PERFORMANCE PAGES: Extreme Ownership Chapters 3 & 4

In today's episode of Performance Pages, we're diving into chapters three and four of Jocko Willink and Leif Babin's book, "Extreme Ownership". If you haven't listened to the first episode, we suggest you go back and check it out. This book provides key insights from military and business settings that we can apply on the baseball field and in life. In today's episode, we cover:

*Chapter 3 "Believe" summary (1:37)

*Believe in the mission (2:51)

*Switch from asking "why?" To "how?" (5:42)

*Chapter 4 "Check The Ego" summary (9:14)

*Take control over your ego (10:01)

*Goal planning starts with tracing the steps to success (14:48)

As you progress through this episode, you'll notice key themes regarding belief in the mission, knowing the "why", ego management, and goal planning. If you'd like to read along with us, please feel free to do so!

In today's episode of the #AloneTogether series, we have a discussion with shortstop Elvis Andrus. As you know from his previous interview, Elvis is a deep-thinker on and off the field. In times like these, insights from Andrus can serve as inspiration as we face numerous unknowns. In today's episode with Elvis, we discuss:

*What he's doing more now than ever before (4:03)

*Learning to meditate and applying what he has learned (7:16)

*Where he gets his energy and enthusiasm (9:18)

*The importance of music in his performance (12:30)

*Words of encouragement during this time (15:27)

*Working on the mental side (19:07)

*Closing thoughts (22:00)

In this discussion with Elvis, we are reminded to keep learning every day, and to make sure we make time for meditation and self-care. In short, Elvis tells us to do something that brings us joy. Positivity like this serves as a gentle reminder to take care of ourselves and those around us.

In today's episode of the #AloneTogether series, we have a discussion with catcher Jose Trevino. As you may know, Jose is known for his positive demeanor and unique insights into experiences in and out of baseball. In this discussion with Jose, we cover:

*What he has learned through these times (0:53)

*How he has put his mind to work off the field (6:19)

*Why we shouldn't panic (9:45)

*Important things we can do for our neighbor (12:19)

*Words of encouragement (17:08)

One aspect that surprised Jose was everyone's ability to get creative during the shutdown, especially when it comes to entertainment. In our discussion with Jose, he reminds us this will eventually pass and to take care of the neighbors who need us most. Such selfless acts for others can ease the burden of this shutdown and remind us to be grateful for what we have.

In today's episode of the #AloneTogether series, we have a discussion with pitcher Taylor Hearn. Taylor gives us an understanding of his athletic background and unique experiences that have shaped his baseball career. In today's episode, we discuss:

*Thoughts/actions as he navigates through these times (0:39)

*Keeping his mind/body active (2:01)

*His visualization process (4:38)

*Examining those who came before him (10:03)

*His unique hobby (16:15)

*A lesson he has learned (20:44)

Taylor's experiences in baseball and a certain unique sport (listen to find out) have taught him a lot about failure and what it takes to be resilient in his craft. Additionally, he pays homage to those who came before him and discusses which athletes he looked up to most as a youth. As we conclude the interview with Taylor, he tells us to not line our attitude up with our situations, but rather use our attitude to change our situations- something we can all apply to our lives in one way or another.

PERFORMANCE PAGES: EPISODE ONE (CH. 1-2)

Welcome to Performance Pages, where we breakdown a popular book and detail the lessons we can apply on the baseball field and in life. The book we're covering in this rendition of the series is "Extreme Ownership" by, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. In today's episode, we cover chapters one and two, discussing the authors' experiences on the battlefield and how they can be applied to our personal lives. In this episode, we discuss:

*Chapter 1 "Extreme Ownership" summary (1:07)

*Take time to reflect (2:20)

*Don't fake ownership (5:09)

*Chapter 2 "No Bad Teams, Only Bad Leaders" summary (8:32)

*Be mindful of what you allow (9:58)

*Don't victimize yourself (12:53)

Feel free to read along with us. If not, listen in on the lessons we gathered from Jocko and Leif, and learn how this is applied to the baseball field and beyond.

...Details coming soon

Baseball has been a constant in Roy Silver's life since his father first threw him a ball at the age of three. For a man like Roy, his experiences as a player, coach, and mentor has helped him to tap into players and coaches who span numerous cultures and life experiences. In today's episode with Roy, we discuss:

*One constant in the development of athletes and human beings (5:40)

*The best piece of advice for someone at a low point (7:43)

*What excites him most/what needs to change in baseball (11:33)

*Advice for up-and-coming coaches (14:46)

*His experiences with cultural divides in and out of baseball (17:14)

*Critical moments that changed the trajectory of hs life (26:31)

*How to "reset" when things are tough (31:05)

Roy would never tell you, but he's helped shape the careers of numerous MLB players. Instead, he embraces humility and empathy, seeking to understand the individual and put himself in their shoes. As you listen to this podcast, you'll hear Roy's passion exude through his intentionality and positivity.

In today's session, we dive into what makes 2011 World Series champion Lance Lynn tick.  We discuss:

*Who influenced him in his childhood as he aspired to reach the MLB level (1:56)

*Where his desire to compete comes from (3:11)

*His responsibility to others (8:42)

*How he gets in the zone to reach peak performance (17:28)

Lance is an established professional with nearly a decade of MLB experience under his belt.  As a loving father, husband, and devout competitor, Lance teaches us that no matter the hand you're dealt, the perceptions of who you are and how you want to be perceived is based upon you and you alone.  To watch today's interview, please click the following link: https://vimeo.com/359882492

As a catcher with 19 professional seasons under his belt, Jeff Mathis exemplifies "staying power" in the game of baseball. Even though it takes great talent to stick around at the game's highest level, Jeff details how self-talk and your actions as a teammate can help you to remain relevant in your domain. In today's episode, we discuss:

*Patience as a tool for building relationships (3:12)

*Consideration and respect for others who came before you (6:21)

*The dangers of internalization/the importance of leaning on others when you need help (11:00)

*Opportunity as a finite resource (18:35)

When your professional career spans nearly two decades, you learn a lot from those around you. Jeff's discussion with us demonstrates the importance of introverted/extroverted traits and when one should remain quiet or speak-up. As we discuss Jeff's career, we learn how one must carry themselves not only as a player, but a teammate as well.

As the Director of Travel for the Texas Rangers, Josh Shelton's work is almost exclusively behind the scenes. Booking a hotel room may seem like a simple task, but when you have to book rooms and flights for 60+ personnel, the stress of the job can take a toll on the individual. In today's episode, we discuss:

*How Josh organizes his thoughts in his stressful occupation (3:00)

*Josh's mental preparation tactics (11:55)

*Regrouping techniques he utilizes (16:30)

As one can imagine, managing logistics in MLB can be quite stressful, and Josh has to be on his "A" game at all times in the job. In today's interview, we see the importance of concise communication and are also reminded by Josh that "there's always a reason to smile- if you can't find it, look harder". To watch today's episode, please click the following link: https://vimeo.com/362923631