Get the most out of your golf course crew April 2017 Successful superintendents must manage more than just turf. Optimal operation of the golf course lies in your ability to develop a motivated, productive staff.
The benefits of keeping SCORE April 2017 A SCORE/SWOT analysis guides golf facilities in establishing goals and determining where to concentrate efforts and resources.
Eight essential budgeting principles for superintendents October 2016 Set the stage for successful budget requests and productive communication with your facility’s financial decision-makers with these tried-and-true tactics.
Strength in diversity May 2016 Respecting and understanding cultural differences among members of your team can foster increased productivity and better relationships.
Smarter, smoother labor tracking October 2015 A superintendent-designed program has made managing daily job duties at The Valley Club easier and more efficient, and it allows labor data to be stored and usefully displayed.
Just rewards: Showing appreciation for your golf course crew September 2013 Superintendents share budget-friendly ideas plus strategies for garnering the funds for team recognition initiatives.
Productive performance reviews for golf course employees March 2012 A poorly executed employee review can have zero or even a negative impact on a staff member’s performance. Try these tips to conduct reviews that improve and retain your workforce.
Fire yourself! Tips for reinvigorating your golf course operation July 2011 Take this drastic (theoretical!) step to polish your processes and remake your management swing. A longtime superintendent shares advice for breaking out of familiar routines, motivating staff and more.
Strengthen your workforce through mentoring August 2007 Hang on to the hard-won knowledge of veteran employees while invigorating your next generation of staff — that’s the magic of mentoring.
Tips for better golf course staff training December 1997 The training period lays the groundwork for how an employee performs and views their job. Try these strategies to instill attention to detail and inspire buy-in among greenhorn crew members.