The Inward Nine with Chandler Withington

Have you ever wondered how the most successful people in the golf industry got to where they are today?  How did one woman organize what was supposed to be just an introductory clinic and turn it into a buzzing golf community for female golfers.. one that now takes golf trips to some of the greatest places in the game? Meet Abby Liebenthal, Founder of Fore the Ladies.  On today's episode Abby will share:  How to recognize an opportunity and to take action, rather than just thinking about or endlessly planning your idea How to make women feel at home at your golf facility How to come alongside new golfers from their first lesson, to their first time on the golf course, to playing the game for the rest of their life If you would like to learn more about Abby's community, please visit the Fore The Ladies website.  If you would like to connect with Chandler, you can:  Visit his Instagram or LinkedIn Email him directly, podcast@archive22.com Visit the Archive22 website Music credits:  Opening: 'Fear' by Ben Rector Closing: 'Almost Home' by Ben Rector  

Have you ever wondered how most breakthrough ideas began? They began with asking the right question.  Have we ever really slowed down or taken a step to think if we are asking the right questions? Chief Questionologist and Author Warren Berger stops by The Inward Nine to share his discoveries around questions and why we so often get them wrong.  Questions also tend to give many of us anxiety - we fear looking unknowledgeable in either asking them or having to answer them. Asking the right question and how to ask the question are the keys to so many solutions. If you live in the problem solving world (which is the majority of us), then please tune in and let Warren walk you through how to ask a more beautiful question.  You can find Warren Berger's book A More Beautiful Question on Amazon and through most major booksellers. Please visit his website, A More Beautiful Question.  To connect with Chandler: Visit his Instagram or Linked In. You can shop his hand drawn artwork by visiting the Archive 22 Website.  You can send Chandler a direct email, podcast@archive22.com. Music Credits:  Opening: 'Fear' by Ben Rector Closing: 'Almost Home' by Ben Rector

Have you ever wondered how the most successful people in the golf industry got to where they did? If so, welcome to The Inward Nine, where we share a wide range of journey's, successes and failures, lessons learned and advice for the next generation.  On today's epsiode, Chandler shares the founding story of Archive 22, which is the company he and his wife launched after Chandler left his job as a head golf professional in the fall of 2021.  In our time together, Chandler will share the importance of: Relationships - How creating deep and genuine relationships will be the key to moving forward in your career.  Getting to yes - Understanding how to communicate the win-win proposition and getting to the desired outcome: The word YES.  Problem Solving - How to take a step back and discover a way forward even when failure feels unavoidable.   Intregrity, Protecting your Reputation and Valuing Your Customer - How to do the right thing even when it is the most costly thing to do.  To shop Chandler's hand drawn artwork for the USGA, PGA and NHL, please visit the Archive 22 website. Be sure to use checkout code PODCAST to receive 20% off your entire order.  To connect with Chandler: Visit his Instagram or LinkedIn.  Or, send him an email, podcast@archive22.com Music Credits: Opening: Back in the High Life (Instrumental) by Steve Winwood Intermissions: Higher Love (Instrumental) by Steve Winwood Don't You Know What the Night Can Do by Steve Winwood Closing: Back in the High Life by Steve Winwood  

Have you ever felt stuck in your current situation? Have you ever felt hopeless or that you couldn't get off the mat after a defeat?  Today we spend time with Brendan Walsh, the long time head golf professional at The Country Club in Brookline Massachussets. In our time together, Brendan will share: How one of his hardest defeats led to one of his biggest wins.  How an 'ah-ha' moment early in his career helped him discover the power of self discipline and taking pride in his work.  How he involves his entire team in making new hires. How he created an unconventional position on his team to increase his ability to communicate with his membership and allow him to be a more visible presence. What personal quality he believes is most essential to success. His advice to those who feel stuck in their careers.  Brendan Walsh is one of the most accomplished and longest tenured golf professionals in our industry. It was a pleasure to have him on The Inward Nine to share some of his playbook with all of us. Enjoy this one!  To connect with Chandler: Follow him on Instagram or LinkedIn. Email him podcast@archive22.com Visit his Archive22 website.  Music Credits: Opening and Closing: 'Brand New' by Ben Rector Interlude: 'Wherever You Are' by Ben Rector  

Have you ever wondered how the most successful people in the golf industry got to where they are? We are joined by Greg Bodine, the Co-founder of Evergreen Golf Club in Tacoma, Washington, who just so happens to also double as a caddie for the 2024 U.S. Open champion, Bryson DeChambeau. Greg shares his journey as a caddie on both the PGA Tour and LIV and what eventually led to creating the largest indoor golf facility in the country in his home state of Washington. Greg's story is packed with perspective on what matters most in life and how he has become the best version of himself.  Visit the Evergreen Golf Club website.  Follow Greg Bodine on Instagram.  To connect with Chandler, visit his Instagram or Linked In. You can shop Chandler's hand drawn artwork by visiting the Archive 22 website.  To email Chandler, podcast@archive22.com.  Music credits:  Opening: 'Fear' by Ben Rector Closing: 'Almost Home' by Ben Rector

