The Fairway to Leadership: How Golf is Guiding My Faith and Purpose

Hey there,

I want to talk to you about something that’s been on my heart lately—and it might surprise you. It's about golf. Yep, that’s right—the sport that many of us think is just about hitting balls and walking the course. But for me, it's become so much more than that. Golf is teaching me lessons about leadership, faith, and purpose that I never expected.

Now, let me be real with you for a second. I’m a beginner when it comes to golf. I took lessons for about six months before the whole world changed with COVID, and honestly, I didn’t get much time to play after that. But here we are in 2025, and the desire to get back on the course is as strong as ever. And as I pick up my clubs again, I realize that this journey with golf isn’t just about improving my swing—it’s about deepening my purpose as a leader.

You might be wondering, how does golf connect with leadership? And what does faith have to do with it? Let me break it down.

Golf, Leadership, and Faith: Trusting the Process

In golf, there are a lot of moments when things don’t go as planned. A shot goes wide, you miss the putt, or the wind throws you off course. Trust me, I’ve been there. But here’s the thing about golf—it teaches you patience and resilience. You can’t rush the game. You can’t force the ball to go where you want it to go. You have to trust the process. You have to trust your training, trust your abilities, and trust that the next shot is just around the corner.

And that’s where faith comes in. Faith isn’t just about grand gestures or big moments—it’s about having confidence in the journey. Whether I’m on the course or in a leadership position, faith gives me the strength to keep going, even when the road gets bumpy. It’s that quiet trust that there’s something bigger at play and that each step, each swing, is moving me toward a greater purpose.

Purpose in Every Swing: Leadership Beyond the Course

Here’s the thing: golf isn’t just about hitting balls into holes. It’s about aligning your actions with a greater purpose. And that’s exactly how leadership works too. Leadership isn’t just about managing people or making decisions—it’s about alignment. It’s about knowing who you are, where you’re headed, and making sure your actions reflect that.

In golf, before every swing, you assess the course, the wind, the distance. You don’t just take a shot without thinking about it. You align yourself with your target, and you focus. Leadership works the same way. When I make decisions in my business or in my personal life, I’m constantly aligning those decisions with my faith and purpose. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it.

Faith and Leadership: Learning from Setbacks

Let me be real with you again—setbacks happen. A bad shot. A missed opportunity. An unexpected turn in the game. In golf, it’s not about the bad shots—it’s about how you recover. And that’s where leadership comes in. When we face setbacks, whether in business, relationships, or personal goals, the question isn’t whether we fall down—it’s how we rise back up.

Faith teaches us resilience. It teaches us that every setback is just a setup for a comeback. And leadership, when fueled by faith, gives us the strength to push through those tough moments. Whether I’m standing on the 18th hole, facing a difficult decision, or leading a team, I know that setbacks don’t define me. It’s how I respond to them that shapes my journey.

Let’s Walk This Journey Together: Join Me on the Course

Here’s the thing—I’m still a beginner in golf. I’m still learning the ropes, making mistakes, and finding my rhythm. But that’s what makes it exciting, right? The journey. The growth. The discovery of what’s possible when you show up with an open heart and a willingness to learn.

I believe golf is teaching me things about leadership and purpose that I can’t get anywhere else. And I want to bring you along on this journey with me. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or someone who’s never stepped foot on the green, this is about growth. This is about showing up, learning, and embracing the process—together.

So, if you’re up for it, join me on the course. Let’s learn from each other. Let’s swing with purpose. Let’s walk with faith. I’m excited to see where this journey takes us—and I can’t wait to see how it’ll shape both our leadership and our lives.

Let’s make every swing count.