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Teaching Elite Players vs Amateurs - What's the Difference? No matter the student, the role of the instructor has never changed in it's purest sense: To Improve the Clients Condition.... I consider myself very lucky because whether I'm teaching a Sir Nick Faldo, Justin Rose or Paul McGinley or one of my members at Knickerbocker Country Club in NJ, I've always recognized 'that' one common denominator; to improve the clients condition. Curiously, I've always viewed it like a surgeon in so much as it matters not who is on the table, because at that point they are all the same, all that matters is they exit, on their terms, with the prospect of getting better. As instructors, we have a job to do: 1. Discover what the student needs help with (be specific) 2. Watch, learn and diagnose. 3. Clearly explain the new technical direction. 4. Teach. So here's the trick, who ever that student may be: find out what success would look like to them - this can be discovered by one of the following questions: 1. 'After the session today, what would you like to achieve?' 2. 'What would you like to see the ball do differently?' 3. 'How will you know that things are changing for you?' This is what I call the discovery period and the more your discover pre lesson the more informed you are of the important deliverables. To end, I consider myself lucky, students are students to me with challenges they need to overcome and it really doesn't matter if they have 6 Majors, a handicap of 6 or have been playing for 6 weeks...the end point is simple: Improve them allied to their desires.... Merry Christmas Nick Bradley - [email protected] #golf #golfing #golflife #golfexpert #golfinstruction #golflessons #golftraining #golfacademy #golfschool PGA of America Golf Club Managers Association Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) Golf Club Managers Association Damon DiOrio The PGA THE PGA TOUR CLUB #NickBradleyGolf North Florida Section, PGA of America #MetropolitanPGA #dpworldtour #PGATOUR Troon Invited ClubCorp Wayne Sheffield #KnickerbockerCountryClub

🏆 Teamwork takes the Trophy… This weekend my golf club, Hindley Hall, played in a prestigious local competition against 6 other clubs, including this years excellent host Wigan GC, called the Victory Trophy. A competition founded in 1920 to commemorate the Great War of 1914-1919. Our lads only went and won the Team Trophy by a whopping 14 shots! Teamwork and community are the themes of this years Golf Club Managers Association conference in November. What does team work and community look like in golf Clubs? ⛳️Community. Golf clubs can provide a sense of belonging. An inclusive environment where all are welcome to enjoy leisure and social time with friends old and new. ⛳️Teamwork. Being a member of a club is mostly about individual performances but there is also the opportunity to play in club team matches. A group of people all playing for a common goal. Both definitions can probably be aligned to golf club management too. Every team also needs a strong leader … or Captain. One who understands each team member, what drives them… what doesn’t. How to get the best out of a group of individuals in support of a cause you ALL believe in. That’s what great leaders do imo. Our team leader this weekend quietly and without pressure asked me to ‘keep your head down and grind out what you can, you’re doing great’ knowing I was really struggling with my back. I did and finished strongly with a birdie… how I don’t know because I could hardly walk after 27 holes of the 36 holes in windy conditions. We all kept our head down. We all ground out what we could in support of each other and our club. The result was a wonderful win and our men’s club captain was full of pride for what our community … our golf club, had accomplished. So much so he bought the team a round of celebratory drinks 🍻 Teamwork … makes the dream work. Make sure you reserve you place at this years GCMA National Conference at Hinkley Island on the 12th - 14th November and if your a partner or business looking at exhibiting please get in touch. https://lnkd.in/efSYK3iw #GCMAConference2023 #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #golfindustry #golf #golflife #community #clubmanagement

How competitive are you? I’m extremely competitive when it comes to sports, however sometimes you just need to accept defeat!   Almost a year ago I had a bet with my son who had just taken up golf. It’s a sport I’ve had a love (and occasional hate) relationship with all of my life and I was confident that he wouldn’t beat me before the end of 2023.   Despite Casey's dedication, practice and lessons, being ‘competitive Dad’, I’ve been trying my hardest as, when he eventually won, I wanted him to know he had done it on his own merit.   Under a year later and with such focus and determination, two days ago he beat me with a crazy score by our standards (4 over for 9 holes!).   I didn’t think I’d say this but I loved losing!   It’s a great and fun reminder to me of what can be achieved if we REALLY want to do something (and focus actions towards it).   The only problem... ...I was so confident that Casey wouldn’t overtake me this quickly that I bet him a golf holiday IF he achieved this. The rest of my family won’t want to miss out either so another lesson has been learned. Don’t bet high stakes if it’s going to hurt ‘paying out’ 😊 #bondmoran #golf #determonation #competition #senioraccountant #seniorrecruiter #cfos #ceos #mds #hiringmanager #winningtogether

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Very interesting read. Still see some parallels from 1967 to today.

