So on a personal level, the last few months have given me the opportunity to reflect on my business as I approach twelve years of happy employment at the club.
After the first lockdown, as we all experienced, golf really boomed. This was great for the game and good for my business; it certainly helped make up for some of the missed trade of the previous weeks.
Coaching was also very busy which I loved. However this is one of the difficulties that my business has faced – when I coach, it often requires me to lock the door of the Pro Shop and go up to the practice area. If you as a member require the shop during that period, it must be frustrating to find it closed. The other matter is that the shop is open six days per week (Monday to Saturday) and Sundays are getting increasingly busy on the course.
So I’d like to improve the level of service that I offer to the membership by recruiting a full time (30+ hours per week) member of staff. Not only is this more professional but it’s what the members of Hale GC deserve. The new member of the team will help Phil and I to cover the shop more regularly and allow us to open on Sundays.
I’ve done my homework financially and it looks viable but as with most business decisions, there is no guarantee. That said, the likely upsides for all concerned make it worth going for.
Please click here to view the job description and so here’s where you might be able to help… 😁. The role may suit a PGA professional, a PGA trainee or indeed someone who is not a golf professional but has an interest in golf. The search is more about finding the right person and building the role around him or her.
If you know of anyone who might be suitable, please ask them to apply. Many thanks for your assistance with this and for enabling me to continue to serve as Golf Professional at our fine club.
Xpos Caddie App
Exciting news, there’s now an app that you can get for your mobile which enables you to see your Pro Shop balance. There is also a “Reserve & Collect” feature plus many others. Please check out the video below for more information.
As this is a new initiative, I’d love your feedback as to what you think of it and if there’s anything that you need help with.