Making the Most of Bad Luck with Forrest Griffin and James Maslow

In today’s episode, I’m joined by actor and musician James Maslow and UFC legend Forrest Griffin. We talk about the interplay of hard work, luck, and the courage to take risks. Forrest shares how moments of bad luck can pave the way for unexpected success, recalling how a staph infection led to one of the defining victories of his career. James reflects on finding growth in setbacks, the importance of discipline, and making decisions that shape a fulfilling life. We also explore staying grounded amid responsibility and success, balancing ambition with personal priorities, and the value of leaving everything a little better than you found it.

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Welcome to The Playbook, hosted by entrepreneur, CEO, author and keynote speaker David Meltzer. On the podcast you’ll find a mix of interviews, Q&A, fireside chats, keynotes, and exclusive conversations with the most influential CEO’s, sports icons, and successful entrepreneurs who share their personal and professional play-by-play of the “what”, “why”, and “how” to achieve anything you set your mind to.