The Playbook With David Meltzer

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The Universe of More: Expanding Beyond Your Wildest Limits Dec 07, 2024

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In today’s episode, I share insights from my journey of losing over $100 million and rebuilding my life with a focus on gratitude, accountability, and alignment with divine timing. I explore the power of being intentional with the 24 hours we are all guaranteed daily and how studying time can unlock productivity, accessibility, and gratitude. By taking inventory of my skills, knowledge, and desire, I transformed my setbacks into opportunities for growth. I also reflect on how believing in something bigger than ourselves through faith can guide us toward progress.

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The Mindset Hack That Made Me Millions Dec 06, 2024

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In today’s episode, I explore the power of curiosity, resilience, and faith in navigating life’s challenges. I share lessons from my journey, including the value of being more interested than interesting, the importance of detaching from specific outcomes, and how consistent practice builds progress. I discuss the mindset shift that helped me recover from losing everything, emphasizing the power of focusing on daily priorities, recognizing patterns, and making better choices. From teaching my children to learn, grow, and enjoy life, to finding clarity in moments of failure, this episode offers a framework for thriving through setbacks and staying aligned with your potential.

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How Gratitude Saved Me from Myself Dec 05, 2024

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In today’s episode, I share the story of my rise to extraordinary financial success, the devastating fall that came with losing over $100 million, and how I rebuilt my life with greater purpose. I reflect on how the relentless pursuit of wealth led me away from what truly matters and how hitting rock bottom forced me to realign my priorities. Gratitude became the foundation of my recovery, alongside intentional daily practices and learning to embrace both giving and receiving. By shifting my mindset from scarcity to abundance, I found a new path to fulfillment and a deeper understanding of success.

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The Secret to Turning Rock Bottom into Success Dec 04, 2024

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In today’s episode, Neil Haley and I discuss pivotal lessons from my journey, including the power of consistency and kindness, recovering from losing $100 million, and finding meaning through pain and challenges. We explore how AI accelerates progress while emphasizing human connections, the importance of high-order thinking skills, and strategies to stay aligned with your goals. I also share why Go Fund Yourself is a game-changing entrepreneurial show, how singularity of focus and impulse control drive success, and the transformative impact of healthy reactions to fear. Drawing on experiences from my lowest moments, I reflect on the wisdom and faith that guide my purpose and decisions today.

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The Secret to Scaling a Global Empire Dec 03, 2024

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Sir Martin Sorrell, the visionary founder and executive chairman of S4 Capital. With decades of experience shaping the advertising industry, Sir Martin shares his approach to building a purely digital advertising powerhouse. We explore his strategies for leveraging technology, adapting to market shifts, and scaling businesses with a focus on top-line growth. From disrupting traditional models to creating content ecosystems driven by data and efficiency, Sir Martin offers insights into the future of marketing and digital media. His candid perspective on leadership, innovation, and navigating the digital economy is truly unmatched.

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The Exponential Power of Gratitude Dec 02, 2024

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In this episode, I share how gratitude can transform your mindset and open the door to greater abundance in every aspect of life. I specifically focus on the infinite loop of giving and receiving, explaining how shifting from scarcity to an abundant belief system creates endless opportunities. By embracing gratitude as a mindset, heartset, and skillset, you can align your thoughts and actions to achieve fulfillment and purpose. This episode provides actionable steps to help you live in a world of more than enough, where possibilities are limitless. To join future free Friday Training sessions, register at:

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The ONE Skill That Guarantees You'll Never Go Broke Dec 01, 2024

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In today’s episode, I share lessons from my journey growing up with a single mom, dreaming of playing football, and ultimately navigating a life shaped by ambition, setbacks, and unexpected advice. From learning the importance of capturing ideas that resonate—or even those that frustrate—to discovering the value of being more interested than interesting, I explore how lessons from my past shaped my pursuit of success. I reflect on moments of triumph and failure, including building wealth, losing it, and regaining perspective. Along the way, I reveal the impact of meaningful relationships, self-awareness, and the pursuit of skills and knowledge in achieving fulfillment.

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Rejected by Everyone: How I Turned Failure into a Global Mission Nov 30, 2024

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Deborah Duncan, the host of Great Day Houston, to discuss how we can redefine success and find meaning through adversity. I share my journey from making millions at a young age to losing it all and facing the hard truths about my life and values. Deborah and I explore how gratitude, forgiveness, accountability, and inspiration became the foundation of my transformation, helping me rebuild my life and empower others. We also touch on the importance of balancing external achievements with inner fulfillment and why staying true to core principles can guide us through life’s toughest challenges.

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Turning $6,000 into a Multi-Billion Dollar Empire (And Almost Losing It All) Nov 29, 2024

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Tilman Fertitta, the owner of the Houston Rockets, Golden Nugget Casinos, and Landry’s. Tilman shares how his businesses—spanning restaurants, hospitality, and professional sports—were uniquely challenged during the pandemic and the tough decisions he made to navigate those uncertain times. He reflects on the importance of resilience, making calculated decisions, and maintaining a strong mindset when everything seems to be falling apart. We discuss his hands-on approach, how he prioritizes leadership and culture, and the lessons he's learned from decades of deal-making. Tilman’s humility, work ethic, and focus on empowering others offer insights for anyone seeking to succeed under pressure.

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The 3 Stages of Gratitude - Happy Thanksgiving!! Nov 28, 2024

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In today’s episode, I explore the transformative power of gratitude and its profound impact on our lives. Gratitude isn’t just about saying thank you—it’s a process that combines appreciation, acknowledgment, and asking. I break down how these practices unlock a cycle of positive biochemical reactions, fostering abundance and reducing the interference of fear and negativity. By recognizing the lessons in challenges and learning to ask for what we want, we align ourselves with a universe of infinite possibilities. Gratitude is the fastest, simplest way to change your life, and in this Thanksgiving episode, I share practical exercises to deepen its role in creating fulfillment and success.

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