About this episode
In this episode, we unpack what makes a great student in golf lessons. Erik leads a discussion based on his viral Twitter thread detailing 14 traits of successful students, from being open to change and having a growth mindset to showing up on time and asking thoughtful questions. Jayson and Tyson weigh in on each point, sharing their coaching experiences and emphasizing the importance of realistic expectations, exaggeration in practice, and embracing ups and downs. Whether you’re brand new to lessons or a seasoned student, this episode will help you get the most out of your coaching experience… and maybe even make your coach love you a little more. 1. Be Open to Change. 2. Be Willing to Work. 3. Ask Good and Relevant Questions. 4. Be on Time and Take Care of Payment. 5. Be clear about your expectations and ability to practice. 6. Don’t say you want to be more consistent. 7. Slow down. 8. Be patient. 9. Be yourself. 10. Have a growth mindset. 11. Work on one thing at a time. 12. Accept that you may hit it a little worse for awhile. 13. Stay in touch with your coach, because they care. 14. Be willing to exaggerate. Hosts: Erik J. Barzeski, Jayson Nickol, Tyson Deskins Sponsor: Fit for Golf ( https://fitforgolf.app/ ) – Use the code “SPINAXIS” to save 20%! ---- If you enjoyed this episode, please share that with us and your friends on Instagram @thespinaxis or Twitter/X @thespinaxis . You can also share or visit our site at https://thespinaxis.com/ .