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Fostering the Profession with James "J.R." Pond
Manage episode 488190473 series 2430539
In this episode, host Spencer Clouatre interviews James "JR" Pond, who shares his unique journey from serving as a head golf professional to becoming the program director for the Professional Golf Management degree at PennWest California. JR discusses the challenges and accomplishments of his diverse career, the importance of service, and his passion for mentoring the next generation of golf professionals. The conversation also delves into JR's core values of service to others, family, and love, emphasizing the holistic benefits of the game of golf for physical and mental well-being.
Learn more about Donald Ross— https://donaldross.com/
Show Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:50 JR's Early Life and Introduction to Golf
03:46 High School and College Golf Journey
06:21 Transition to Professional Life and Challenges
09:29 Academic Pursuits and Career Shift
26:32 Core Values and Guiding Principles
42:29 Embracing Failure in Player Development
43:33 Student Leadership and Renewed Excitement
45:24 Challenges of the PAT Exam
48:00 Teaching Mindfulness and Staying Present
52:52 Evolution of Golf Technology and AI
55:48 Balancing Work and Life in the Golf Industry
01:00:32 Building Effective Systems for Success
01:06:31 Core Values: Family and Love
01:11:35 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
GBN is the leading private network for today's most successful PGA Professionals. Exclusive events at premier facilities, vendor partnerships to grow your business, education to increase your knowledge, and access to the top Professionals in the industry are just some of what membership in Golf Business Network will get you. Go to www.golfbusinessnetwork.com to find out more and become a member.
Chapters
1. Hook/Intro (00:00:00)
2. Donald Ross Ad (00:00:22)
3. Episode (00:00:57)
62 episodes
Manage episode 488190473 series 2430539
In this episode, host Spencer Clouatre interviews James "JR" Pond, who shares his unique journey from serving as a head golf professional to becoming the program director for the Professional Golf Management degree at PennWest California. JR discusses the challenges and accomplishments of his diverse career, the importance of service, and his passion for mentoring the next generation of golf professionals. The conversation also delves into JR's core values of service to others, family, and love, emphasizing the holistic benefits of the game of golf for physical and mental well-being.
Learn more about Donald Ross— https://donaldross.com/
Show Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:50 JR's Early Life and Introduction to Golf
03:46 High School and College Golf Journey
06:21 Transition to Professional Life and Challenges
09:29 Academic Pursuits and Career Shift
26:32 Core Values and Guiding Principles
42:29 Embracing Failure in Player Development
43:33 Student Leadership and Renewed Excitement
45:24 Challenges of the PAT Exam
48:00 Teaching Mindfulness and Staying Present
52:52 Evolution of Golf Technology and AI
55:48 Balancing Work and Life in the Golf Industry
01:00:32 Building Effective Systems for Success
01:06:31 Core Values: Family and Love
01:11:35 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
GBN is the leading private network for today's most successful PGA Professionals. Exclusive events at premier facilities, vendor partnerships to grow your business, education to increase your knowledge, and access to the top Professionals in the industry are just some of what membership in Golf Business Network will get you. Go to www.golfbusinessnetwork.com to find out more and become a member.
Chapters
1. Hook/Intro (00:00:00)
2. Donald Ross Ad (00:00:22)
3. Episode (00:00:57)
62 episodes
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