Master Greenkeeper. Sports turf lecturer. Leadership speaker/trainer. Freelance writer. Author of ‘The Power of People” & “The Power of You” management manuals

Joined February 2019
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RT @BIGGALtd: BIGGA career opportunity - Work-Based Tutor in Sportsturf/Greenkeeping (Lincolnshire/Nottingham) - Myerscough College and Uni…
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We are proud to announce that @BernhardCompany and @BernhardAcademy will be exhibiting at #BTME2027 Be the first to find out more ahead of BTME here: btme.org.uk/
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Check out my latest article: Exciting career opportunity to join an Award-Winning National Sports Turf Team linkedin.com/pulse/join-awar… via @LinkedIn @MyerscoughColl @My_Apprentice @BIGGALtd @wearetheGMA @TurfBusiness
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Thanks for the invite @OtterCreekGCM to participate in this series of podcasts. Truly enjoyed our conversation as always, and laughed out loud again at those killer questions my friend! Keep them coming! #podcast #leadership #friendship #superintendants #greenkeepers
🚨 EPISODE DROP 🚨 S2 E2 of #TheLowDownsPodcast 🎙️ is live with @HelmnPhil, MG. We talk greenkeeping, leadership, The Power of People, The Power of You, @BernhardAcademy, passion, and what a powerful second act in turf can look like. A great one from across the pond. #turfpod
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The best learning comes from people. Networking opens doors to new ideas, new methods, and new opportunities. Applying to the 2027 Links to Success is a perfect next opportunity to make. @GCSAA @mearhart18 #Greenkeeping #TurfCare #GolfIndustry #linkstosuccess2027 #networking
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Great to be at Sherwood Forest GC this morning for the ⁦⁦@GCMAUK⁩ East Midlands Regional Meeting. It’s all about Time Management ⏰⏳#Partners #CPD #Learning
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A new environment can change everything. Experiencing links golf can redefine your direction and purpose in the industry. Growth starts when you step outside the familiar. Applying to the 2027 Links to Success is a perfect step to make. @GCSAA @cole_miedema #linkstosuccess
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Applications are open for Links to Success UK 2027 10 @GCSAA members will attend BTME, visit iconic locations & learn with @BernhardAcademy Not just a trip, a career opportunity. Apply now. #LinksToSuccess #GolfCareers #Greenkeeping #Leadership
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Links to Success UK 2027, a collaboration between GCSAA and @BernhardAcademy, will bring a delegation of GCSAA members to the United Kingdom Jan. 23-30, 2027, for education, networking and experiences including the @BIGGALtd's 2027 BTME Conference in Harrogate, England. Complete the interest form by May 6. gcsaa.org/career/leadership-… #LinksToSuccess2027
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The art of successfully managing up (Online) Learn to: Communicate clearly with your manager Understand leadership priorities Build trust and respect Align goals. Strengthen relationships. Drive team success. bernhardacademy.co.uk/course… #Leadership #ManagingUp #AspiringManager
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Bringing AI into focus for turf professionals ✨ We are looking forward to attending the Golf Business Technology Conference in Belfast from 5–7 May, where innovation and practical insight take centre stage. On Wednesday 6 May, Valentine and Jason will explore how data becomes action through two sessions focused on AI in turf management. From connecting conditions, actions and outcomes, to understanding how intelligent systems support decision-making, these sessions are designed to make AI practical, relevant and immediately useful for course teams. If you are attending, join the conversation and discover how technology can support stronger decisions, improved efficiency and consistent surface quality throughout the season. Find out more and register here: bit.ly/4mPmv9S
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Navigating Difficult Conversations (Online) Effective leaders address conflict not avoid it. Learn to: View difficult conversations as a positive tool Recognise workplace triggers Reframe challenging dialogue bernhardacademy.co.uk/course… #Leadership #ConfidentManager
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UK vs US greenkeeping, different environments, same passion. @emcaseyturf recount is a reminder that growth doesn’t just happen on the course, it happens through the people you connect with. Apply today for the 2027 Links to Success @GCSAA #Greenkeeping #TurfCare #Networking
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Exciting news! 📢 We’re thrilled to welcome Matt Axton as our new Programme Leader for Technical Training & Advisory. With 20 years of global expertise, Matt will lead our technical programmes into a new era. Full story: bernhardacademy.co.uk/new-te… #TurfManagement #Greenkeeping
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#PitchcareMagazine: First impressions instant, powerful, and often made before a single word is spoken. @HelmnPhil Whether you’re meeting a new colleague, client, or industry contact, those snap judgements can shape relationships in seconds. But what’s really going on beneath the surface? And how much control do we actually have over it? Explore the psychology behind those instinctive reactions in this latest article 👇 pitchcare.com/blogs/news/the… #Pitchcare #GroundsManagement #Turfcare #Greenkeeping #FirstImpressions #WorkplacePsychology #Teamwork #Communication #ProfessionalDevelopment #SportsTurf
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Precision starts long before the first cut. At Bernhard and Company, every grinder is designed to make accuracy simple and repeatable. When machines are quick and easy to use, there is no reason to compromise. That consistency ensures every mower delivers a clean cut, reducing plant stress and supporting stronger, healthier turf over time. It is this balance of efficiency and precision that helps turf professionals maintain the highest standards, day after day. Because better processes in the workshop lead to better performance on the course. Watch Episode 7 of Perfect Cut to see how precision keeps performance on track. 🎥
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It was a pleasure to see such a fantastic turnout at the recent Bernhard Day, hosted by our valued distributor, STS, at the beautiful Royal Lakeside Golf Club. With 30 attendees representing 12 different golf clubs, the energy was high and the focus was sharp. We believe that world-class turf maintenance is a blend of the skill of the people behind the machines and precision engineering. A huge thank you to the STS team for their incredible partnership and to our own Steve Wilson for leading the deep-dive theory and hands-on sessions. We are proud to support a network that prioritizes education and long-term performance as much as we do. Here’s to the 12 clubs moving forward with sharper blades and even sharper skills!
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Performance doesn’t stop at the point of sale. At Bernhard and Company, our focus on customer care ensures you are never far from the support you need. From factory-trained distributors to our in-house team, every part of our network is built to respond quickly, solve problems efficiently, and keep your operation moving. Because true reliability is not just about how a machine performs, but how it is supported over time. Watch Episode 6 of Perfect Cut to see how expert support keeps performance on track. 🎥
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One final roll before we open our newly reconstructed 8th green tomorrow morning⛳️☀️
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Myerscough College's sportsturf provision has been shortlisted in the Lancashire Apprenticeship Awards, in the Training Provider/Programme of the Year category. myerscough.ac.uk/news/myersc… @My_Apprentice
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