Golf is beautiful game with a simple objective, drive the ball into the hole. But as simple as this objective is, carrying it out well enough to be a champion is not that easy or simple. Except you know what it takes to be a master golfer.
It All Starts In The Mind
Being a master golfer begins in the mind. You have to believe in yourself and believe you are capable of being a master of the game. This may look insignificant but it’s very true. It has been discovered that people who believe in themselves in sports and other endeavors in life do better than others who are plagues by self doubt , low self esteem and lack of self confidence. So your journey to being a master golfer has to start in your mind. Do you believe you can do it? If you do, the initial setbacks and obstacles that come with learning new things or mastering a game will not deter you from your goal of being a master golfer.
Be Willing To Learn
To be a master golfer you must be willing to learn. Learn from those who are better than you and even those you are better than. Learning may take different forms but an important form is taking golf lessons.
Private golf lessons are available everywhere if you can afford it. One of the benefits of private golf lessons is that you get one- on- one coaching with golf experts who really know what the game is about. And since it’s a one on one thing the lessons are tailored to meet your individual needs. But if you can’t afford private golf lessons, you can go for group golf lessons.
In Group golf lessons you get to learn to master the game in groups. This gives you an advantage to learn what it takes to master the game, meet and interact with other aspiring golfers at moderate cost to you.
If for one reason or another you can’t take private or group golf lessons, you may have to do it yourself .You’ll have to do the research for yourself; using the internet, asking golfers you know or even walking up to those you don’t know for tips and putting their advice and tips into your game.
No matter what approach to learning you choose, the most important this is that you must be willing to learn and do whatever it takes to make your being a master golfer dream come alive.
Practice! Practice!! Practice!!!
Though being a master of the game starts in the mind, and gets developed in learning it doesn’t end there, it is perfected in practice. No matter how self confident you are and no matter how much lessons you take, if you don’t have time to implement what you’ve learned and perfect it in practice by having a very strong and disciplined practice schedule you can’t be a master golfer. Golf s a game that requires strong discipline and it’s what you’ve learnt to do the hard way during practice that you will do easily when it matters most on the course.
SUMMARY
To be master golfer you need to believe in yourself, be willing to learn by taking golf lessons or taking tips from others and most importantly practicing until you perfect your game.
Professional golfer is not the only occupation to be held within in the golf industry. There are a variety of other occupations available. Here is a list of them:
Club Caddie
You must know the game of golf to hold this position, as well as the etiquette. Often times, golfers refer to their caddie to discuss next steps and moves. To start in this position will cost you $25 to $100 to purchase appropriate shoes for the position. PERKS: Caddying at those fancy golf clubs usually means the ability to play there once or twice a week. You can have the opportunity to work with celebrities and get tipped quite well. DOWNS: Heavy bags can wreak havoc on your body. Golfers who don’t tip. Rainy weather that keeps you from working. No benefits. INCOME: $20,000 to $25,000 per year.
Driving Range Owner/Operator
No experience is necessary but it could be helpful to know and understand how to run a business. This job is more than a hobby. The start up costs for this job can get quite up there. PERKS: Time to work on your own game will build friendships during your 75-hour workweeks. DOWNS: Your job is your life. Long working hours are the norm. Vacations don’t occur very often. Little or no mental stimulation. Lots and lots of grass cutting. INCOME: Median income is $39,000 but those who run well established and fancy ranges have the opportunity to make six-figure income.
Ball Recovery Diver
Of course, scuba diving experience could be a necessity. You have to love the water and enjoy spending lots of time in it. Start up costs can be around $300 for the necessary equipment. PERKS: Not many. Except for the amazed looks you would possibly get. Maybe even offers to purchase some of the balls you recover. DOWNS: The possibility of drowning, being eaten by an alligator or bitten by snakes is common. No benefits. INCOME: $50,000
Player’s Agent
Legal and/or business training is important. As well as a variety of other thick-skinned personality traits. No start up costs. PERKS: Top agents of top players are quite often pampered and adored. DOWNS: Clients calling at all hours of the day and night. Not a lot of personal time and your salary depending upon someone else. INCOME: This is based upon the percentage of the client’s salary so it can range. Top agents make up to six figure incomes.
Course Owner/Operator/Developer
Experience in engineering and business is required. Start up costs range from $250,000 to the multi-millions. PERKS: The feeling of a sincere job well done when you the satisfied looks on the players’ faces. DOWNS: A very high-risk endeavor could leave you bankrupt. INCOME: Some owners are struggling to make an income.
Independent Accessory Manufacturer
Knowledge of machine tools and materials as well as a good salesman are important. Start up costs range from $10,000 to $25,000 in equipment and materials. PERKS: This job doesn’t require much time or effort. DOWNS: You are the one-man show. INCOME: Possibility to earn $250,000.
SUMMARY: Love the game of golf? Don’t think you can make it as a professional? Try some of these other golfing occupations.
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