The Resilient Leaders Podcast with J.R. Briggs Ep 309: Leadership Lessons from this year’s World Series MVP
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Nov 5, 2025 Discover the inspiring journey of World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto, whose leadership shines both on and off the mound. His memorable habit of taking real-time notes reveals a commitment to continuous improvement. Learn how his quiet act of cleaning the dugout after games illustrates cultural values and servant leadership. Unpack four key leadership lessons that emphasize humility, the importance of actions, the impact of unseen work, and how a servant-minded approach can profoundly influence others.
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Notebook During The Game
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto sat alone in the dugout writing real-time notes about his pitches and hitters during games.
- He used a small black notebook to capture details instead of relying on memory or tape review.
Write Immediate Performance Notes
- Use a notebook to capture observations and feelings in the moment instead of relying on memory.
- Writing details immediately preserves nuance and accelerates improvement.
Cleaning The Dugout After Wins
- After dominant starts Yamamoto quietly cleaned the Dodgers' dugout, folding towels and picking up cups.
- He carried a habit from Japan of honoring the game by doing small, unseen tasks regardless of status.