What is it like to play in the Olympics? For most athletes, the goal is to train, be the best, and win the Gold medal. And when you’ve done all that and more, all the training and conditioning will serve you well as you pursue life after the Olympics. But, when you have won the Gold medal, you never lose sight of The GOLD Standard in everything you do.  Welcome to another episode of The Gold Standard Podcast. Today’s guest is Michele Smith, a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist, 8-time Japan Pro-League Champ & MVP, and international pro-left-handed-hitting fastpitch softball pitcher. She is a USA Softball Hall of Fame honoree and currently a sports commentator at ESPN. Join us as we talk about softball, the Olympic Games, broadcasting, and discovering new passions.  “Even if I don’t know how to do something, trust me, I will figure it out, and that's where hard work comes in.” - Michele Smith In This Episode: - Meet Michele Smith, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and USA Softball Hall of Fame honoree - Michele shares how her love of softball began, her favorite memory of the Olympic Games, her fantastic experience playing  in Japan, and how she got into broadcasting - Michele talks about the growth of the sport and her experience being ESPN’s sports commentator. - The beginning of Sunset Inn & Cottages, The West Events, and Michele’s beautiful life in Florida - What does The GOLD Standard mean for Michele? - 3 Gold tips for softball players today And more… Resources: Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success Connect with Michele: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube Connect with Leah Amico: Website Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Twitter LinkedIn TikTok Youtube