- If someone's about to tee off, the chances of a brilliant shot are very low. So keep your eye on that person's ball, so you know exactly where it lands. When you find the ball for them, people are relieved, and they see you as someone who's on top of things, who pays attention to detail.
- If you happen to hit a longer, straighter ball than the person you're playing with (especially if that person is your boss), say something nice about an earlier shot of his or hers, if you can. Take the focus off your game and keep it on theirs.
- Never, ever give advice unless directly and specifically asked for it.
- Don't force a discussion of business topics on the golf course. Save it for the '19th hole,' that is, the clubhouse bar. Why? Someone who is playing well, who is 'in the zone', doesn't want to be distracted by business talk. And someone who is playing badly needs to concentrate. He or she doesn't want to be distracted either.
- If you take a lousy shot, don't whine about it. Just move on.
In following posts I'll dive into the specifics of proper attire for women conducting business on the golf course, how to know if you're ready for business golf, and more.
Jen
Pink Golf Tees
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