Cultivating Champions: Insights on Mentorship and Mindset

Business Blindspots

How does the grit and determination to become a professional athlete translate into the real world?

In this episode of Business Blindsports, James welcomes Major League Pitcher, Logan Verrett to talk about his journey of not being the best throughout most of his childhood, to digging in and winning a World Series ring.

Logan talks about his constant drive for resilience, dedication, and mental fortitude. He discusses why, although, he wasn't an athlete where everything came to him natural, he took his love for baseball and decided not making it to pros wasn't going to be an option.

Logan shares his journey including stories from his season in Korea, navigating cultural differences while enjoying the local hospitality and cuisine. He also shares insights into the mental game of baseball, the importance of a positive team environment, and how these experiences have shaped his business acumen in real estate. Logan also discusses some lighter moments from his career, including quirky pregame rituals and locker-room antics, and he offers his perspective on social media trends and their impact on mental toughness.

To connect with Logan, you can visit him at: https://www.compass.com/agents/logan-verrett/

Episode Breakdown:

• Logan shares his journey into his love for baseball
• Logan discusses his experience and his season in Korea
• Did Logan think he would make it to the pros right away?
• Why playing other sports was so crucial to his success
• When baseball really clicked for him
• Why children who excel at a really young age can hit problems later on
• Why athletes struggle with mental toughness despite talent
• Why Logan took on a Mentor role for aspiring players in baseball
• Why it's so natural for players to move into coaching
• Why clubhouse camaraderie is essential for lasting in baseball
• How supporting other's success can improve your own
• Building mental resilience requires incredible drive
• Mentorship and hard work lead to success
• Player pregame rituals