Episodes

  • Mastering the Perfect Pitch: Lessons from 2 Minute Drill: Season 6

    Mastering the Perfect Pitch: Lessons from 2 Minute Drill: Season 6
    Nov 25 2024
    To celebrate the launch of 2 Minute Drill Season 6, this episode breaks down what it takes to deliver the perfect pitch. Later in the episode, I am joined by some of our incredible guest judges to discuss how credibility, emotional connection, and transparency can turn a good pitch into a great one. These insights are designed to help you clearly articulate the value you are providing and to increase your odds at success. To join future Free Friday Training sessions, register at: https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • The Gratitude Hack That Makes Life Ridiculously Easy

    The Gratitude Hack That Makes Life Ridiculously Easy
    Nov 24 2024
    In today’s episode, I join Chad Sanschagrin, founder of Cannonball Moments, during his Keep Telling Yourself webinar series. We discuss the transformative power of shifting your narrative, building faith, and embracing gratitude as a daily practice. Chad shares his unique insights on leadership, growth, and his journey from top-performing sales professional to sought-after speaker and coach. I reflect on the lessons I’ve learned from losing $100 million and how I’ve used that experience to create a life of abundance and purpose. Together, we explore the importance of declaring your worth, surrounding yourself with the right community, and finding strength through faith to make a greater impact.
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    52 mins
  • How to Incentivize Your Employees

    How to Incentivize Your Employees
    Nov 23 2024
    In today’s episode, I’m joined by Shawn Dill and Lacey Book, two incredible entrepreneurs and business coaches, as we dive into the challenges and rewards of building a team that grows with your business. I share my own strategies for evaluating team performance and managing the emotional expense of hiring and firing, while Shawn and Lacey discuss their innovative approach to employee development, including an annual exercise where team members present their roles, responsibilities, and goals. We explore how to align individual and company growth, why titles should be fluid, and how fostering collaboration over competition creates lasting success for everyone involved.
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    22 mins
  • Sales Success Starts Here: The Game-Changing Mindset

    Sales Success Starts Here: The Game-Changing Mindset
    Nov 22 2024
    In today’s episode, I connect with Larry “Duce” Raymond, a barbecue pioneer whose path mirrors my own in unexpected ways. From losing everything to rebuilding stronger, we share how the toughest setbacks can become the foundation for incredible growth. Duce opens up about navigating the near-collapse of his catering business, while I reflect on the lessons learned from losing $100 million and finding a better version of myself. Together, we discuss the importance of mindset, self-image, and faith in overcoming challenges, as well as the value of surrounding yourself with the right people to unlock your full potential.
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    27 mins
  • Only 4 People Told Me the Truth… I Hated Them All Until I Saw What I’d Become

    Only 4 People Told Me the Truth… I Hated Them All Until I Saw What I’d Become
    Nov 21 2024
    In today’s episode, I sit down with Karen Hall, host of The Hero Within Podcast, to share my journey from a life driven by financial success to one filled with gratitude, forgiveness, and purpose. I open up about how growing up in scarcity pushed me to chase wealth, only to discover that money couldn’t buy happiness. Despite reaching unimaginable financial heights, I lost everything—and hit rock bottom. My wife’s unwavering belief in me became the turning point, inspiring me to take stock of who I truly wanted to be. Now, I focus on empowering others with the lessons I learned, hoping to help others find fulfillment, healing, and happiness beyond material success.
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    28 mins
  • How Bankruptcy Taught Me the Secret to True Wealth

    How Bankruptcy Taught Me the Secret to True Wealth
    Nov 20 2024
    In today’s episode, I join Shawn Lynch and Jenry Kelley from The Success Formula Podcast to share the pivotal experiences that reshaped my understanding of wealth, purpose, and resilience. I discuss my journey from immense financial success to devastating bankruptcy, revealing how losing everything became the greatest turning point in my life. We cover the early days of my career, the drive for success, and the relentless ambition that ultimately led to my downfall. Through that hard-earned lesson, I came to understand the true meaning of fulfillment, fueled by faith, gratitude, and the strength to rebuild from zero.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • The Art of Reading Minds and Rooms with Oz Pearlman

    The Art of Reading Minds and Rooms with Oz Pearlman
    Nov 19 2024
    In today's episode, I’m joined by master mentalist Oz Pearlman, who brings his powerful blend of charisma, perception, and mind-reading to the table. We talk about how Oz’s background in magic shaped his unique skill set, helping him captivate audiences and build deep connections without relying on props. I share some of my own experiences with using perception in public speaking, and Oz and I explore how his techniques aren’t just about entertainment; they create lasting moments that translate into value for leaders, entrepreneurs, and teams alike. From reading minds to reading rooms, this conversation shows how perception can be a powerful business tool.
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    29 mins
  • My Flexible Framework for Adapting and Thriving

    My Flexible Framework for Adapting and Thriving
    Nov 18 2024
    In today’s episode, I explore the power of adaptability and the importance of aligning intentions with actions. I share my approach to overcoming challenges by reframing feelings of being "stuck" as opportunities for growth and learning. From using a flexible framework for decision-making to navigating life's uncertainties, I emphasize how consistent behaviors—not outcomes—create progress. I discuss the role of gratitude, forgiveness, accountability, and effective communication in managing relationships and expanding our capacity for success. Whether addressing the discomfort of tough questions or embracing the lessons in setbacks, I offer insights into creating alignment with the infinite possibilities that lie ahead. To join future Free Friday Training sessions, register at: https://free.dmeltzer.com/friday-training-1
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    58 mins