David Meltzer is a speaker, author, and entrepreneur who knows a thing or two about starting over and dreaming big. He first became known in the business world as the CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire, and eventually went on to co-found Sports 1 Marketing. But after a difficult childhood that left him with lasting emotional scars, going on to achieve a level of success and notoriety that most can only dream of was far from the happily ever after David thought it would be. It was actually just the beginning…

Today on The Gratitudeology Podcast, David shares how he became a millionaire just 9 months out of law school, built his dream life with the woman he had been chasing since high school, and eventually lost everything with the eyes of the world on him…

Tune in to learn about the extreme highs and lows that eventually cultivated the business mammoth’s value-based approach to business and life. He tells us his tools for mental reframing in the face of adversity, using self-acceptance as a tool for affecting external circumstances, how he learned to get out of his own way to meet his full potential, and how you can do the same.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[03:16] Jamie introduces David Meltzer.

[07:11] David begins to speak about being raised by a single mother and the lessons he 

learned.

[10:07] David describes the early days of his success and marrying the girl of his dreams.

[13:44] David recounts his wife’s ultimatum on Grammy night and the important lesson he gained from his father.

[15:47] David talks about the start of his transformational journey, losing $100,000, and realizing money doesn’t buy love. 

[19:29] David speaks about turning to gratitude.

[24:10] David explains his belief in a “karmic equation”. 

[26:55] David talks about the nonnegotiables he has that keep him grounded in his faith. 

[31:17] David shares advice on how to overcome obstacles and live a fulfilling life. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

[19:08] David realizes that he needs wisdom and faith to reduce the distance between his behavior and desired outcomes.

[20:55] David talks about his daily practices that help him stay grateful.

[26:04] David describes his belief of and connection to an infinite, overarching system that reminds him of his individual capabilities and power.

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Make sure to follow Jamie @jamiehess on Instagram for news & updates, and visit our companion Instagram account @gratitudeology for a sneak peek into the personal moments discussed on the show.

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Thank you to David Meltzer for sharing your truth with us today. Follow David on Instagram @davidmeltzer.

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The Gratitudeology Podcast theme music is by HYLLS, performed by Nadia Ali @thenadiaali 

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David’s Bio: 

David Meltzer is the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire.

His life’s mission is to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy! This simple yet powerful mission has led him on an incredible journey to provide one thing: VALUE. In all his content and communication that’s exactly what you’ll receive.

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