Doug Waechter Leads with Empower

"Don't let other people tell you that you are not good enough to do something. Give it your best shot and prove them wrong!"

The Lead with Empower crosses enemy lines!!!! Dan Jaskot, the host and avid fan of the New York Yankees, is joined by real estate agent, former major league pitcher with the Tampa Bay Rays, and current broadcaster of the Rays, Mr. Doug Waechter. All kidding aside - what a tremendous time with Doug - he brings a wealth of leadership insight, humor, and engaging storytelling to the podcast. We hope you enjoy our conversation!

00:00: Episode Introduction, Guest "Roll Call", and Finding the Positives

• Introducing former major league pitcher, current broadcaster, and real estate agent, Doug Waechter. Doug is from the Tampa area of Florida, grew up as a Tampa Bay Rays fan, and became a pitcher for his home-town team!
• Between his years in the "big leagues", his tremendous professional experience, and his commitment to faith and family, Doug brings a unique, exciting, and entertaining leadership perspective to the Lead with Empower Podcast!
• We learn about Doug's views on the Rays' 2021 season and the current state of baseball. We also discuss Doug's strategies for being successful in multi-task environments - "You gotta put your big rocks in first; make sure that the things that are most important to you are being taken care of"

23:55: The Leadership Journey: "You have to be self-motivated, find a way to succeed and keep your focus on the long-term goals"

• We discuss Doug's path to the big leagues, the leadership challenges associated with life in the minor leagues, and the tremendous start to Doug's big league career.
• Doug also shares a great story about an encounter with Hall of Famer, Frank "the Big Hurt" Thomas
• We also discuss the importance of positive leadership and team chemistry in what can be considered a somewhat individual sport in baseball.
• Doug sends a special shoutout to Tino Martinez and Louis Gonzalez for their tremendous leadership!

48:20: "Get comfortable with the uncomfortable" - Transitioning from the Big Leagues to "Civilian Life"

• Doug discusses his retirement from baseball and how the decision to hang-up the cleats came to fruition.
• "If you are a competitor by nature, you will find a way to compete and you will have that internal pride to be the best"
• Doug shares his story of finding success outside of baseball!

59:30: "Finishing the Drill" and Episode Closure

• We conclude our great conversation with Doug Waechter in traditional "Lead with Empower" fashion - rapid response questions and answers!
• We learn (1) the best advice Doug has ever received from a coach, (2) his favorite current ballplayer, (3) favorite stadiums, (4) a skill of his that he'd like to pass down to his children, and (5) a message of inspiration for athletes who dream of competing at the highest level!

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Musical Credit to Matt Jaskot

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