It's for this reason that I have my DVR set for the Golf Channel this afternoon when Tiger returns to competitive play. The man clearly has some freakish skills that we've never seen the likes of on a golf course. My own golf game has zero comparisons to Tiger's, and if you've golfed with me you will agree. But I don't even attempt to emulate him, at least on the golf course.
Freakish skills aside, the man has other qualities that we all could learn from and I do try to develop for the sake of both my personal and professional life.
- Initiative/Drive - I think most would agree that Tiger has more than anyone else in his sport and this helps to separate him from the pack. He wants to be the best.
- Positive Attitude - he expects to win, nothing less.
- Passionate - he loves what he does and is willing to do whatever it takes to be successful, without sacrificing his character and integrity.
- Embraces Change - he is always looking for ways he can change his swing or his game to become even better.
- Hard Worker - success doesn't just happen, it's a round the clock effort to get the results.
- Accountable - it's all about his performance. Distractions and obstacles are part of the game, it is entirely up to him to figure out how to overcome them.
- Dependable - we expect him to win to the point where it isn't as special anymore. It's when he doesn't that we're surprised.
I am sure there are more, but these are the qualities that immediately come to mind. So, as a golf fan and as someone appreciative of excellence, I am happy Tiger's back.
