77: How To Have A Better Mental Golf Game - With Michael Leonard

In this episode, Michael and I delve into the importance of mental coaching, including goal setting, stats assessment, and routine development. Learn how to manage your expectations to avoid unnecessary frustration and set yourself up for success.We'll also cover the crucial role of short game skills in scoring, and how tracking stats with tools like Decade and Arcos Golf can provide valuable insights into your strengths and weaknesses. By understanding your data, you can identify key areas for improvement.00:00 Introduction and Overview02:14 Shift in Business Focus: Mental Golf Coaching05:48 Coaching Approach: Setting Goals, Assessing Stats, and Developing Routines09:46 Expectation Management: Avoiding Setting Oneself Up for Failure14:37 The Power of Short Game in Scoring22:52 The Power of Data and Identifying Areas of Improvement24:28 The Importance of Driving Distance and Putting25:58 The Role of Mental Golf and Managing Emotions28:41 Managing Expectations Based on Statistics31:40 Setting Realistic Goals Based on Handicap35:07 The Role of Tempo in the Golf Swing39:11 Consistency and Dedication for ImprovementYou can dive further into the awesome content Michael puts out via these links:Wicked Smart Golf - Website: www.wickedsmartgolf.comWicked Smart Golf - BOOK CLICK HERE  https://amzn.to/3W0UFugHis handle for Youtube, Instagram and Tiktok is @wickedsmartgolfCheck out his youtube channel hereHave questions, feedback or suggestions for future episode? Click here to send me a text!