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On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Nick Keller, Founder and CEO of Benchmark, sits down to share his thoughts on:
[5:37] Why sports bring together all aspects of society and creates opportunities to solve local and global issues
[14:19] How sports can help promote better mental health for anyone who is willing to be vulnerable
[20:00] Why he loves hiring people that are autonomous and restless
[22:55] How to take advantage of consumers’ changing preferences for businesses that are ethical
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Two-time Super Bowl champion James Harrison and CEO of Champions + Legends Sonny Mottahed sit down to discuss their line of CBD-based sports supplements for athletic preparation, performance, and recovery, as well as some of the products’ benefits for athletes of all types of ability levels.
Harrison, Mottahed, and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, share their thoughts on some of the most common misconceptions about CBD and the process of educating consumers about hemp-based products. The group also chat about the direct relationship between recovery and performance, and why many people fail to put as many resources into their recovery as they do their training.
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Jukka Hilden, of Finland's stunt-performing group The Dudesons, sits down with host David Meltzer to discuss growing up in Finland, taking the leap of faith and coming to the United States, and surrounding yourself with positive energy.
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One of the best pass rushers in the NFL today chats with Dave Meltzer about the importance of supporting the next generation of minority entrepreneurs. The two bond over their belief in “doing things now” as well as the lessons they learned from their biggest mentors, their mother.
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Today’s episode has Austin Ekeler, running back for the Los Angeles Chargers, sharing his thoughts on the mindset he’s used to become one of the NFL’s strongest players.
On this episode, Ekeler and host David Meltzer chat about how to create a community that empowers others to be their best self, our role in the “cycle of giving back”, and how to have the toughness to overcome any doubt you experience.
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Office Hours features billionaires, millionaires, entrepreneurs, celebrities, athletes, and entertainers to talk about success, failure, and everything in between.
Other guests from Season 2 include: Daymond John from Shark Tank, entrepreneur and best-selling author Ed Mylett, US Olympic beach volleyball legend Kerri Walsh Jennings, chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck, New York Times best-selling author, researcher, lecturer, and corporate consultant Dr Joe Dispenza, "The Iceman" Wim Hof, and Grant Cardone, CEO of Cardone Enterprises, Cardone Capital, international speaker, entrepreneur, and author of The 10X Rule.
Stream Season 2 of Office Hours now on Apple TV
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Ann Hand, CEO at Super League Gaming, talks about her early career, working for “traditional” big enterprise companies in oil and gas before venturing into the startup space, eventually landing as the CEO of the first esports company to trade on Wall Street.
Hand and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, discuss how they learned about the vast opportunities in the esports space and explain what esports are to people who don’t understand the appeal of competitive video games. The pair also discuss the importance of creating an accepting community for the 2.6 billion amateur gamers in the world.
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On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Jay Bilas, College Basketball Analyst for ESPN, discusses:
[1:00] - How his best memories tend to come from the most difficult situations he experiences
[6:12] - Why there isn’t a level playing field in college sports and how it can be changed
[15:00] - His research process for each NBA Draft (and how he prepares to be wrong)
[18:43] - Why he doesn’t let emotions affect his analysis of sports
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On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Kevin Wulff, Owner and Coach of Mitchell & Ness, provides insights on:
[2:05] How Phil Knight created such a strong culture at Nike by borrowing the company’s core values from a competitor
[7:51] Why managing with courage is essential for the leaders of any business
[9:21] How he took Asics to “the next level” as the first non-Japanese CEO
[15:15] The true definition of a competitor in business and why Kevin wants one more run at greatness
Kevin Wulff, Owner and Coach of Mitchell & Ness, discusses why it is important to be an entrepreneur in a corporate environment and what he learned holding executive positions at companies like Nike and Miller Brewing Company. Wulff provides insights on what “toughness” and “courage” really mean for leaders in business, as well as being a competitor.
