

Why Influence Matters More Than Endorsements

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/24

In today’s episode, I sit down with Leonard Armato to talk about how the sports business has flipped from contract negotiation to full-on architecture. We get into why athletes now function as cultural magnets, how tech and venture opened the door to portfolios, production companies, and equity plays, and why the old agent model is shrinking fast. Leonard shares how he helped Shaq build intellectual property instead of chasing traditional endorsements, plus what it means to be an advisor in a NIL

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26:15

You’ll Never Get Rich Until You Understand This

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/23

In today’s episode, I sit down with Alan Pavlosky, a longtime leader in sports, branding, and community building whose work spans athletes, executives, and families. We talk about gratitude as a daily discipline, why frequency matters more than raw talent, and how faith and humility shape sustainable success. I share the hard lessons that followed losing everything, the mindset that rebuilt my life, and why failure is the common thread behind lasting greatness. Alan and I also explore alignment, non

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18:24

Why Clean Nutrition Starts With Better Standards

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/22

In today’s episode, I sit down with Thomas Edwards, the entrepreneur behind Organic Gorilla, a grassroots brand redefining what functional food can be. We talk about why fueling the body is central to manifestation, performance, and self-mastery, and how clarity in ingredients cuts through a crowded, misleading food industry. Thomas shares his personal journey, including hard lessons, time spent rebuilding his life, and how those experiences shaped his standards for health, business, and

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18:19

Designing a Business Around Real Human Needs

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/17

In today’s episode, I sit down with Fran Maier, a serial entrepreneur with three decades of experience and the founder and CEO of BabyQuip. After helping scale Match.com as its first general manager and co founder, Fran turned her attention to a new marketplace built around trust, safety, and real family needs. We talk about how BabyQuip grew from a simple vacation rental problem into a national platform, why empowering women operators matters, and how strong training drives five star experiences

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34:46

Building a Brand People Line Up For

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/16

In today’s episode I sit down with Richard Pink, second generation steward of the iconic Pink’s Hot Dogs, to talk about how a $50 push cart became an 85 year institution. We cover consistency over trends, building community beyond the counter, and creating experiences people remember long after the meal. Richard shares lessons on employee loyalty, bonuses that matter, word of mouth marketing, licensing without losing quality, and adapting to media shifts while keeping the recipe the same since 1939

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19:55

A Single Word That Changes Everything

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/15

In today’s episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and Ambigram founder Lee Brett, a creator turning language, identity, and emotion into wearable art. Lee shares how a brutal trademark battle and personal setbacks led him to build Ambigram, a fashion brand rooted in transformation and perspective. We talk about Ambigrams as design tools, the emotional power of sports branding, and how technology and AI could make personalized words and meanings scalable across industries. Lee also opens up about

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19:48

Turning ADHD Into a Competitive Advantage

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/10

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Steev Hodgson, certified ADHD coach and founder of DOSE, an app built to support how an ADHD brain actually works. We talk about why ADHD is so often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or ignored, and how that confusion shows up in emotional regulation, executive function, and rejection sensitivity. Steev shares his own late diagnosis, how coaching thousands of clients sharpened his self awareness, and why real time tools matter when emotions spike. We also unpack RSD,

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27:37

What Investors Really Look For in Founders

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/08

In today’s episode, I sit down with Danny Cortenraede, founder and managing partner of InStudio Ventures, to talk about what actually matters when you are building a company and trying to raise capital. We get real about the myth of overnight success, the grind behind it, and why relationships, resilience, and alignment matter more than flashy ideas. Danny shares how he evaluates founders, how deal flow really works in sports and entertainment, and why most pitches fail before they ever start. We

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30:00

From Survival Mode to Sustainable Growth

The Playbook With David Meltzer ·

2026/01/06

In today’s episode, I talk through why comfort becomes a trap and how non negotiable behaviors create momentum when life feels heavy. I share how stacking small wins around sleep, movement, breathing, nutrition, and family clears interference and restores clarity. We get into lowering the bar during desperate seasons, creating immediate income before chasing big dreams, and why faith is a predisposition while intention drives results. I also explain accountability, the paperclip test, and why you

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