Welcome back to the Changing the Business of Golf podcast.
In this episode, host Gary Firkins is joined by Dr. Stacy Stellflug, Associate Professor at the University of Montana-Bozeman, and Kee Dunning, Clinical Professional Counselor based in Billings, Montana. Both specialize in mental health and wellbeing and have supported superintendents and course leaders for a number of years.
In 2021, Syngenta’s mental health survey revealed that more than 60% of greenkeepers and superintendents had experienced increased work-related mental health challenges since the start of the pandemic.
Following a particularly demanding few years for turf professionals, Stacy and Kee reveal why stress, isolation and stigma continue to affect so many within the profession, sharing stories and advice on what golf clubs can do to create safer, healthier workplaces.
In this conversation, they outline three essential changes every golf business can make:
- Recognize the importance of mental health and the impact it has on performance and wellbeing
- Create a safe space to talk by listening, supporting, and building the right culture within the workspace
- Communicate better through Kee’s six concepts of communication
Tune in to learn how your golf business can build a culture that supports mental health, strengthens leadership, and helps every team member thrive.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:23 About Stacy and Kee and their work in the golf industry
05:10 Change #1: Recognize the importance of Mental Health
12:30 Change #2: Create a Safe Space to Talk about Mental Health
22:59 Change #3: Communicate Better
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Welcome to Changing the Business of Golf by Syngenta, your go-to source for expert insights, innovative solutions, and sustainable practices in the turf management and landscape industries.
To discover new insights and hear inspirational stories from those making a difference in the golf industry, visit http://www.syngentagolf.com
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Welcome back to the Changing the Business of Golf podcast.
In this episode, host Gary Firkins is joined by Dr. Stacy Stellflug, Associate Professor at the University of Montana-Bozeman, and Kee Dunning, Clinical Professional Counselor based in Billings, Montana. Both specialize in mental health and wellbeing and have supported superintendents and course leaders for a number of years.
In 2021, Syngenta’s mental health survey revealed that more than 60% of greenkeepers and superintendents had experienced increased work-related mental health challenges since the start of the pandemic.
Following a particularly demanding few years for turf professionals, Stacy and Kee reveal why stress, isolation and stigma continue to affect so many within the profession, sharing stories and advice on what golf clubs can do to create safer, healthier workplaces.
In this conversation, they outline three essential changes every golf business can make:
- Recognize the importance of mental health and the impact it has on performance and wellbeing
- Create a safe space to talk by listening, supporting, and building the right culture within the workspace
- Communicate better through Kee’s six concepts of communication
Tune in to learn how your golf business can build a culture that supports mental health, strengthens leadership, and helps every team member thrive.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:23 About Stacy and Kee and their work in the golf industry
05:10 Change #1: Recognize the importance of Mental Health
12:30 Change #2: Create a Safe Space to Talk about Mental Health
22:59 Change #3: Communicate Better
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Welcome to Changing the Business of Golf by Syngenta, your go-to source for expert insights, innovative solutions, and sustainable practices in the turf management and landscape industries.
To discover new insights and hear inspirational stories from those making a difference in the golf industry, visit http://www.syngentagolf.com
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Comment, engage and share your views with us via social media:
X - https://x.com/Syngenta_Turf
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/syngenta-turf-landscape
Episode 11 | How golf can respond to environmental critics with Gina Rizzi
Changing the Business of Golf
36 minutes 36 seconds
1 year ago
Episode 11 | How golf can respond to environmental critics with Gina Rizzi
In today's episode, we are joined by Gina Rizzi, President of Radius Sports Group, a sustainability consulting firm based in Reno, Nevada. Gina advises golf courses, organizations and governing bodies on how to manage their environmental, social, and economic impacts. She has also played a key role in developing numerous Best Management Practices (BMPs) guides across various states in the US, providing golf course superintendents with essential templates for environmental stewardship.
Speaking with host Gary Firkins, Gina addresses the industry's response to growing criticism online about golf's environmental impact. Recorded live at the GCSAA Conference in Phoenix, the discussion begins with the hot topic of water usage in Arizona.
We also discuss:
- How the golf industry can address social media criticism and tackle misinformation
- The role superintendents have to play in environmental stewardship and educating the wider public
- The real value of golf courses - to their environment, society and local economy
We also hear about Gina's background in Michigan, where she developed a deep appreciation for the environment that continues to fuel her passion for sustainability in golf today.
Useful links
Radius Sports Group: https://www.radiussportsgroup.com/
GCSAA Best Management Practices (BMPs): https://www.gcsaa.org/environment/bmp-planning-guide/best-management-practices
Golf & Social Media: Sustainability: https://www.syngentagolf.com/golf-industry-reports
Follow our guest
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginarizzi/
Twitter / X: https://x.com/GDRizzi
Connect with us:
Web: https://www.syngentagolf.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/syngenta-golf/
Twitter / X: https://x.com/syngentagolf
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Welcome back to the Changing the Business of Golf podcast.
In this episode, host Gary Firkins is joined by Dr. Stacy Stellflug, Associate Professor at the University of Montana-Bozeman, and Kee Dunning, Clinical Professional Counselor based in Billings, Montana. Both specialize in mental health and wellbeing and have supported superintendents and course leaders for a number of years.
In 2021, Syngenta’s mental health survey revealed that more than 60% of greenkeepers and superintendents had experienced increased work-related mental health challenges since the start of the pandemic.
Following a particularly demanding few years for turf professionals, Stacy and Kee reveal why stress, isolation and stigma continue to affect so many within the profession, sharing stories and advice on what golf clubs can do to create safer, healthier workplaces.
In this conversation, they outline three essential changes every golf business can make:
- Recognize the importance of mental health and the impact it has on performance and wellbeing
- Create a safe space to talk by listening, supporting, and building the right culture within the workspace
- Communicate better through Kee’s six concepts of communication
Tune in to learn how your golf business can build a culture that supports mental health, strengthens leadership, and helps every team member thrive.
___
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:23 About Stacy and Kee and their work in the golf industry
05:10 Change #1: Recognize the importance of Mental Health
12:30 Change #2: Create a Safe Space to Talk about Mental Health
22:59 Change #3: Communicate Better
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Welcome to Changing the Business of Golf by Syngenta, your go-to source for expert insights, innovative solutions, and sustainable practices in the turf management and landscape industries.
To discover new insights and hear inspirational stories from those making a difference in the golf industry, visit http://www.syngentagolf.com
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Comment, engage and share your views with us via social media:
X - https://x.com/Syngenta_Turf
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/syngenta-turf-landscape