Kevin and host of #ThePlaybook, David Meltzer, go over a variety of topics such as the strength of company culture at places like Nike and Mitchell & Ness, the benefits of working for well-known brands, and why there are advantages to “sticking to your knitting”.
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Al Guido, President of the San Francisco 49ers and CEO of Elevate Sports Ventures, talks about how his background as an athlete prepared him to handle some of the challenges he faced as the youngest president if an NFL team, as well as how he creates competitive advantages for the organization.
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On this episode of #ThePlaybook, John Paul DeJoria, co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems, founder of Patron Spirits Co., and co-founder of ROKiT phones, shares his thoughts on:
The reason he wants all of his children to take a door-to-door sales job
What two things every entrepreneur needs to face in order to succeed
Why he never sets aside time to work on a particular company
Why he thinks executives need to look at a person’s heart during interviews, not just their words or enthusiasm
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Braxton Miller, a former quarterback who was forced by injury to switch positions, chats with David Meltzer about the importance of branding yourself as an athlete, how fatherhood has changed the way he looks at life, and how he made the transition from quarterback to receiver.
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Former NFL player, Marcellus Wiley, shares his pursuit of a balance of academics and athletics on his way to the pros. Marcellus and host David Meltzer focus on staying true to one's identity and appreciating one's place of favor.
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Today's episode is from my brand new show Game, Set, Life with Hall of Fame Tennis Coach, Rick Macci. Every Tuesday, the two of us are going to sit down with some of the biggest names in sports, business, and entertainment and learn about what they do that makes them so successful. Let me know on Twitter @davidmeltzer who you want to see Rick and I sit down with and let me know what your takeaway from today's episode is.
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Steve Weatherford, Super Bowl Champion punter and fitness influencer, shares the mental struggles he’s experienced transitioning into his post-NFL life, as well as why he’s putting an emphasis on being a vulnerable leader. He also discusses the importance of creating a “championship culture” in all aspects of your life and his plan to be of service to parents and entrepreneurs worldwide.
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Ryan Serhant, star of Million Dollar Listing New York, shares the strategies that have made him into one of the most successful real estate brokers in the country. Ryan covers everything from how his previous jobs, roofing and acting, prepared him to excel in the business world, to the role that emotions play in the sales cycle, as well as when you should sell.
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Dan Klitsner, Founder at KID Group and the creator of the ‘90s game phenomenon, Bop It!, talks about how persistence, relentless listening, and learning from failure contributed to the invention and success of Bop It!. He shares his thoughts on the importance of the RITE factors (relationships, idea, timing, and execution) for all inventors, as well as why playing Wordle is similar to the process of invention.
Klitsner and I discuss a variety of topics including the mindset required to be a successful entrepreneur, how Klitsner created Bop It for Good to spread happiness and joy to more people, and the challenges of looking for the “next big idea”.
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On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Campbell McLaren, co-creator of UFC and founder of Combate Americas, shares his ideas on:
[2:14] Why word-of-mouth was so important to the marketing of the UFC
[3:58] Some of the advantages that Combate Americas holds over its competitors
[18:40] How storytellers should use the power of emotion when marketing athletes
[21:14] What he would choose for his senior quote if he had to pick it today
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On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Dane Cook, Comedian and Actor, shares his insights on:
[2:02] - Why using humor is one of the best ways to deal with your biggest personal challenges
[9:33] - How he got a game-winning pick-6 against the legendary Tom Brady
[16:13] - His message for anyone struggling to get back up after low moment in their life
[19:12] - What it was like to accomplish his childhood dream of hosting SNL
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On this episode of #ThePlaybook, Hakeem Valles, retired NFL tight end and real estate investor, sheds light on:
[4:49] How he started a lucrative phone repair business while in college
[8:27] The impact of his first mentor and what he taught him about being willing to “eat dirt”
[13:49] How he leveraged his position as an NFL player to network with local real estate investors
[16:28] Why a terrifying missionary trip to Haiti changed his outlook on life and business
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