Augusta National is far more than a golf club, and it's far more than the site for one of the world's leading sporting events. Indeed, it is a one-of-its-kind organization that exemplifies excellence across a multitude of disciplines.  As I departed from Augusta over the weekend, I reflected on this special place that Jim Nanz aptly described on television as "a tradition unlike any other." (Augusta subsequently trademarked this phrase). Below are three observations that struck me as fundamental to Augusta's remarkable success. ✅  Attention to detail. At Augusta, every detail is attended to. From the perfect fairways, where not a single blade of grass appears out of place, to the spotless stands and the staff's service, nothing is overlooked. ✅  A vision unlike any other. Augusta was born in 1932 out of the dauntless vision of Bobby Jones (then an iconic US golfer) and British golf course architect Dr. Alister MacKenzie to be a leading national golf course that would host world-class competitions. The club's commitment to being the best is reflected in everything you see—from television coverage to positioning attendees as "patrons" rather than spectators to the club's blue-chip membership. ✅  Long-term decision-making. Augusta does not play for short-term wins. It is invested in long-term value creation and a fundamentally different product than other tournaments. It executes for the long term with unwavering commitment. The famous 330-yard Magnolia Lane that extends from the entrance gate to the clubhouse was paved in 1947, yet the large magnolia trees that line both sides of the road date to the late 1850s. Anchored in tradition but embracing change with cutting-edge technology and analysis—that, to me, is what makes Augusta great. If you have not visited the Masters, I would encourage you to do so—even if it is only to study the remarkable Augusta National institution. #AugustaNational #Golf #Excellence #MagnoliaLane #Tradition

How competitive are you? I’m extremely competitive when it comes to sports, however sometimes, I don’t mind losing!   Almost a year ago I had a bet with my son who had just taken up golf. It’s a sport I’ve had a love (and occasional hate) relationship with all of my life and I was confident that he wouldn’t beat me before the end of 2023.   Despite Casey's dedication, practice and lessons, being the ‘competitive Dad’ I’ve been trying my hardest as, when he eventually won, I wanted him to know he had done it on his own merit.   Under a year later and with such focus and determination, last week he beat me with a crazy score by our standards (4 over for 9 holes!).   I didn’t think I’d say this but I loved losing!   It’s a great and fun reminder to me of what can be achieved if we REALLY want to do something.   The only problem? I was so confident that Casey wouldn’t overtake me this quickly that I bet him a golf holiday IF he achieved this. The rest of my family won’t want to miss out either so another lesson has been learned. Don’t bet high stakes if it’s going to hurt ‘paying out’ 😊 #bondmoran #golf #determonation #competition #senioraccountant #seniorrecruiter #cfos #ceos #mds #hiringmanager #winningtogether

When I started my fellowship at the Wisconsin PGA, I did not realize how much of a rewarding experience it would be. I have had the opportunity to be fully immersed in a Section's Operations and have learned so much from this experience. As a fellow, I have had the pleasure of writing an article for pga.com! Check out the latest feature and my published work, "' There is a Space For Us in This Industry': A First-Person Perspective on the Power of PGA WORKS"!

PGA of America “It was incredibly important for us to create opportunities for the players of today and in the future to be more invested in their organization, both financially and strategically. This not only further strengthens the Tour from a business perspective, but it also encourages the players to be fully invested in continuing to deliver–and further enhance–the best in golf to our fans,” the group said in a statement. Tiger Woods on PGA Tour switching to For-profit model. PGA of America ●●●●Switching to a for-profit model presents the PGA of America with a prime opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the PGA Tour and align the organization's interests with the sentiments expressed by Tiger Woods. By adopting this approach, the PGA of America can create a platform for PGA Members to become more financially and strategically invested in the organization, mirroring the intentions outlined in Woods' statement. This shift not only fortifies the business foundation of the PGA of America but also fosters an environment where PGA Members are encouraged to fully commit themselves to delivering and enhancing the best in golf for the enjoyment of new and present golfers. Furthermore, a for-profit model can empower PGA Members with a direct stake in the financial success and strategic direction of the organization. This alignment of interests can drive greater motivation, commitment, and engagement among PGA Members, ultimately fueling their dedication to elevating the sport and delivering exceptional experiences for new golfers and present golfers. Additionally, the financial incentives tied to a for-profit structure can inspire PGA Members to actively contribute to the long-term success and sustainability of the PGA of America, thereby fostering a culture of shared responsibility and collective achievement. By embracing a for-profit model, the PGA of America can create a symbiotic relationship between the organization, PGA Members, and the overall golfing community. This alignment of interests can further strengthen the organization from both a business and sporting perspective, driving growth, innovation, and a renewed sense of purpose. Ultimately, this transition can position the PGA of America to realize its full potential as a leader in the golfing world, harnessing the collective dedication and passion of PGA Members to deliver unparalleled value to new golfers, present golfers and stakeholders alike.●●●●

Nick Dunlap is a 20-year-old sophomore from the The University of Alabama and has just become the youngest winner on the PGA TOUR since 1910. As an amateur, he beat some of the best PGA golfers in the world in this past weekend's elevated event, the American Express Championship. He also became the first amateur to win since 1991. During interviews all week, Nick was quoted as saying, "I'm just trying to learn as much as I can." Nick entered the tournament, having won the US Amateur the year before and has played in two US Opens through the United States Golf Association (USGA). He's no stranger to high-stakes competition at the highest levels. Yet, Nick still entered the week with a #growthmindset. He talked about acquiring as many learnings as possible as he walked inside the ropes with the world's best. He observed how the pros show up and prepare for the week of a tournament, where they register and eat, and how they manage their time and bodies throughout the week. Nick learned a lot. When asked in the post-round interview if he had homework to complete that night, he responded, "Yep....but I'm probably not going to do it." I'm sure you'll get a pass on that one. Also, you should ensure you get a lovely gift from Christiaan Bezuidenhout, who took home first-place money (💰 $1.5M!) after finishing second to you, the amateur who can't take $$; although I'm sure that #NIL money will be pretty good. The future is bright on the PGA Tour, and let this be a lesson to us all that when you operate from a place of continuous learning, there are no limits to your success. #RollTide #Golf #GrowthMindset #Goals