#245- The Heart of the Game: Joe Siddall's Path to Broadcasting Excellence

In today’s episode, Andy connects with former professional baseball player and current Toronto Blue Jays’ TV analyst and commentator Joe Siddall.

A quote that comes to mind with this episode is this:

“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free”

This quote attributed to Michaelangelo in reference to one of his sculptures. However, it also applies to Joe Siddall. He is a walking monument to what it means to have an attitude of gratitude. So much so that his daughter MacKenzie created her own brand to encourage the practice of 'gratitude' in order to help others live up to their potential.

One of the special things that Joe demonstrates for us is that many of his core beliefs and codes of conduct are actually well-established mindfulness and optimal performance concepts that each of us has inside of us. We just need to learn to look for them. And just like Michaelangelo, if we can simply continue to carve until we set our own talents free, we, too, can create a life that is a beautiful work of art.

As you listen to this podcast, see how many of Joe’s “Kevinism’s” come through. These “Kevinism’s” are the inspiration behind many of Joe’s expressed beliefs. You’ll learn why from the interview and will definitely want to hear it from Joe himself.

Some of the concepts and themes Joe has practiced and lived himself are listed below. You are sure to hear others as you listen to this interview with Andy.

1. Live life with an attitude of gratitude
2. Keep moving forward
3. We have to take action to realize the opportunities we are given
4. Be adaptable
5. Be present
6. Competence leads to confidence which leads to performance
7. You can quiet your inner critic
8. Lean on others for support and guidance

Joe has a professional baseball career that spans 13 years playing in the big leagues for three teams; the Montreal Expos, Florida Marlins and the Detroit Tigers.

Known as a defensive specialist, his skills were excellent and this is the one of the main reasons why he was able to rise the ranks he did in professional sport. This episode is about so much more than his playing days as a professional athlete, but more so how one lives a life rooted in the things that matter most. Through love, life, death and grief, Joe and his family have learned that gratitude and appreciation are the keys to finding meaning and purpose in this one life that we are offered. Hoping you find some takeaway value in this discussion with the inspiring Joe Siddall.

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Check out Joe's daughter Mackenzie's "Attitude with Gratitude' website.