Sometimes being a success in business is about more than just what you do from 9 to 5. A lot can depend on the "extras," like how you treat your clients and the rapport you build with them. Some people use sports to help develop relationships in business. This can work, except if you're not a good athlete.
If you find yourself accepting an invitation to a golf outing from a big client it probably is a good idea to say yes, even if you are new to the sport. To decline might be offensive, so it's best to just "go with it" and do your best.
So, what do you do? The best course is to go ahead and accept the invitation whether or not you're the next Tiger Woods. Be positive about it when you RSVP. Let him know you appreciate the invitation.
Don't feel too bad about it. Even if you don't know how to play all is not lost.
There are ways of catching up quickly. You won't look like an expert in just a few days or weeks but you'll be able to play the game without embarrassing yourself.
Even better, would be to try to get in a lesson from an experienced instructor. Hourly rates are usually reasonable, but can range anywhere from $8 to $100 an hour depending on their name recognition.
Who knows? You may even find a licensed instructor that is having a deal on his rates to get established.
Give your instructor all the details about your upcoming golf game. And explain about your lack of experience. It will help him equip you with the basics to get through a game without embarrassing yourself, too much.
No matter what happens, remember that the final score isn't the most important thing. Knowing that you've built a relationship with your client may help finalize future sales and get you that promotion.
If you find yourself accepting an invitation to a golf outing from a big client it probably is a good idea to say yes, even if you are new to the sport. To decline might be offensive, so it's best to just "go with it" and do your best.
So, what do you do? The best course is to go ahead and accept the invitation whether or not you're the next Tiger Woods. Be positive about it when you RSVP. Let him know you appreciate the invitation.
Don't feel too bad about it. Even if you don't know how to play all is not lost.
There are ways of catching up quickly. You won't look like an expert in just a few days or weeks but you'll be able to play the game without embarrassing yourself.
Even better, would be to try to get in a lesson from an experienced instructor. Hourly rates are usually reasonable, but can range anywhere from $8 to $100 an hour depending on their name recognition.
Who knows? You may even find a licensed instructor that is having a deal on his rates to get established.
Give your instructor all the details about your upcoming golf game. And explain about your lack of experience. It will help him equip you with the basics to get through a game without embarrassing yourself, too much.
No matter what happens, remember that the final score isn't the most important thing. Knowing that you've built a relationship with your client may help finalize future sales and get you that promotion.
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In addition to golf, the author also frequently pens articles on knee ice pack and reusable heat packs.
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