Steve Sax
All-Star Baseball Player, Leadership and Teambuilding Speaker
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Steve Sax
Biography
The baseball career of Steve Sax spanned 18 years and featured many impressive moments.This five-time All-Star was named "National League Rookie of the Year" in 1982 and continued to improve his game with each passing season. Steve played second base with intensity and toughness for the Los Angeles Dodgers until 1988. During his years with the team, Steve's defensive play was a key element in the team's winning two World Series. He then played for the New York Yankees from 1989 to 1991 and then went on to play for the Chicago White Sox and the Oakland A's.After his retirement from baseball in 1994, Steve went on to express his love of thegame contributing commentary on ESPN and as Major League baseball analyst forFox Sports' Prime Time.He was published in the WALL STREET JOURNAL for an article he authored onpersonal responsibility and self -reliance. This article was recognized by The Presidentof the United States for its candid and thoughtful remarks regarding characterbuilding in our children.Born January 29, 1960 in Sacramento, California, Steve has been a NorthernCalifornia resident most of his life, always returning to his off-season home whenbaseball season came to a close. Growing up in the middle of a five-sibling broodfostered his competitive nature and drive to excel. A lifelong skilled athlete, Stevehas a black belt in Shotokan karate and in kickboxing as well.In 2001, realizing that he had accomplished his professional baseball aspiration; herededicated his talents to helping individuals and families to manage their financesas Vice President of Investments for the Royal Bank of Canada.In 2013, Steve returned to the field as first base coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Also,he is a member of the NSA (National Speakers Association).Most recently, Steve has become a credentialed life/business coach with CTI (Coaches Training Institue) in the Co-Active method. Steve is currently employed with MLB (Major League Baseball) TV as well as radio (Sirius/XM). He is Chairman of the Board for the Steve Sax Foundation-Mentor coaching the youth of America.Steve is the author of the new book Shift : Change Your Mindset and You Change Your World that has been endorsed by Donald Trump. SHIFT is a motivational and inspirational book that outlines action steps to change your mindset and to become a success.
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Motivation
It all starts with a big dream. Never underestimate the will and passion of the human spirit. The value of motivation transcends all boundaries. Always known as a gutsy and passionate player on the field, Steve brings this same dynamic motivation to the stage. Also, he is able to draw from his success on the baseball field and in the world of finance to link this ultra important tangible to his audience.
Leadership
Always by example. Drawing the distinction between talkers and doers. People will always follow the ultimate professional. Steve’s gripping personal testimony on leadership is one of the reasons he consistently receives standing ovations. There are many elements and styles of leadership-and Steve specifically targets this to his audience. Also, Steve draws from his extensive knowledge of American history, including the Civil War and early twentieth century.
Team Building
Grasping the importance of winning as a unit. Selflessness, Integrity, and Never compromising core principles. One of these core principles is humility. Being the leader that exemplifies charting a course with a humble heart is the ultimate in putting others first and why your team will follow you.
Personal Development
Real life experiences dealing with overcoming a career on the verge of collapse. This is an example from Steve’s personal testimony as a professional athlete dealing with ridicule, self doubt, humility, and near collapse before a national viewing public. Sports are a mirror of life, and Steve directly links this enormous triumph to his audience and their personal everyday challenges.
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