Are there 10 Leadership Lessons You Can Learn from Full Swing?
The Netflix series Full Swing takes viewers behind the scenes of the PGA Tour, offering an unprecedented look into the lives of professional golfers. While it focuses on the highs and lows of individual players, it also provides valuable lessons in leadership, perseverance, and managing pressure at the highest level. Here are ten key leadership […]
Simon Sinek and Finding Your Why on the Golf Course
One of the most powerful TED Talks I’ve come across is Simon Sinek’s “How Great Leaders Inspire Action.” His message about the importance of knowing your “why” resonates deeply with my approach to leadership coaching, especially on the golf course. Sinek talks about how great leaders inspire by focusing on their core purpose—their “why”—rather than […]
Personal Mastery and Systems Thinking – The Course as a System
Peter Senge’s work on systems thinking and personal mastery offers a powerful lens through which to view leadership. He talks about seeing yourself as part of a larger system and committing to personal growth. For me, the golf course is an ideal environment to explore both concepts. In golf, everything is connected—the terrain, the weather, […]
Theory U – Leading from the Future as It Emerges
Otto Scharmer’s Theory U introduces the idea of leading from a place of deep listening and presence. For me, the golf course offers the perfect environment for this kind of leadership development. Out on the course, the usual distractions of daily business life melt away, and leaders have the space to listen—not just to their […]
Experiential Learning – Leadership Lessons From the Course
David Kolb’s experiential learning theory reminds us that real growth happens through experience, reflection, and experimentation. It’s a cycle that’s at the heart of what I do when I coach leaders on the golf course. Every round of golf is an opportunity to engage in Kolb’s learning cycle. A missed shot or a well-executed swing […]
How Golf Courses Offer the Perfect Setting for Mindfulness
Mindfulness and leadership may not seem like obvious companions, but for me, they are inextricably linked. In a fast-paced world where leaders are constantly expected to make decisions, mindfulness offers a way to slow down, refocus, and ensure we’re making the best choices. Golf has always been a mindful practice for me. There’s a natural […]
Why Golf is the Perfect Stress Relief for Busy Leaders
As any leader will know, stress is part and parcel of the job. Long hours, tough decisions, and the constant demand for results can take their toll. But I’ve found a remedy that works wonders for managing stress: a round of golf. There’s something about being outdoors, in the midst of nature, that calms the […]
The Creative Boost I Get from Walking the Fairways
We often think of golf as a game of precision, but it’s also a game of creativity. The design of each hole demands creative problem-solving, and navigating the course requires a certain degree of mental flexibility. But where does that creativity come from? Interestingly, it’s often when I’m walking the course, soaking in the natural […]
How Nature on the Golf Course Fuels My Focus
I’ve spent years reflecting on how the game of golf aligns with key leadership principles. One area that continues to fascinate me is how being on the course restores my mental focus and enhances decision-making. There’s something truly powerful about stepping onto a golf course—whether it’s a secluded Scottish links or a lush parkland setting. […]
