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After being released from MLB and passing the age of 35, I began to work on basic IT skills necessary in society, such as PowerPoint and Excel, for the first time.
However, compared to new graduates, my skills are less than 5% and I’m technically inexperienced.
If asked how useful a person who has been “all about baseball” can be in a company, the answer is harsh.
I’ve seen many former colleagues open restaurants after retirement, only to close them shortly after, ending that path.
Knowing this reality, I strongly feel how important it is for young players to have diverse skills.
Moreover, the cost of continuing baseball in modern households is expensive.
Baseball equipment prices often exceed those of golf equipment, becoming a significant burden on household finances.