Neil Haley sits down with former Pittsburgh Pirates manager and MLB veteran Clint Hurdle, who shares his powerful insights on leadership, overcoming adversity, and his journey from a successful baseball career to co-authoring a book, "Hurdles". Clint talks candidly about his time with the Pirates, the importance of humility, handling unexpected life changes, and how he uses his experiences to inspire others both in and outside baseball.
1. Reviving the Pittsburgh Pirates:
Clint reflects on how he and his team revitalized the Pirates, ending decades-long losing streaks.
Emphasizes the collective effort and building a team culture focused on winning and resilience.
2. Baseball Career Highlights:
Shares fond memories playing with the Kansas City Royals, alongside legends like George Brett.
Discusses his journey from playing professionally to coaching and managing in MLB.
3. Importance of Humility in Leadership:
Believes strongly in humility as a cornerstone of leadership.
His most important life lesson: “There are two kinds of people—those who are humble, and those about to be.”
4. Transition into Writing:
Explains initial reluctance to write a book, but later sees the value in sharing leadership and life lessons through stories.
Book: Hurdles – Co-authored, based on his philosophy, life lessons, and baseball journey.
5. Current Role and Future Plans:
Recently returned as hitting coach for the Colorado Rockies.
Active as a corporate motivational speaker, sharing lessons learned in sports applied to leadership and teamwork in business.
On humility:
“There are two kinds of people in the world—those that are humble and those that are about to be.”
On leadership:
“A leader shows up, even when things get tough.”
On unexpected life changes:
“When people you love ask for help, you go help them.”
Book: Hurdles – Available on Amazon.com
Speaking and Appearances: Clint actively engages in corporate speaking events, drawing on his extensive experience in MLB leadership.
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