Office Hours with David Meltzer

In today’s episode, I sit down with Benjamin Todd, Eyal Lifshitz, and Steph Korour to discuss meaningful careers, small business resilience, and the mindset required to turn challenges into opportunities. Benjamin shares why building valuable skills and applying them to meaningful problems can create a more fulfilling career. Eyal explains what Bluevine’s data reveals about small business sentiment, adaptability, financial awareness, and the growing adoption of AI. Steph shares her grassroots journey building Empowered Elixir through production challenges, COVID, and rapid growth. We also discuss continuous learning, entrepreneurial resilience, and shortening the distance between a problem and its solution.

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to talk about what happens when even a well-oiled machine has an off day. We break down how small mistakes, missed details, exhaustion, and unexpected changes can quickly create interference, along with the importance of adaptability and personal accountability. I share how I use “stop, drop, and roll” to recognize my reactions to fear and respond with greater intention. We also discuss the value of studying your calendar, protecting non-negotiables, using non-time to increase efficiency, and recognizing the clues and patterns that help shorten the distance between an emotional reaction and a productive response.

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In today’s episode, Virgil Herring and I discuss how resilience, preparation, and trust in a proven process help us recover when strong starts, certain deals, or perfect shots fall apart. Virgil compares my son’s comeback after two difficult opening holes with Rory McIlroy’s ability to overcome early mistakes under pressure. We explain why past failures cannot control the present, and why outcomes beyond our control should not force us to abandon what works. Through lessons from golf and business, we share how controlling the controllable, releasing expectations, and continuing to take action create lasting confidence, perspective, and opportunity. Success begins with staying in the game long enough to improve.

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In this episode, David sits down with Lori Bruhns, Glenn Harwood, and Alex Snider for a conversation about leadership, purpose, personal growth, and making more intentional decisions. Lori shares her approach to executive coaching, helping leaders connect with their purpose, overcome obstacles, identify blind spots, strengthen relationships, and unlock their potential.

Glenn Harwood discusses his experience building AI-driven automotive technology and his new venture, Autobahn Alpha, an investment platform focused on high-quality collector cars as an alternative asset class. He shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey and his experience across the automotive, technology, and investment industries.

Alex Snider explores the importance of slowing down and questioning the constant pressure to move faster. Drawing from his new book, Sometimes You Should Be Late, and his own life-changing experiences, Alex discusses mindfulness, leadership, attention, and the courage to choose a more intentional path in a world obsessed with speed.

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In today’s episode, Brian Sher and I discuss commitment, accountability, and using influence with intention. We share how people reveal their priorities through the effort they make when weather, travel, or other obstacles interfere with their obligations. Brian and I also consider whether celebrities and athletes should use their platforms to express political views and support social change. I explain how careful planning helps me maximize major events like the Super Bowl through scheduled meetings, charitable work, media appearances, and investor conversations. We also discuss why collecting contacts means little without consistent follow-up and how intentional action separates genuine business opportunities from empty networking and social media appearances.

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In this episode, David sits down with Lindsay Othen, M.S., SHRM-CP, founder of Fluorescence Coaching & Consulting LC, for a conversation about reducing burnout, unlocking human potential, and creating thriving workplace cultures. Lindsay shares how her Flourishing Intelligence approach helps organizations better understand their people and take a first step toward healthier, more engaged workplaces.

David also speaks with Helen Jonsen, language architect, strategist, author, speaker, and host of This Kaleidoscope Career. Helen discusses her upcoming book, This Kaleidoscope Career: Empowering Women to Build Unconventional Careers and Redefine Success, and why embracing nonlinear career paths can help women at any age or stage create careers that reflect who they are.

Austin Holmes, Founder of Signal Raptor and President of Publicity For Good, reflects on 25 years of lessons from military service, including fear, pressure, sacrifice, and leadership. He also discusses what civilians often misunderstand about the post-9/11 veteran experience, how those lessons carry into careers and families, and what he hopes younger generations will understand about September 11 and its lasting impact.

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In today’s episode, I speak with Matt Uhler, Itamar Shatz, and Linda Hunt about the emotional and practical structures behind lasting business success. Matt explains why owners must prepare for the loss of identity and purpose that can follow selling a company, while buyers need financial clarity and a thoughtful transition plan. Itamar shares how immediate pleasure, fear, and uncertainty fuel procrastination, along with practical ways to make difficult tasks feel manageable. Linda discusses overcoming discomfort around money, recognizing the true value of professional services, and using scripts and systems to receive without apology. Together, we explore how structure creates confidence, clarity, and meaningful progress.

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In today’s episode, I speak with Sujay Saha, Christopher Stitt, and Hooman Ghazanfari about courageous career changes, leadership through influence, and creating clarity under pressure. Sujay explains why leaving a prestigious role does not erase years of progress, but can build valuable experience, relationships, and perspective. Christopher shares how people at any organizational level can lead by earning trust, supporting stakeholders, and bridging silos. Hooman draws on his firefighting and coaching experience to distinguish thoughtful responses from impulsive reactions, clear mental clutter, and learn from difficult moments. We also discuss professionally supported psychedelic therapy, trauma, integration, and the patterns of thought, action, and discipline that shape long term success.

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In today’s episode, Nic Glazer and I break down how careful scheduling, clear priorities, and personal non-negotiables helped me remain productive after a heavily delayed flight to New York. Despite arriving at 2:00 a.m., I protected time for sleep, exercise, meditation, family, coaching, and training before a full day at Fanatics Fest. We discuss using white space, overlapping compatible activities, planning meals, and maximizing business development, content, and relationship-building opportunities. Nic also shares how skipping a scheduled team meeting created unnecessary interference, proving that small oversights can carry significant costs. Consistency, accountability, and preparation allow us to adapt when external circumstances refuse to cooperate.

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In today’s episode, Virgil Herring and I discuss how preparation, resilience, and a dependable process help athletes perform under extraordinary pressure. Virgil shares how Brandt Snedeker overcame early struggles at the Masters by releasing his expectations and trusting the skills he had already developed. We also reflect on the personal challenges faced by Tiger Woods and John Daly, including addiction, accountability, vulnerability, and the importance of having people willing to speak honestly. Virgil explains how he prepares amateur golfers for the sport’s biggest stage by reminding them that the environment may change, but the shot remains the same. Preparation transforms fear into excitement and allows talent to take over.

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