Notes from the fairway

Short, practical essays on leadership, habits and living well, written between rounds.

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Why your personal par matters more than anyone's leaderboard

Comparing your score with others is the fastest way to lose your swing. Here is how to set a par that fits your life.

William DaviesOct 8, 20266 min read

HabitsOct 1, 20265 min read

Pressure rushes the swing. These three routines slow the moment down so you can decide clearly.

ResilienceSep 24, 20267 min read

A setback is not the end of the hole. Learn the calm, practical steps for a smart recovery.

DecisionsSep 17, 20265 min read

Before you commit, read the slope. A short framework for seeing a situation clearly.

CareerSep 10, 20268 min read

Patience compounds. Why steady progress beats dramatic leaps over a full round.

LeadershipSep 3, 20264 min read

Trusting your caddie is a lesson in letting go. How to hand over work without losing standards.

Life BalanceAug 27, 20266 min read

You cannot play every hole at full power. Plan your energy like a round, not a single shot.

CareerAug 20, 20267 min read

Mid-career is not the finish line. How to use experience to build a purposeful second half.

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