The most successful athletes focus on being their best regardless of where they were drafted, whom they play for, their salary, if they are traded, etc. They focus all of their energy on being ready for the big moment.
Steve Pearce was drafted 241st overall by Pittsburgh. Over the next 13 years, he would play for seven teams. This year, he started the season with Toronto but was traded to Boston for a minor league infielder and money. After hitting 3 homeruns with 8 RBI’s, he was name World Series MVP.
True confidence allows athletes to overcome their circumstances. They take what they have and focus on making the most of it. Will you be a Steve Pearce the next time you circumstances aren’t in your favor?