Leigh Steinberg | Major League Mensch

On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with legendary Sports Agent, Leigh Steinberg.  We discuss some of the secrets of peak performance, athlete representation, and the economics of professional sports. Leigh has represented, and continues to represent, some of the biggest and most influential names in professional sports. Leigh shares the core principles that have shaped his career, offers insights into the revolutionary methods he's exploring to rehabilitate injured athletes, and opens up about his projects designed to enhance performance and productivity. We also get an exclusive look into his passions and philanthropies outside of his work as an iconic sports agent. We explore the values Leigh learned from his family…values he continues to apply to his business and personal life.  Leigh shares his unique approach to representation. We discuss the rise of professional athletes as celebrities, and discuss the navigation of television contracts, endorsements, popular culture…and how these elements impact a professional athlete’s life and career. This eye-opening conversation also delves into how athletes can leverage their platforms for positive change…a topic close to Leigh’s heart. Leigh breaks down the financial split between owners and players, explains how ticket prices are determined, and discusses the often overlooked physical and mental toll of playing professional sports.  This episode offers a unique look into the world of professional sports that only a legend in the industry can provide.  It was a pleasure to bring you this intriguing chat with the iconic Leigh Steinberg. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 0:12:08 - Jewish Values Impacting Sports Careers 0:16:18 - The Rise of Athlete Salaries 0:19:30 - Sports Representation 0:22:45 - Responsibilities and Expectations in Professional Sports 0:25:29 - Building Careers and Networking in Sports 0:31:14 - Screen Life and Real Sports Connections 0:36:19 - Celebrity and Salaries in Professional Sports 0:44:18 - Actors' Immersive Role Transformations 0:53:43 - Books and Audiobooks Listen and subscribe on your favorite podcast app.  Also, check out the show and sign up for the newsletter at  www.storyandcraftpod.com. Story & Craft is available wherever you get your podcasts.  We just rolled out on YouTube.  Please subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! https://www.youtube.com/@storyandcraft   . . . #podcast #interview #Sports #Agent #jerrymaguire #Representation #football #baseball #basketball #hockey #boxing #dallas #cowboys #dallascowboys #cowboys #cowboysnation #mlb #nfl #nba #nhl #storyandcraft #voiceover #voiceactor