GOLF IN THE LIFE OF – education for golf instructors
golfinthelifeof.com Our goal is to help golf instructors learn from peers who have succeeded. Learn from real life stories of successful golf instructors and people in the golf business. These interviews are more than how to teach the swing but how to grow and maintain a thriving business in the golf industry.
Episodes
This week, Will Robins interviews Joe, the 2024 PGA National Teacher and Coach of the Year. They discuss Joe’s journey, the importance of mentorship, and his teaching philosophy. Joe emphasizes creating movements for improvement, using technology wisely, and the value of effective communication and motivation. They also talk about the significance of continuous learning, adapting […]
This week, Will Robins continues his discussion with Sean Foley as they delve into the mental aspects of golf coaching, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, open communication, and self-awareness. Foley discusses the impact of language, sensory motor skills, and self-perception on performance. He also explores how media and advertising influence emotions like fear and anxiety. […]
Coach Will Robins converses with renowned golf coach Sean Foley. Foley shares his holistic approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of creating the right environment for players to excel. He discusses the significance of understanding the brain’s natural tendencies, fostering resilience through adversity, and the role of empathy in coaching young players. Foley also highlights […]
Will Robins talks with Andy Matthews from Neuropeak Pro about the critical role of breathing in golf performance. Andy, a former professional golfer, shares his insights on how breathing techniques can help manage stress and improve physiological responses on the course. He discusses his experience teaching precision breathing to PGA Tour players and its benefits […]
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In this episode of Golf in the Life of, host Will Robins welcomes back Jason Baile, a seasoned golf coach who shares their approach to coaching and mentoring. Baile emphasizes the judicious use of technology, the importance of a thorough assessment process, and the role of imposter syndrome in personal growth. Professional golfer Brad Faxon […]
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In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, host Will Robins talks with golf coach Jason Baile about the intricacies of coaching high-level players. They delve into Jason’s experience with Lucas Glover’s transformation, overcoming the yips, and the journey to regain confidence. Jason shares a personal story of a coaching mistake, highlighting […]
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In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, we welcome back Randy Smith, a golf instructor, who shares his insights on what he looks for in young golfers who have the potential to become elite players. He also recommends some books and courses for developing coaching skills and emphasizes the importance of […]
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The Golf in the Life of podcast features Randy Smith, a renowned golf instructor who has taught some of the best players in the world. Randy shares his unique journey into coaching, the importance of communication and building rapport with players, and the significance of understanding a player’s DNA to create a shot. He emphasizes […]
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In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, Will and Lorin Anderson discuss the current state of the golf industry amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. While some golf pros may believe that the industry will continue to thrive despite the economic downturn, they suggest that golf instructors should not become complacent. They delve […]
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In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, host Will Robins interviews Lorin Anderson, the owner and founder of Proponent Group, a golf instructor networking organization. They discuss the role of Proponent Group in the golf industry and share valuable insights and data gathered over the last ten years on the revenue […]
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In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, host Will Robins speaks with coaches Rick Sessinghaus and Josh Alpert, two instructors with a wealth of experience in the game. The two discuss their work in developing the FlowCode, a tool to help players channel the right state of mind to achieve success […]
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In this episode of the Golf in the life podcast, the guest speaker, Mike LaBauve, discusses the short game evaluation tool he uses to help his students set goals to improve their scores. Tour players often find it too easy and set additional challenges to deepen the game. Setting goals for the short game score […]
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In this episode of the Golf in the Life of podcast, Will Robins discusses the best short game assessment for golfers looking to improve their scores. The assessment is so effective that the University of California’s golf team used it for their qualifying rounds. He interviews Mike LaBauve, the creator of the short game assessment. […]
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Coach Will Robins and James Sieckmann jump right into his advice for creating an effective online product: -Don’t do it too early, make sure you’re extremely confident of a certain topic. -Look at it as the end user. What is their first step? -Go through each building block and scenario -Keep it digestible They also […]
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Coach Will Robins is joined by James Sieckmann, Master of the Modern Short Game, to talk about his coaching disciplines, the different tactics he uses to help players of all levels, and his process in writing his first book. James’ brother played on tour for eleven years, allowing him to learn from elite coaches and […]
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Mark Blackburn is back for another great episode that is rich with information for every coach including: – Twelve things he looks for when hiring a new coach – What he looks for when working with new players – Why five tour players is his limit – How to find your niche as a coach […]
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Mark Blackburn has been named PGA Teacher of the Year, Golf Digest’s 50 Best Teachers, Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and has built a world class brand. The Blackburn Golf Academy develops and coaches players at every skill level. He joins Coach Will Robins to talk about business, communication, coach development, leadership and so much […]
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Jim Hardy and Coach Will Robins jump right into marketing; how to build your brand as a coach and what you can do to coach more effectively. Jim shares his twenty-five year process of studying different personality types-with Jennifer Munro, and how he went from making mismanagement to always understanding first why the student is […]
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Jim Hardy, PGA joins Coach Will Robins to share his journey from playing on tour to becoming a coach and creator of The Plane Truth. Hardy was named the National PGA Teacher of the Year in 2007, has been nominated to the Teachers Division of the World Golf Hall of Fame, is ranked in the […]
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Co-Founder, Coach Will Robins, answers “where do you see recreational golf going in the next 18months?”, and explains how you can create a scaleable business as people start returning to the office and the change in economy impacts the boom during COVID. He explains how coaches are the solution to maintaining the interest in golf […]
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