From the Dugout to the Boardroom: Joel Goldberg’s Approach to Winning Teams
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From the Dugout to the Boardroom: Joel Goldberg’s Approach to Winning Teams
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About this listen
On today’s episode of the McCoy Leadership Podcast, I sat down with Joel Goldberg, veteran sports broadcaster and author, as he shared powerful lessons from his journey in baseball and business. Joel dove into the importance of building trust, practicing your craft, and how small daily actions lead to big success—whether you’re leading a major league team or growing your company. If you’re ready to step up your leadership, connect authentically, and drive results, this conversation is packed with insights you can use right now.
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00:00 Broadcasting, Baseball, and Business Ventures
05:39 Social Media's Impact on Socializing
07:32 "Work, Learning, and Digital Socializing"
11:23 "Job Hunting Before the Internet"
15:15 "Importance of Communication Cues"
17:02 "Growth, Connection, and Success Advice"
21:35 "Start Writing by Logging Thoughts"
25:00 "Building Trust Through Interviews"
30:08 Accountability and Leadership in Sports
32:07 "Baseball Misread and Coaching Error"
37:18 "Small Ball, Big Impact"
38:43 Storytelling for Everyday Inspiration
43:36 "Raising Others One Inch"
46:07 "Controlling Energy Over Outcomes"
49:21 "Legacy of the Negro Leagues"
51:18 iPad Pro: Game Day Essential
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Key Takeaways:
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Relationships Matter More Than Ever: Whether it’s breaking into TV with resume tapes (or links!), or standing out in a sea of LinkedIn messages, Joel Goldberg emphasized that personal connection—through a phone call, email, or face-to-face meeting—truly sets you apart.
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Small Ball, Big Results: Success isn’t just about home runs. Joel Goldberg shared how small, intentional actions—like accountability, trust-building, and doing the little things no one sees—add up to transformational results, both in baseball and business.
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Leaders Lift Others Up: Great leaders show positivity and are “energy givers.” Whether you’re an athlete, executive, or entrepreneur, creating a safe environment and taking responsibility—especially when things go wrong—cultivates trust and lasting impact on your team.
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Book Recommendations
The Soul of Baseball
Small Ball Big Dreams
Small Ball Big Results