Ep 48: Finding the Dream Makers - Jim Morris

The Baseball and Business Podcast

Former MLB player Jim "The Rookie" Morris shares from his incredible story which Disney turned into a movie and the insurmountable odds he has once again overcome beating Parkinson's since the movie came out on Episode 48. Here are a few of the highlights from our conversation...
1. Jim talks about his difficult first stint in pro ball which led to pursuing teaching and coaching and how a bet he made with his high school baseball players propelled him to earn a second chance at pro ball as a 35 year old
2. He shares the valuable lessons veteran teammates Wade Boggs, Fred McGriff and others shared and the importance of finding those who believe in your dreams
3. Jim shares his Parkinson's diagnosis after baseball and his miraculous defeat of the disease which his neurologist has never seen
4. Jim talks about his journey as public speaker and the release of his brand new book Dream Makers which will help you learn how to be your best from surrounding yourself with the best
Jim's story shows the importance of finding the right teammates in life and not allowing others to put limitations on what is possible.

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1. Ep 48: Finding the Dream Makers - Jim Morris (00:00:00)

2. Jim describes the end of his playing career after choosing to spend more time with his family, promptly followed by a CTE-induced Parkinson's diagnosis, only to continue traveling the country as a motivational speaker. (00:05:48)

3. "Surround yourself with the best to be the best" : Jim talks about the support and prayers he received from his family and close friends, and how he garnered strength to overcome trials on the baseball diamond and with his health. (00:08:26)

4. Jim talks about his difficult first stint in the minor leagues as a 19 year old kid, followed by his return as a 35 year old experiencing the big leagues with the perspective of a rookie but with the maturity of an adult. (00:12:24)

5. After leaving pro ball, Jim excels in college science classes and plays college football as a punter, all while enduring another surgery to remove a bone spur from his shoulder. His doctor says he won't be able to pitch again. (00:18:00)

6. Jim agrees to a bet with his high school baseball team: if they were to win their district tournament, Jim would try out for the MLB. 3 months after chucking 98 at the tryout, Jim is pitching in the big leagues. (00:21:44)

7. Jim talks about the lessons he's learned about storytelling and public speaking during his time working as a motivational speaker. (00:26:02)

8. Jim gives some advice about the transition from playing pro ball to approaching a career in business and life in general. "Throw the fastball, live life for what it's worth." (00:33:52)

9. Jim's website: https://www.dreammakersbook.com/ Read to Chapter 10 to find out about the feather on the cover of the book! Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and his website. (00:37:00)