Why Accountability Changes Everything

The Playbook With David Meltzer

In today’s episode, I sit down with Rudi Riekstins, an entrepreneur, international speaker, and coach with over two decades of experience transforming lives through mindfulness and self-mastery. Rudi shares his journey from a pivotal moment at 16, when he felt called to inspire others, to making his first million at 25, only to discover it didn’t fulfill him. We explore how shifting from external blame to internal accountability reshaped his life and discuss practical tools for rewiring mindset, curating emotions, and navigating challenges. I also reflect on my own experiences of turning setbacks into opportunities for growth and the importance of aligning with a higher purpose.