Have you ever wondered how the most successful people in the golf industry got to where they are? How did a young man who grew up caddying at Oakmont Country Club in Pittsburgh grow up to become the head professional at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club? How did he then go on to become the PGA Ambassador the Western Golf Association and the Evans Scholarship?  On this episode we spend time with Jack Druga, who has lived a full life in the game of golf. Jack takes us through the ups and downs of getting to the top and what he feels separates candidates who are pursuing the same journey today. Jack shares his secret to keeping his golf game at a competitive level along with what he feels younger people should be doing to prepare for future success.   To connect with Chandler, please visit his Instagram or LinkedIn. You can shop his hand drawn artwork by visiting the Archive 22 Website.  Music Credits:  Opening: 'Fear' by Ben Rector Closing: 'Almost Home' by Ben Rector  

Have you ever wondered how the most successful people in the golf industry got to where they are? How did an artist who grew up with no interest or background in golf come to be the most well known golf artists today?  Meet Lee Wybranski, licensed artist for the USGA, PGA, R&A and Masters. In our time together, Lee shares his journey with us and takes us behind the scenes on how he got his start in golf, how he has evolved and grown both personally and professionally over the last 30 years and most fascinating of all is how he has become the go to artist for golf logos. If you appreciate golf logo's, you are going to want to hear his insight into what makes some logos stand apart from others. Lee's story is not what you would imagine at first glance when you see his job title, so have a listen!  If you are interested in shopping any of Lee's artwork on working together with him on a project, please visit his website, www.leewybranski.com, or click here.  To connect with Chandler, please visit his Instagram or LinkedIn pages. You can visit his website, Archive22, to shop his hand drawn artwork. Or, you can send him a direct email at podcast@archive22.com  

Have you ever felt you have put everyone else's interests ahead of your own? Have you ever felt like your life is out of balance? Have you ever wondered how those who do have balance in their lives achieved it?  We are joined by the 2024 PGA of America Golf Executive of the Year, Kelly Williams, who shares his perspective on how to build a balanced life and career. Kelly is the General Manager of Greenbrier Golf and Country Club in Lexington, Kentucky. Along with his own journey in the game of golf, Kelly takes us inside his campaign while running for Secretary of the PGA in 2020 and what he learned about himself in the process.  You can connect with Chandler Withington on his Instagram or LinkedIn. Or, you can shop his hand drawn artwork by visiting the Archive 22 website.  Music Credits: Opening: 'Fear' by Ben Rector Closing: 'Almost Home' by Ben Rector

If you are a club manager or club professional, how is your relationship with the other person? Are you a strong and thriving partnership who support one another? Or, is there animosity and resentment towards each other?  Geoff Piva, the club manager at Needham Country Club, joins the show to share his perspective on this critical relationship. Geoff speaks from a position of authority as he has held both roles throughout his career. Geoff shares his perspective on where this animosity comes from and what both club managers and professionals can do to overcome it.  You can connect with Chandler Withington on his Instagram or Linked In. Or, you can shop his hand drawn artwork by visit the Archive 22 website.  Music Credits: Opening: 'Fear' by Ben Rector Closing: 'Almost Home' by Ben Rector

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the amount of emails you send and reply to on a daily basis? Do you feel like you will never get caught up? Do you find yourself checking your phone for emails every 15 minutes or at all times of the day? Do you feel distracted and unable to focus? Do you feel as though you aren't able to be present because of how much time you spend looking into a screen each day? On this episode, Chandler talks about the expectations around email - how soon should we be expected to reply? How can we be most efficient with our time throughout the day? How can we choose the right words to reach maximim impact with our communications? Chandler shares his '20 Rules for Email Success'.  Love it or not, email is a part of the business world and it will play a role in your success or demise. It is best to embrace it and seek to excel at it. But, that doesn't mean email needs to dominate your time, energy or focus on a daily basis. There is a proper place for it.  You can find Chandler on Instagram or Linked In. You can shop Chandler's hand drawn artwork by visiting his website Archive 22.  You can send Chandler an email at podcast@archive22.com.  Music credits:  Opening: 'When I'm With You' by Ben Rector; 'Fear' by Ben Rector Closing: 'Almost Home' by Ben Rector This podcast was recorded and produced by Chandler Withington.