
David Meltzer on “Why You Shouldn’t Do Business with D*cks”
About this episode
We sat down with David Meltzer at Super Bowl Media Row to talk about success, failure, mindset, and the lessons that shaped his life and career.
From growing up with a single mother to making (and losing) over $100 million, David shares powerful insights on ego, mental health, business, and why kindness is the ultimate advantage. He also dives into the inspiration behind his new book “Don’t Do Business with Dcks”* and what it really means to build meaningful relationships in business and life.
This episode covers:
Losing everything in 2008 and rebuilding
The role of ego vs. humility in success
Why kindness is a business strategy
Lessons from working with top athletes and agents
Mental health, mindset, and controlling your future
If you're into entrepreneurship, personal growth, sports business, or mindset, this is a must-watch.
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