Cleveland Brownlee | The Hustle and Grind Podcast - Ep. 37

Baseball, Bins, and Being Kind Cleveland Brownlee didn’t just arrive in London, Ontario — he built a legacy here. From an Atlanta kid grinding through Division II baseball, to hitting 13 bombs at an open tryout, to becoming one of the most recognizable community leaders in the city… this story is wild. What starts as a baseball journey quickly turns into something bigger: mindset, service, resilience, and the long‑game discipline most entrepreneurs never master. Cleveland breaks down the self‑talk that carried him through failure, the “office mindset” he brings into the batter’s box, and the Lil Wayne lyric that became his personal mantra. But the real twist? Baseball didn’t just shape his identity — it opened the door to his entire business career. A fundraiser, a chance meeting, and a promise from a local CEO changed the trajectory of his life. And instead of chasing the big leagues, Cleveland built his own version of them right here in London. This episode hits on everything: community leadership, purpose‑driven business, work‑life balance, and why helping others — even when nobody’s watching — is the ultimate competitive advantage. If you’re building something, leading something, or trying to become someone… this conversation is a must‑listen.