We’re quickly approaching the end of summer, that bittersweet time when golf professionals who’ve been working nonstop start to feel conflicted. On one hand, there’s disappointment that summer is coming to a close. On the other, there’s relief that the busiest season is nearly behind us. (It’s true!) And with good reason. This time of … Read more
It is late summer here in the PNW and the golf season has been “rockin’ in full swing” for several months now. In my experience, it is this time when the “dog days in the golf business” truly begin and weigh most heavily on lead PGA professionals and their key leadership staff. With that in … Read more
As I continue this Leadership in Hospitality series, I find myself repeatedly drawn to the insights of Marcus Buckingham. His approach to leadership and performance remains both practical and inspiring to me—and hopefully for you as well. In this installment, I want to highlight a short Instagram video that speaks directly to our industry. In … Read more
For article #6 of the Leadership in Hospitality (in the Golf Industry) series, the writing and posting of Marcus Buckingham are really resonating. Personally, I find inspiration in his delivery and direct commentary on topics that are highly relevant to our hospitality industry. For this piece, let’s focus on his comments about the importance of … Read more
For the fifth article of the Leadership in Hospitality (in the Golf Industry) Series, I thought I would stay on the theme of looking at the writing/posting of Marcus Buckingham. I find some frank, blunt and/or direct commentary in this one: There is no excuse for not being a good leader and it all starts … Read more
On to article four of the Leadership in Hospitality (in the Golf Industry) Series. Surprise, I found more inspiration in the writing/posting of Marcus Buckingham. For this one, I’ll share the points I’ve gleaned from his book “Designing Work That People Love.” In Designing Work That People Love, Buckingham shares his belief that creating meaningful … Read more