The Playbook With David Meltzer

How To Stop Getting In Your Own Way

In today’s episode, I share the lessons that shaped my life, from chasing money to losing everything and finally learning what actually matters. I talk about intuition, humility, identity, and the daily practices that helped me rebuild from the inside out. I also break down why lessons keep repeating until we learn them, how the people around us shape our future, and why knowing what you want, who can help, how to prioritize, and how to apply your why can turn nothingness into reality. This is about getting honest with yourself, changing the meaning of your past, and moving in your divine direction.

Winning Starts With Culture

In today’s episode, I sit down with Urban Meyer, three-time national champion, former college football coach, and current commentator, for a conversation about what really builds winning teams. We talk about why culture has to be clear enough to see, hear, and feel, how great leaders define standards before they ever hire, and what separates talent acquisition from talent development. Urban shares lessons he learned from Bill Belichick, from competitive spirit and toughness to leadership, intelligence, and adaptability. I also share how accountability, trust, and time shape behavior in business, and why the right culture can bring out the best in people.

The Greatest Interference to Your Potential

In this episode, I remind you that your potential is infinite; the problem is the interference you create. The biggest obstacle to your success isn’t outside of you; it’s you. I talk about entitlement, ego, and inconsistency, and why you have to show up every day and pay the rent. It’s not about knowing what to do; it’s about doing it, every day. When you stay aligned, take action, and make adjustments, you start to remove the interference. And when you remove the interference, you allow more of what you want to come to you. That’s how you create real, lasting success. To join my next free Friday Training sessions, email me at david@dmeltzer.com [david@dmeltzer.com]

The Art of Living Full and Dying Empty

In today’s episode, I sit down with Les Brown to talk about building a legacy that outlives you through storytelling, service, and teaching others to carry the mission forward. We discuss why success without successors falls short, how to stay driven after reaching the top, and the importance of a compelling why. Les shares lessons from overcoming stage four cancer, navigating new levels and new devils, and focusing on who you become through the journey. We also get personal about family, sacrifice, and what it means to live full and die empty while creating impact that lasts beyond your lifetime.

Mastering Time and Opportunity

In today’s episode, I answer questions on building real partnerships without locking yourself into rigid agreements that fall apart when circumstances change. I break down how to align skills, timing, and risk tolerance so you can make smarter decisions without regret. I also share how understanding perceived value versus your true bottom line can shift every negotiation in your favor. From quick five-minute calls to filtering where your time actually goes, I explain how to create systems that help more people while staying efficient. I also get into alignment, daily practices, and how knowing what to do now and next eliminates overwhelm and keeps momentum steady.