Mike’s Lone PEEK Summit!!

In keeping with this months theme of “less is more” I want to tie it in with one of my favorite hobbies, GOLF! While I know that all of our readers may not play golf there are still lessons learned I'd like to share.   Minnesota has the highest percentage of golfers per capita in the USA most likely because of our desire to be outside after a long winter. I was introduced to golf at the age of 12. I started as a caddy at Southview Country Club in West Saint Paul. Caddying not only put money in my pocket, it also taught me a lot about selling, marketing and dealing with different kinds of people. These are skills I carry with me today. Caddying also led to my being awarded the Evans Scholarship to the University of Minnesota. Golf taught me at an early age that work could and should be fun!

Although I no longer play everyday I’m happy to get out when I can. Marriage, kids, and work will do that to the best of us! Despite the reduced frequency I have still managed to keep my handicap between 0 and 5. Some of that comes from good genes but I think some of it comes from knowing what to work on and when. Most golfers spend way too much time working on their long game and little on their short game. Whenever I do get a chance to practice I make sure its 90% short and 10% long game. At home I will take a few minutes at a time looking at my swing in a mirror. It is amazing the things you can see and pick up by doing this easy exercise. I hope these 2 simple tips help your game. Even though I now play and practice less the game adds more pleasure then ever. Even if my scores do go up!

Below are some "links" (pun intended) that offer some great deals on golf this summer. I hope you have plenty of opportunities to get out and play this season. Golf is called a game of honor. It is our honor to serve you, the great clients of Bann Business Solutions!

Midwest Classic Golf Tours

Minnesota Golf Card

Minnesota Golf Association

Last Minute Golfer

Tee Master Golf Card

Twin Cities Golf.com

Brainerd Golf Trail.com