Curiosity, Expertise, and Why the Best Never Stop Learning
Thu Feb 05 2026
Zach and Alex reflect on a trip to Florida, working with athletes in a different environment, and a pattern they keep seeing at every high level of sport — true experts lead with curiosity, not ego.
They talk about youth culture, coaching perspectives, why kids are more similar than we think, and how elite performers stay open to new ideas instead of protecting their identity. The conversation moves from baseball development to leadership, humility, and why curiosity is often the real separator between novices and true professionals.
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Zach and Alex reflect on a trip to Florida, working with athletes in a different environment, and a pattern they keep seeing at every high level of sport — true experts lead with curiosity, not ego. They talk about youth culture, coaching perspectives, why kids are more similar than we think, and how elite performers stay open to new ideas instead of protecting their identity. The conversation moves from baseball development to leadership, humility, and why curiosity is often the real separator between novices and true professionals. Follow us on socials for updates and more content: MacStrength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macstrengthmn MacStrength Website: https://www.macstrengthmn.com Dr. Alex Twenge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralextwenge Coach Zach Elder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachzachelder