The Leadership Remix: From Baseball Broadcasts to Building Trust in Business With Joel Goldberg

In this episode of Gen X Remix, host Tabatha Jones, The Corporate Escape Sherpa™, sits down with Joel Goldberg, Emmy Award–winning broadcaster, keynote speaker, and longtime voice of the Kansas City Royals. Drawing from decades inside professional locker rooms, Joel shares powerful leadership lessons rooted in kindness, consistency, and genuine connection. Joel and Tabatha explore how the principles that build championship teams translate directly into effective leadership in business and life. From earning trust and fostering strong relationships to leading across generations, Joel emphasizes that success is rarely about grand gestures — it’s built through small, intentional actions done consistently over time. The conversation also dives into creating a meaningful second act in midlife, embracing change, and staying open to new opportunities. Joel shares behind-the-scenes stories from his broadcasting career, the inspiration behind his books Small Ball, Big Results and Small Ball, Big Dreams, and why leadership always starts with people. This episode is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to re-energize your career — or your life — with purpose and passion. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown:00:00 – Introduction and Sponsorship01:11 – Welcome to Gen X Remix01:26 – Meet Joel Goldberg03:02 – Joel’s Remix Story05:34 – Transitioning into a Speaking Business06:52 – Leadership Lessons from Team Dynamics18:37 – Navigating Generational Differences in the Workplace26:40 – Writing Small Ball, Big Results & Small Ball, Big Dreams27:46 – The Pressure (and Resistance) to Write a Book28:14 – Choosing a Podcast Instead28:30 – The Kansas City Royals’ Cinderella Story29:55 – Launching the Rounding the Bases Podcast30:21 – Baseball-Themed Questions for Guests31:05 – Understanding the Concept of “Small Ball”31:54 – Writing Small Ball, Big Results32:28 – Writing Small Ball, Big Dreams33:35 – Stories of Women Breaking Barriers in Sports36:50 – Why People Are the Real Key to Success40:59 – Self-Care, Consistency, and Longevity45:46 – Embracing Change and New Opportunities51:12 – Connecting with Joel Goldberg52:20 – Final Thoughts & Inspiration ________________________________________   💡 Today’s Sponsor — The Freedom Builder System For just $57/month, get the tools and support you need to confidently leave corporate and build a business that feels good: ✨ Biz Builder AI: A custom AI with five “Sherpas” to help you pick the right business idea, build offers, map your runway, and market yourself without sounding cringe. ✨ Freedom Builder Community: Live support, accountability, and training — like having your Corporate Escape Sherpa in your pocket 24/7. 👉 Learn more: https://www.corporateescapesherpa.com/the-freedom-builder-system ________________________________________ 🔗 Connect with Joel Goldberg  Visit www.joelgoldbergmedia.com ________________________________________ 🔗 Connect with Your Host, Tabatha Jones Career Advancement & Leadership Coach | The Corporate Escape Sherpa™ Helping Gen-X women build businesses (and lives) that actually feel good. 📱 Instagram: @coach_tabatha 📩 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Websites: empowered-leader.com | corporateescapesherpa.com