Baseball Quote by Tommy Lasorda
“Think about each pitch like you think about women, then select one which is particularly appealing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Leadership, 1998
The speaker likens evaluating pitches to assessing women, suggesting a strategic, selective approach based on appeal.
In simple terms: Select pitches like choosing partners.
Key Takeaway
Apply selective criteria wisely.
Themes
sports
strategy
selection
gender analogy
appeal
Mood
strategic
playful
controversial
Type
advice
analogy
strategy
When to use this quote
- baseball scouting
- business pitches
- dating advice
Key Concepts
decision making
evaluation methods
marketing parallels
Questions to Reflect On
- How does appeal influence choice?
- Is the analogy appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Analogy may be seen as sexist.
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