I just got off the links this afternoon, and had a great time. Our group laughed a ourselves, at each other, cheered for each other, and by the end of the day really felt a connection to each other. That, my friend, is what golf is all about to me.
Every business professional says you can learn a lot about a person from how they conduct themselves on a golf course, like their temperament, attitude, focus and a host of other qualities. From playing golf for over 30 years (and still not getting below a 20 handicap consistently) there is one ting I have learned to watch out for that, for me, is the telltale sign of a good coworker or someone who is totally egocentric.
Here's the test; you and your cart-mate both hit your tee shots. (S)he's driving the cart. Which ball does (s)he go to first. yours or theirs? Did they even pay attention to where your tee shot went? I have golfed with so many people that are so wrapped-up in their game that they are nearly oblivious to anything else going on around them. It is so frustrating to hit a good shot down the middle, have your cart mate hit a shot int the rough and proceed directly to their ball, even if yours is closer. If I end up with a cart mate like that, you can be sure that will be the last time I play with them, or even try to do business with them. Their ego is just too big to get around.
I'm curious as to what everyone else thinks about this. Am I all-wet? Or do I speak the truth? Tell me about your golf-nightmare stories and maybe we can formulate the perfect anti-golf cart mate!
Cheers,
Kurt
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