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The Playbook

David Meltzer, Entrepreneur.com

Hosted by Dave Meltzer, The Playbook features sports icons who are using their post-athletic careers to enter the world of entrepreneurship.

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17:00

Empowering Professionals at Their Own Pace

The Playbook ·

2025/09/20

In today’s episode, I sit down with Hugo Sanchez, CEO and co-founder of Moti Technologies, to talk about building a business rooted in kindness, patience, and purpose. Hugo shares how Moti solves one of the biggest challenges for professionals—eliminating friction in payments by making transactions seamless, transparent, and fair. He explains how the platform empowers consultants, coaches, and experts to work independently at their own pace while creating opportunity for ambassadors and referral

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24:55

Flood Your Problems with Ideas

The Playbook ·

2025/09/19

In today’s episode, I share a framework that transforms even the most overwhelming challenges into opportunities for innovation. Using the IDEA method—Identify, Detach, Expand, Apply—I explain how to replace paralysis with progress by flooding problems with an abundance of ideas. This approach removes the scarcity mindset, shortens the distance between problem and solution, and creates space for breakthroughs. From Netflix’s pivot to streaming, to Dyson’s thousands of prototypes, to Disney’s

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18:57

The Future of Training at Home and Beyond

The Playbook ·

2025/09/18

In today’s episode, I sit down with Blake Kassel, the creator behind Flexicon and a pioneer in modern resistance training. We talk about designing a band-driven system that replicates the feel of free weights while reducing joint stress through linear resistance. Blake explains why training for speed matters, how the machine supports full-body strength, flexibility, and cardio, and why teens, pros, and older adults all feel safer without a spotter. We get into real-world use in my home gym, compact

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15:38

The Art of Multiplying Results

The Playbook ·

2025/09/17

In today’s episode, I sit down with Jay Abraham, one of the world’s leading strategic marketing experts and a mentor whose teachings have shaped countless entrepreneurs. Jay opens up about missed opportunities, from early offers in industries that later exploded to the realization that startups aren’t where his strengths lie. Instead, he shares how his focus on multiplying results for established businesses has defined his career. We explore his perspective on mistakes, the lessons of “dummy tax,”

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37:31

Building a Legacy Through People

The Playbook ·

2025/09/16

In today’s episode, I share the hard-earned lessons that came from losing over $100 million and the skill that allowed me to rebuild. I break down why humility became my safeguard, how I built non-negotiables around health, and why aligning skills, knowledge, and desire with where you want to be is the key to sustained success. I explain my approach to breaking fear-based patterns, avoiding destructive loops, and focusing on reactions rather than the fear itself. We explore legacy as the energy you

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15:34

Rebuilding Life After Losing Everything

The Playbook ·

2025/09/14

In today’s episode, I share how to create real progress by knowing what you want, who can help you, and how to align your past with the direction you’re heading. I explain why success depends on playing for the right teams, understanding your role on them, and learning to love what you don’t like about what you love. I also talk about the value of being present by focusing on what to do now and next, as well as applying your why when fear shows up. From financial collapse to rebuilding with faith

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18:04

Turning Tragedy Into a Mission to Save Lives

The Playbook ·

2025/09/13

In today’s episode, I sit down with Eugenie Addison, CEO of Sensei.Me, whose mission was born from personal loss and years of scientific research into airborne diseases. Driven by a family history of chronic respiratory illnesses, Eugenie turned her postdoctoral research into an innovative solution for healthier indoor air. We talk about her journey from building her first startup in college to creating a nanotechnology-powered device that can detect and mitigate harmful pathogens in under five

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19:51

The Partnership That Changed a City

The Playbook ·

2025/09/11

In today’s episode, I sit down with Dominic Ortiz, CEO and General Manager of Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, and Jamar Jones, the visionary founder of Foureva Media. Dominic shares how he transformed a shuttered property into a thriving regional destination by betting on vision, resilience, and the right people. Jamar explains how his belief in partnerships and creating powerful experiences led him to align with Potawatomi and showcase Milwaukee as more than just a stopover city. Together, they

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21:44

Habits That Create Legends

The Playbook ·

2025/09/10

In today’s episode, I sit down with performance coach Chris Johnson, whose career has spanned from playing professional basketball to shaping some of the biggest names in the NBA. Chris explains why expansion—not transition—is the real key when athletes move from the court to life beyond the game. He shares how routines, habit stacking, and emotional intelligence create the “delta” that separates great players from legends. We talk about the power of presence, confronting bad habits, and why

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17:26

The Consistency That Separates Champions

The Playbook ·

2025/09/09

In today’s episode, I sit down with former NFL star Shawne Merriman to talk about the lessons that shaped his life on and off the field. From growing up homeless in Maryland to becoming one of the most feared linebackers in the league, Shawne explains how hardship built his character and fueled his drive. We discuss his “Lights Out” persona, the transition from football to entrepreneurship, and how he turned his passion for MMA and media into a thriving business. Shawne also shares how his

