From Finance to the DP World Tour | Daniel Wakefield’s Journey

🎙️ From Finance to the Fairways | Wakey's Journey to the DP World TourWhat does it take to build a career in professional golf while balancing a full-time job and family life?In this episode of the Birdie Golf Club Podcast, I'm joined by Daniel "Wakey" Wakefield to discuss his incredible journey from working in finance to becoming a DP World Tour caddie alongside his day job.We talk about how social media opened unexpected doors, what life is really like inside professional golf, and his long-term ambition of one day becoming a full-time tour caddie.It's an honest conversation about taking opportunities, backing yourself and proving you don't have to give up everything to chase your passion.⏱ Chapters00:00 – Introduction01:00 – From finance to golf02:15 – Why he wants to change his career03:46 – Getting into caddying05:20 – Moving to Dubai09:12 – Surreal tour moments11:00 – Life amongst tour caddies15:07 – Challenges in the industry16:24 – AI and the future of work18:12 – DP World Tour vs PGA Tour22:07 – Social media opportunities25:08 – Family life and balance30:38 – Strategy lessons from tour golf33:34 – Playing vs caddying36:50 – Blitz Golf discussion44:34 – Golf media and presentation50:49 – The future of professional golf66:42 – What's next for Wakey🤝 Podcast Partners👟 Payntr Golf – 15% OffPerformance golf footwear worn by Jason Day, Justin Rose, Sam Burns and Min Woo Lee.https://payntrgolf.co.ukCODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUBPODCAST📊 Shot Scope – 15% Offhttps://shotscope.com/?rfsn=8805411.2f49ef5&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8805411.2f49ef5CODE: BIRDIEGOLFCLUB🌍 Golf Escapeshttps://www.golf-escapes.com/the-birdie-golf-club-podcast-with-golf-escapes/CODE: BIRDIEDOUBLEPOINTS🏌️ Srixon Golfhttps://www.srixon.co.uk🏌️ Cleveland Golfhttps://www.clevelandgolf.com📱 Connect with WakeyInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/wakeythecaddy/🎙️ Follow Birdie Golf Club PodcastInstagramYouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsIf you've ever thought about changing careers, chasing a dream or wondered what life is really like inside professional golf, this episode is for you.