Golf Talk Live: Season 14 - Episode 7

Bridging the Gap: Mastering Golf and Hospitality with Passion and Purpose

Unlock the secrets to transforming your golf game and resort experience! This episode digs deep into coaching myths, the role of technology, the magic of destination golf, and the thriving evolution of the game—all delivered with authenticity and boldness. Whether you're a player, instructor, or resort operator, get ready for insights that will ignite your passion for golf and service.

Key topics:

• Common instructional myths that harm amateur golfers
• The evolving role of launch monitors and technology in coaching
• Maintaining your swing in vacation vs. home course scenarios
• The importance of mental preparation and pressure drills
• The impact of social media influencers, like GoodGood, on the game’s future
• Inside scoop on Horseshoe Bay's $350M investment and diverse amenities
• How golf is embracing fun, social, and new experiences to grow the game
• The strategic integration of comprehensive facilities for all types of visitors
• Upcoming broadcasts and partnerships showcasing Texas Hill Country’s golf treasures
• The significance of food, ambiance, and diverse activities for guest engagement

Timestamps:

00:00 - Stop guessing, start playing with purpose in golf
01:19 - Welcome to Golf Talk Live – Empower your game and business
02:18 - Meet top instructors Jon Decker and Jim Endicott
04:29 - Myths in golf instruction that do more harm than good
05:46 - Shift in coaching philosophy: reliance on launch monitors
06:58 - Balancing tech and feel in teaching the game
08:09 - Training future pros to teach without technology
10:58 - How to teach golf without modern gadgets
13:31 - Maintaining your vacation swing at home
14:00 - How emotions and nerves influence performance
17:24 - Embracing pressure in tournament golf
18:34 - Mental game resources and mental toughness
21:39 - Pressure drills to overcome on-course anxiety
23:31 - Managing prep and warm-up for tournaments
25:58 - Rapid fire! Common mistakes and club choices
29:19 - Steel vs. graphite shafts for mid-handicappers
32:28 - The role of technology versus feel in golf
34:33 - Future trends and the evolving golf experience
37:50 - Exciting projects at Horseshoe Bay Resort
39:50 - Transforming a destination with $350M investment
54:11 - What $350 million has built: amenities, courses, and infrastructure
64:20 - Growing the game: fun, inclusivity, and innovation
70:33 - Culinary experiences shaping guest satisfaction
75:43 - Modern instruction at Horseshoe Bay’s Golf Academy
78:34 - The perfect blend: Texas charm and metropolitan amenities
80:00 - How to plan your visit: Poor to prime, easy booking
81:53 - Closing remarks: Keep your love for the game alive!

Stay tuned for the upcoming season of Golf Talk Live, with faster rapid-fire segments, new guests, and more behind-the-scenes insights into the game and its trailblazers. Don’t miss the broadcast of the Big Break filming on Horseshoe Bay’s beautiful courses this summer!

Head over to the iGolf Sports YouTube Channel to catch the video version of this podcast.

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