Venus View - Golf As a Business Tool

Where else but during a round of golf would you have four or five hours of essentially uninterrupted time to talk to someone and get to learn about his or her likes, dislikes, philosophy on business and life?

Golf allows you to build personal relationships with the boss, potential clients, suppliers, and others. Influential or important people who are usually rushed or difficult to talk to during the day can be easily won over during a simple round of golf.

The game also gives you insight into the other person’s inner self. Watching how people conduct themselves while playing golf, which is above all a game of honor, will give you valuable insight into a person’s decision-making abilities, integrity, temperament, and sense of humor. A good sense of humor can mean the difference between a positive experience on the course, or a miserable one.

Someone you meet on the first tee may end up being the business contact you have been waiting for and didn’t expect. Exchange cards at the end of the round and follow up while the golfing experience is still fresh in their minds.

Playing golf with clients and customers can be and is usually a bonding experience. Even if you are not playing your best, you can still enjoy the competition and have fun. In reality, nobody really cares about your score anyway. What your fellow golfers care about is that you know the rules, observe the correct etiquette, and keep up with the pace of play.

We can all choose to do business with anybody- it just so happens that most people choose someone they know, trust, and like. Often, this is what comes out of a simple round of golf.

If you are serious about growing your business, I strongly suggest you look into how you can grow it through this wonderful game. Good luck and enjoy the journey.

NOTE: Venus Golf was founded by CEO Debbie Steinbach Keller (aka Venus), author of the popular books, Venus on the Fairway, and Venus On The Fringe. Former LPGA touring pro and a Golf for Women Magazine “Top 50” instructor, Steinbach competed for 11 years on the LPGA Tour and now devotes her time to instruction and motivational speaking plus other activities associated with her company. Venus Golf is dedicated to women’s golf.

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