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Episode Synopsis
Send us a textWelcome back to Episode 118 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Two years after our first conversation with Skip Heinz, CTEM, Equipment and Facilities Manager at Royal Poinciana Golf Club in Naples, FL, we're diving deep into everything we missed the first time and exploring the state of the turf equipment management industry over his impressive 35-year tenure in golf.Royal Poinciana Golf Club, a 36-hole golfing facility boasting tennis, pickleball, swimming, and various social activities, serves as the backdrop for Skip's reflections.With four technicians in the shop and three in the facility maintenance department, Skip typically operates as the lone tech, occasionally receiving assistance from the crew. All his mowing equipment is Toro, complemented by a mix of allied equipment.In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including how the industry has evolved, management styles, the essence of true leadership qualities (hint: shaming isn't one of them), and the critical importance of valuing employees in a challenging labor market.Join us as we discuss the 7-day workweek culture for golf course technicians, the increasing role of cutting-edge technology in equipment management (hello, autonomous mowers!), and the environmental impact of battery technology.And don't miss out on Skip's most important life lesson learned through his years of experience in the industry. It's an episode filled with wisdom, insights, and a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of turf equipment management on the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Tweet us @ReelTurfTechs and @MTrentManning Email us at [email protected] Check out our YouTube Channel
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