This one’s got heart, hustle, and some serious longevity.

I’m joined by Salil Bokil—GM of Hollywood Golf Club down the Jersey Shore. He’s been there 18 years, and somehow built a team where no one leaves. I’m talking a chef who’s been there 17 years… a controller who’s clocked in for over 36. It’s wild—but once you hear how he leads, it all makes sense.

Salil walks us through his journey from India to the U.S., landing here just two weeks before 9/11, and how that moment shaped everything that came after. We talk about his early years in hotels, why clubs became his forever home, and how he keeps things fresh season after season.

He shares what it really takes to build trust with a board, a team, and a membership—and why being visible, grounded, and curious has been his leadership edge.

We also get into:
– The underrated magic of seasonal downtime
– What he learned from his parents (and still carries today)
– How he connects with over 100 seasonal staff—and remembers what you drank a month ago
– And why you probably shouldn’t try to pull a fast one on him (he’s done your job before)

Salil’s the real deal. No fluff. Just great stories, real strategy, and a masterclass in how to lead well—and stay human doing it.

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