Backspin: St. Andrews to Sand Valley

Backspin: St. Andrews to Sand Valley

Author: NewClub Golf Society August 6, 2024 Duration: 1:08:43
NewClub > https://www.newclub.golf NewClub Pilgrimage > https://www.golfgenius.com/ggid/pilgrimage2025 NewClub Charity Classic > https://www.golfgenius.com/ggid/charityclassic2024 Summary In this conversation, Matt and Kevin discuss their approaches to managing their to-do lists and balancing work and family life. They share strategies for prioritizing tasks, breaking down long lists into smaller, more manageable ones, and scheduling time for essential activities. The conversation turns to golf as Matt and Kevin discuss the upcoming golf trips to Sand Valley for the NewClub Summer Medal and the pilgrimage to St. Andrews. Matt expresses his excitement about playing Sedge Valley and his curiosity about the Lido. They highlight the importance of pace of play and the unique experiences these courses offer. They also mention the upcoming fixtures for New Club and the thoughtful selection process behind them. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 03:19 Mastering the Art of To-Do Lists and Prioritization 11:14 Balancing Work and Family: Strategies for Success 17:32 Creating Boundaries: Separating Work and Home Life 23:03 Scheduling for Success: Making Time for What Matters 28:52 The State of Professional Golf and the Return of Tiger Woods 31:20 The Inspiring Comeback of Tiger Woods 43:15 Excitement for Sand Valley and the Pilgrimage to St. Andrews 50:27 Anticipation for Sedge Valley and Rainer and McDonald Courses 56:15 The Importance of Pace of Play in Golf 01:05:37 Thoughtful Selection of New Club's Fixtures

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