Let me tell you a secret — I wasn’t some standout player. I was a below average JUCO player. A below average Division I player. A below average NAIA player. No one was looking at me back then and thinking, “That guy’s going to work with MLB All-Stars one day.” But at 27, I was interviewing for MLB hitting coordinator jobs. Not because I was a great player. Not because of connections or status. It was because I got access — access to mentors, information, and resources that changed my life.

In this episode, I break down what really separates great coaches from everyone else. It’s not pedigree. It’s not where you played. It’s how hungry you are to learn, reflect, and grow. We’ll talk about: The myth of needing a big résumé to make an impact Why mentorship accelerates growth faster than anything else How to find mentors — even from afar — and learn from them daily Breaking limiting beliefs that hold coaches back Why curiosity and consistency matter more than talent How faith, humility, and perseverance shape long-term success You don’t need status to change your trajectory — you need commitment to growth. Whether you’re 23 or 63, your story isn’t finished.

So lean in. You’re closer than you think.

“Your past doesn’t decide your ceiling. Your commitment to growth does.”

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