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Why do some pro’s ‘make it’ and some don’t? – Insights from the major tours – Dr Ian Peek #286

Nov 17, 2023

Dr. Ian Peek, a top coach and researcher, shares his findings on what determines if a professional golfer succeeds or not. He discusses the importance of adaptation and making changes, the significance of trust and communication in player-coach relationships, the impact of parents on young players, the challenges faced by pro golfers, and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive people.

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Quick takeaways

Adapting to the demands of the field and embracing change is crucial for professional golfers to achieve longevity and success on tour.

Surrounding oneself with a supportive and positive team is essential for excelling in golf and navigating the challenges and pressures of a professional career.

Deep dives

The Importance of Transformation in Golf

The podcast episode discusses the concept of transformation in golf and encourages listeners to consider what it would take to transform their game. It emphasizes the need to move beyond simply making minor improvements and instead explore deeper changes to truly enhance the golfing experience. The episode poses questions for self-reflection and invites listeners to share their thoughts. Overall, it highlights the importance of seeking transformation in both performance and personal experience of the game.

Introduction

5min

The Journey of Professional Golfers

21min

The Importance of Trust and Communication in Player-Coach Relationships

3min

Challenges and Impact of Parents on Young Players

7min

The High Price of a Pro Golf Career

11min

The Importance of Surrounding Yourself with the Right People

4min

Today we welcome back onto the podcast top coach and researcher Dr Ian Peek.

Ian has just completed his PhD after doing extensive research on the key elements that seem to determine if a pro makes it on tour or not.

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What do the top players do?
How the very best are so skilled at ADAPTING relative to the field they are playing against.
The Four ‘Acts’ of a top player
The Rookie Act – Discovering who you are
Moving ‘Upstage’- Finding the right team
The Limelight Stage – Staying with a winning team
The challenge of making changes WHEN and HOW
The importance of the people around you
Do the people around you give you energy or take energy away from you?
The sometimes difficult decisions you have to make about people around you
How the best players ask good questions of others.
What makes a really good PLAYER/COACH relationship?
The determining factor of GOOD PARENTS
How kids NEVER forget bullying parents
Creating a ‘safe place’ for a young player to develop

The instances of depression with former players and what to do to make the most of the final phase of your career

A whole host of great insights taken from Ian’s research

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Dr Ian Peek is a transition & performance coach, helping his clients achieve their goals whether transitioning to a new level of achievement or maintaining their position at the top of their sport or industry. Ian holds a Master’s degree in Sports Coaching and a PhD in the social- psychology of high performing athletes. His PhD research focused on the lived experiences of 16 PGA European Tour professionals during and after their careers. He is a PGA Master Professional - the highest educational level in The PGA - which recognises PGA Members who make a significant effort to improve themselves as golf professionals and maintain the highest degree of excellence for themselves and their operations.

Ian’s contact details:

LinkedIn = @dr ian peek coaching

Twitter X = @ianpeekcoaching

Website: www.tandpcoaching.com

E-mail: mail@nms-golf.com