For All the Marbles Episode #10: Make a Lot of Money. Help a Lot of People. Have a Lot of Fun"- David Meltzer, Globally Recognized Entrepreneur and Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute

In this deeply moving and powerful conversation, Bart sits down with David Meltzer — globally recognized entrepreneur, chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute, former CEO of the

Lee Steinberg Sports & Entertainment Agency, and one of the most authentic voices in leadership today. David opens up about his childhood, his drive to succeed, his rise to massive financial success, and the painful wake‑up calls that forced him to confront ego, fear, and self‑hatred. Through stories of family, faith, bankruptcy, humility, and service, David shares the mindset shift that transformed his life: moving from making money for happiness to making money to help people. This episode is a masterclass in purpose, kindness, asking for help, and living in alignment with who you are meant to be.

Major Takeaways / Learnings

• Money doesn’t create happiness — purpose does. David learned that financial success without service leaves an unfillable void.
• Ego is fear in disguise. The ego shows up as the need to be right, superior, offended, or separate — and it interferes with our potential.
• Stop is a superpower. Pausing, breathing, and choosing intention is how we move from ego to alignment.
• You live in a universe of more than enough. The real work is identifying what you’re doing to interfere with it.
• Asking for help is giving. When you ask someone for help, you give them the opportunity to serve and feel purpose.
• Kindness beats being right. Choosing compassion in everyday moments changes relationships and outcomes.
• Daily discipline creates lasting change. David lives by consistent practices rooted in faith, gratitude, and devotion.
• True leadership is service. David defines success as being a “beloved servant” to others.

Memorable Quotes

• “You’re either humble — or you’re about to be.”
• “I don’t live to get more. I live to interfere less.”
• “Ego is fear showing up as the need to be right.”
• “Ask for help — it’s one of the greatest gifts you can give someone.”
• “Make a lot of money for the sake of helping a lot of people.”
• “Be kind to your future self.”

Why It Matters / How to Use It

This episode is a blueprint for anyone chasing success but feeling unfulfilled, overwhelmed, or disconnected. David Meltzer’s honesty about ego, fear, loss, and redemption gives listeners permission to pause, reflect, and realign their lives. Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, parent, or someone searching for meaning, this conversation offers practical wisdom on how to live with intention, serve others, and build a life rooted in purpose — not performance. The lessons shared here remind us that happiness comes not from accumulation, but from alignment, generosity, and asking for help.