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55:16

Events and Experiences: The New Engine for Growth

The Playbook ·

2025/09/08

In this week’s training, I shared why live events and shared experiences have become the true engine for growth in both business and life. It’s not the products we remember—it’s the moments that shape us, the communities that support us, and the connections that carry us forward. With Mitch Thrower of Events.com, we explored how events create opportunities for lasting transformation, why technology is making them more accessible than ever, and how the real impact begins in the follow-up. At the end

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18:20

The Secret to Lasting Success in Hospitality

The Playbook ·

2025/09/07

In today’s episode, I sit down with the legendary chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck to talk about the joy and purpose behind a life’s work. He shares how finding passion, not chasing money, has been the foundation of his success, and why quality, hospitality, and making people feel good are non-negotiables in creating lasting experiences. Wolfgang reflects on the defining moments that shaped his career, from France to founding Spago in Los Angeles, and the lessons his mother instilled that still

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18:02

Rob Riggle on Choosing the Harder Path

The Playbook ·

2025/09/06

In today’s episode, I sit down with Rob Riggle, a Marine Corps veteran turned actor, comedian, writer, and producer whose career spans from Saturday Night Live and The Daily Show to blockbuster films. Rob shares how his time in the Marines built the discipline, resilience, and fear-conquering mindset that have shaped every chapter of his life. We talk about the realities of chasing opportunities, why action matters more than shortcuts, and how giving yourself permission to fail is the real key to

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22:22

Why Culture Creates More Value Than Revenue

The Playbook ·

2025/09/05

In today’s episode, I sit down with serial entrepreneur Amrinder Kamboj, CEO of Kamboj Ventures, who built a 14-company, $300 million empire after his first business went bankrupt. Amrinder opens up about the lessons he drew from his father’s struggles as an immigrant, the mindset shift that came from failing young, and how he now evaluates companies for scalability, culture, and leadership before making acquisitions. We talk about the balance between technology and people, the importance of

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13:28

Why Smaller LinkedIn Audiences Win Bigger

The Playbook ·

2025/08/31

In today’s episode, I sit down with Aneesh Lal, founder of The Wishly Group, where he helps creators and small businesses build modern revenue engines rooted in trust and alignment. Known as the “Jerry Maguire of LinkedIn,” Aneesh has built a reputation for representing clients with an uncommon commitment to values, turning down $40 million in deals that didn’t fit their missions. We talk about why a small, engaged LinkedIn audience can outperform millions of TikTok views, how his three C

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22:47

How Visualization Shapes Reality

The Playbook ·

2025/08/30

In today’s episode, I sit down with John Assaraf, a two-time New York Times bestselling author known for teaching people how to strengthen the brain’s “neuro muscles” through his concept of Innercise. John shares his personal transformation from a troubled teen to a committed student of personal growth after one life-changing question from a mentor. We explore how small, consistent actions can rewire thought patterns, build empowering habits, and unlock greater potential. John explains why

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20:34

The Lifelong Benefits of Creativity

The Playbook ·

2025/08/29

In today’s episode, I sit down with Victoria B. Lozano, Executive Vice President of Brand Marketing at Crayola, to talk about how creativity shapes our lives across generations. She shares how Crayola’s mission has always gone beyond crayons, focusing on wellness, education, and inspiring simple creative moments every day. We explore how creativity improves problem solving, critical thinking, and emotional well-being—not just for children, but for adults seeking stress relief and joy. Victoria also

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18:21

Transforming Stress into Strength

The Playbook ·

2025/08/26

In today’s episode, I sit down with Dave Asprey, entrepreneur, author, and widely regarded as the father of biohacking. We talk about his new book Heavily Meditated and the tools he’s developed to help people reset their nervous systems, dissolve stress, and unlock inner peace. Dave explains how triggers are programmed into our bodies and how we can shut off the ones that no longer serve us. He also shares why recovery is often more important than stress itself, the science of sleep and jet lag, and

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22:18

Success Without the Hustle

The Playbook ·

2025/08/25

In this episode, I share why the habits that have brought me the most success often go against what the world tells us. True growth doesn’t come from saying yes to everything, moving faster, or chasing perfection—it comes from small, consistent actions, slowing down to gain clarity, and creating space for what really matters. By learning to say no, trusting the power of compounding behaviors, and permitting yourself to pause, you’ll find that success becomes more sustainable and more fulfilling.To

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28:45

The Power of Asking Uncomfortable Questions

The Playbook ·

2025/08/21

In today’s episode, I share how faith became my foundation when I hit rock bottom, and why combining it with wisdom creates unstoppable momentum. I break down the dangers of living in a zero sum game, the importance of asking uncomfortable questions, and how trust and vetting can prevent costly mistakes. You’ll hear why leading by example influences young people far more than lectures, the three lessons I give my kids, and how to focus on expanding your skills, knowledge, and desires instead of

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