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As I played the historic Old Course at St Andrews, I was reminded of timeless lessons in tradition, resilience, and focus. Join me in my latest blog post, where I share how lessons learned on the green can translate into valuable insights for achieving Wisdom, Wealth, and Wellness. Watch: https://lnkd.in/eDk8nRUm #WisdomWealthWellness #FinancialPlanning #LifeLessons #Golf #SatovskyAssetManagement

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Join Jonathan Satovsky as he reflects on lessons learned from playing golf at The Old Course at St Andrews. Discover how tradition, overcoming setbacks, and staying focused can guide you to Wisdom, Wealth, and Wellness. Read on: https://lnkd.in/eUXjbks4 #WisdomWealthWellness #FinancialPlanning #LifeLessons #Golf #SatovskyAssetManagement

Last Friday, 20th September, I had the privilege, alongside Cailey Coles and Hazel Rippey, to attend the New Zealand Institute of Building Surveyors (NZIBS) 30th Anniversary Annual Conference. Not only did we attend, but the three of us were on a panel alongside Keiran Reid. We were there to represent Keystone New Zealand Property Education Trust; discussing what Keystone Trust is, how valuable they are to tertiary students and the themes of resilience, inter-generation and change.   In the 30 minutes before we spoke on the panel, Keiran Reid delivered a speech regarding resilience, the power and nature of the human brain, and adapting. Listening to an All Black legend speak about his background and experience on what some would say one of the highest-pressure environments, the international rugby stage, was truly eye opening. What was particularly valuable was hearing about his early rugby days when fresh out of college, the struggles that came along with it, the sacrifices and the highs and lows. It reminded me that all career paths, including my own, have moments of hardship and perseverance both on and off the field. These words were reassuring as I'm nearing the start of navigating the early stages of my professional journey, facing similar uncertainties and the need to make sacrifices to achieve long-term goals. When asked by MC Peter Wolkamp if I had a question for Keiran, I asked, “Understanding that you faced many roadblocks such as injuries along your early rugby days, what kept a positive attitude in you?” Keiran answered along the lines of; “It is always important to have a wide lens when looking at what your future may be and what is also currently in front of you. When there are opportunities in front of you, you should put as much effort in as possible.” Keiran mentioning the phrase “wide lens” was what stood out to me, the importance of taking a broad view of opportunities and possibilities for the future. As easy as it is to focus on the immediate concerns or challenges, it is useful to be open to different paths and think strategically rather than getting caught up in short-term thinking. His experiences reinforced the idea that resilience and dedication are key to growth, both in sport and in any profession.

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🏆 It’s Appraisal Time of the Year – A Perfect Moment to Reflect on a Great Year! 🏌️♂️ As we wrap up the year, we're proud to share some of the achievements that have driven the success of the Staffordshire Union of Golf Clubs. Here are some highlights: 🔹 Enhanced Communication: Built strong channels with affiliated clubs, boosting collaboration and engagement. 🔹 Championship Growth: Raised competition entries from 713 to 1,135 golfers – a remarkable 422-entry increase! 🔹 Champion of Champions: Successfully organised an event with 74 golfers, celebrating excellence. 🔹 Staffordshire Golfer Magazine: Launched Issue #13, reaching over 5,330 readers and strengthening our community connection. 🔹 Celebratory Presentation Evenings: Held memorable events for two years, each with 80+ attendees. 🔹 Improved Financial Oversight: Implemented a coding system for better income/expenditure tracking. 🔹 Responsive Member Support: Achieved a 24-hour response goal for member inquiries, enhancing the member experience. 🔹 Social Media Engagement: Strengthened our online presence with 2,935 average engagements per platform. 🔹 Seamless Tournament Management: Organised well-received tournaments, with positive player feedback. 🔹 New County Apparel Shop: Partnered to launch a no-cost online shop for county merchandise. 🔹 Collaborative Team Management: Worked closely with team managers to foster supportive player relationships. 🔹 Fixture Diary Distribution: Produced and distributed the Fixture Diary, keeping everyone informed. 🔹 Elite Winter Training: Launched a winter program to further develop elite players' skills. 🔹 Elite Benefits System: Implemented a support system for elite players, enhancing engagement. 🔹 Collaboration with England Golf: Partnered for future course rating plans, maintaining high standards. 🔹 Safeguarding Measures: Ensured safeguards are in place to protect our golfers. 🔹 Handicapping Rules: Clearly communicated handicapping rules, promoting understanding and compliance. 🔹 Strategic Vision for 2025-2028: Kicked off planning for a brighter future! Reflecting on this year’s achievements fuels our excitement for what’s ahead. Here’s to continued success! 🏌️💼 #StaffordshireGolf #GolfCommunity #YearInReview #ProudAchievements #CommitmentToExcellence

The R&A in association with The British Golf Collectors Society are hosting a conference on ‘Making the Most of Your Golf Club’s Heritage’, to be held at St. Andrews next March. The two day conference will consider topics such as: Acquisition, Display & Cataloguing Collections; Disaster Recovery & Conservation; Valuing Collections; Insurance Considerations; and History Use & Communication. This is a very welcome game-changing initiative, directed at all golf club managers/secretaries, which has been prompted by a growing number of golf clubs taking a more in depth interest in their heritage and associated memorabilia, but who are unsure on how to best move forward with the most beneficial practices. It should also create awareness of the significance of each club’s heritage, within those golf clubs that thus far have not looked too closely at the advantages of promoting their collections and bringing out the story of their history. As a long time appraiser & valuer of golf clubhouse trophy & memorabilia collections, in my experience, it is generally the clubs which are recognised as having the longest and most significant history, that take their heritage most seriously. However, each and every club’s history is as important as the next, regardless of how long or short and should be celebrated with equal gusto.

Healthy golf operations generate revenue freely throughout the day. At some facilities, late afternoon and early evening starting times are discounted. And what’s more some facilities offer discounts all day long. Fact: The cost to serve a guest doesn't decline throughout each day. Facilities that co-mingle real value while remaining profitable within a challenging industry will provide lasting value. Golf Professionals: Don't afford competitors an advantage over your operation. Understand facility core values, communicate the message well to players and staff, and protect non-discounted pricing structures as 2025 begins. Bartering with the future of golf is dangerous. Protect your pricing.