I gone from shooting 100+ to shooting 88 in 6 months, here is what I have learned;

  1. It is not about great shots, it is about OKish shots that advance the ball and stay in play.
  2. Having a good chip shot and good putting skills makes up for all manner of errors with driver and irons.
  3. Practice, practice, practice. For every round you play, have two sessions at the driving range and practice specific shot types.
  4. A few lessons really helps.
  5. On any given round, play with what you have. If you are slicing, then aim left and adjust for it..
  6. Don’t go for the hero shot, you won’t make it.
  7. Let go of bad shots and move on. You can’t change the past but you can change the future.
  8. Laughing at yourself helps.
  9. Putt from as far off the green as you can. A bad putt will result in a better position than a bad chip.
  10. Seven and nine woods are magical and everyone should try them.