𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙄 𝙂𝙧𝙤𝙬 𝙐𝙥: 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙀𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗶𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆.

Yeshayah Goldfarb has never believed you need a fancy title to be a leader.

It actually shows up in the smaller moments.

Like when he sees an intern speak up with an idea that changes everything.

Early on in his career with the Giants, he learned this very valuable lesson:

“Give people space, and they’ll surprise you.”

Since then he’s helped run their baseball operations wearing a number of different hats.

With hundreds of players per season.

A huge staff.

Three World Series championships.

And so much more.

The best results have come when he’s created an environment where everyone’s voice matters.

Sometimes even mentoring one person at a time to get there.

Now he’s creating a clearer path into the game for others.

More veterans.

Women ballplayers.

And diverse talent from around the world.

Because the “big names” make an impact.

But so do the people behind-the-scenes who show up with passion.

Curiosity.

And a willingness to learn every single day.

For those of you just starting out or transitioning careers, here’s what he’s seen works best:

1. Find your intersection.

Look for roles where your skills, interests, and passion overlap.

That’s where you start winning your own personal championship.

2. Seek mentorship. Not titles.

Real growth comes from your learning.

And the relationships you’re building.

Not the title you’re chasing.

3. Embrace diverse perspectives.

Are you a veteran looking to start a new career?

A woman breaking into baseball operations?

Speak another language fluently?

Your “different” background brings fresh insights.

Yes, the pro sports industry can be tough to get into.

But it’s also full of opportunities for those of you willing to think outside the box.

And connect your passion to a purpose.

It’s why Yeshayah wakes up every morning.

Excited for another chance to make a massive difference.

That includes in your career too.

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Know a student who’s ready to find their own path in the game?

Where they start matters.

Show up for them today by sharing Yeshaya’s story with them.

It just might take them to the majors.

And thank you Yeshayah for contributing your experience so others can navigate the competitive world of sports!