The Importance of Communication for a turfgrass manager

The Importance of Communication for the turfgrass manager

Communications skills are not only important for a turfgrass manager but for any activity that involves human relationships. I would say that Obama, Reagan, Steve Jobs, and in our business, the only one that I know so far, Matt Shaffer, they all had or have something in common: Excellent communications skills!

Turfgrass managers have to learn to communicate the same way to their greens committee, General manager, board of directors or owner of the golf course the same way that they should speak to their subordinates, providers and other peers.

A good reason to have good communication skills is to be sure of what you are doing every single time, and if not, be able to manage those situations with alternative skills. Skills such as know how to delegate.

I also have to add that communication does not mean that you have to talk and speak always. Sometimes in this business world, you have to know when to listen. Even if you do not say anything, I believe that this is an important part of someone’s communication skills.