Behind the Gates

Denny Corby shares his journey from a family business to a career in magic and entertainment, navigating the pandemic, reviving Private Club Radio, and embracing adaptability and resilience. He emphasises the importance of commitment, curiosity, and embracing imperfection, drawing from his experiences and lessons learned from his family's business.The conversation explores the art of adaptation, reading the room, and observing club culture. It delves into the impact of leadership on team dynamics, the importance of vibe and tribe, and the significance of hiring for culture fit. It also discusses behavioural issues in leadership, effective language and communication, and the parallels between leadership and magic.TakeawaysAdaptability and resilience are essential in navigating uncertainty and challenges.Commitment, curiosity, and embracing imperfection are key to success in business and entertainment. Adaptation and observation are crucial in club culture and leadership.Vibe attracts tribe - the importance of hiring for culture fit.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship05:44 Reviving Private Club Radio11:39 Embracing Imperfection and Agility18:09 Authenticity and Adaptation23:24 Reading the Room29:30 Club Culture and Leadership Impact35:10 Behavioural Issues in Leadership42:24 Making It HappenLinksDenny's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennycorby/Private Club Radiohttps://www.privateclubradio.comDenny Corbyhttps://www.dennycorby.comThis episode is brought to you byKopplin Kuebler & Wallace. The most trusted name in executive search and consulting. People focused, quality driven. https://kkandw.comClub Connections. Club Connections works with private clubs globally to strengthen member experience through better communication, storytelling and engagement. Founded by Emily McCarvill, the business partners with clubs to ensure the way they communicate reflects the culture and standards behind the gates. https://www.linkedin.com/company/clubconnections/SHANX Mini Golf. SHANX Mini Golf is an Australian company known for producing some of the world's best mini golf courses. https://shanxminigolf.com.auThey’re not the typical novelty putt-putt with windmills and clowns—instead, they build bespoke, high-quality 18-hole courses using synthetic turf, challenging terrain inspired by actual golf, often located at or near real golf clubs. Their architect is responsible for a few world top 100 golf courses too! Contact the SHANX team and mention BTG podcast for a complimentary site feasibility assessment!

The conversation delves into Jim Rohrstaff's passion for golf and his journey in creating a world-class experience in the golf industry. From his early golf experiences to his transition to Southern California, meeting industry leaders, and his philosophy of creating a great work environment, Jim shares insights on hiring the right people, balancing time, and taking his family on the journey. He also discusses the concept of hardware and software, servant mindset, and breaking through mental limits. The conversation delves into the power of risk assessment and the importance of trust in decision-making. It also explores the development of golf courses and the potential of emerging markets in the industry.TakeawaysPassion for GolfCreating a World-Class Experience Risk assessmentGolf course developmentChapters00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship07:05 Servant Mindset and Desire to Please13:38 Hardware and Software Concept19:29 Balancing Time and Managing Projects26:31 Breaking Through Mental Limits44:44 Golf Course Development and Emerging MarketsLinksLegacy Partners | Exclusive New Zealand Real EstateTe Arai LinksThis episode is brought to you byKopplin Kuebler & Wallace. The most trusted name in executive search and consulting. People focused, quality driven. https://kkandw.comClub Connections. Club Connections works with private clubs globally to strengthen member experience through better communication, storytelling and engagement. Founded by Emily McCarvill, the business partners with clubs to ensure the way they communicate reflects the culture and standards behind the gates. https://www.linkedin.com/company/clubconnections/SHANX Mini Golf. SHANX Mini Golf is an Australian company known for producing some of the worlds best mini golf courses. https://shanxminigolf.com.auThey’re not the typical novelty putt-putt with windmills and clowns—instead, they build bespoke, high-quality 18-hole courses using synthetic turf, challenging terrain inspired by actual golf, often located at or near real golf clubs. Their architect is responsible for a few world top 100 golf courses too! Contact the SHANX team and mention BTG podcast for a complimentary site feasibility assessment!

The Behind the Gates podcast launches, and its hosts, Ed Chapman, CCM, and Michael Herd, discuss their experience co-hosting, their different approaches to asking questions, and the importance of authenticity in conversations. They share insights into how they got started, the fascinating conversations they've had, and the launch of the podcast with its partners. The hosts also engage the audience and encourage participation.TakeawaysImportance of authenticity in podcast conversationsEngaging the audience and encouraging participationThis episode is brought to you byKopplin Kuebler & Wallace. The most trusted name in executive search and consulting. People focused, quality driven. https://kkandw.comClub Connections. Club Connections works with private clubs globally to strengthen member experience through better communication, storytelling and engagement. Founded by Emily McCarvill, the business partners with clubs to ensure the way they communicate reflects the culture and standards behind the gates. https://www.linkedin.com/company/clubconnections/SHANX Mini Golf. SHANX Mini Golf is an Australian company known for producing some of the world's best mini golf courses. https://shanxminigolf.com.auThey're not the typical novelty putt-putt with windmills and clowns—instead, they build bespoke, high-quality 18-hole courses using synthetic turf, challenging terrain inspired by actual golf, often located at or near real golf clubs. Their architect is responsible for a few of the world's top 100 golf courses, too! Contact the SHANX team and mention BTG podcast for a complimentary site feasibility assessment!Linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/edchapmanclubindustryleader/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-herd-2686598b/

Spaska Ivanov, Assistant General Manager at Rehoboth Beach Country Club in Delaware, USA, joins me in this episode of The Modern Club Management Podcast.This conversation focuses on navigating challenging conversations in the workplace. We discuss how to approach them, framing the conversation, the importance of setting clear expectations, and giving permission to others to have tough conversations. It was an enjoyable discussion about a topic that all managers need to be skilled at but something which we can only become more comfortable with by doing repetitions!I hope you enjoy his episode. If you would like to ask Spaska any questions or connect with her about this topic, she has kindly offered to share her email [email protected] IvanovAssistant General ManagerRehoboth Beach Country ClubIf you enjoy listening then please join your peers by subscribing through your favourite podcast listening app and leave a review to help others with similar interests find this show more easily.FOLLOW>https://shows.acast.com/the-modern-club-management-podcastInstagram: @edchapman1986 and @michaelherdkkwYouTube: The Modern Club Management PodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-modern-club-management-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Herd, Head of International Search & Consulting, from Kopplin, Kuebler & Wallace joins me on this episode to discuss trends in Club management, hiring, AI, EQ, employer branding, and "The One Thing" approach to hiring.This is a wide-ranging conversation that touches on lots of aspects of the Club industry, hiring, future trends, and how employers can create a brand to make themselves the employer of choice. What creative strategies can be used to bring talented people into your teams? Listen to find out!I hope you enjoy his episode.If you enjoy listening then please join your peers by subscribing through your favourite podcast listening app and leave a review to help others with similar interests find this show more easily.FOLLOW>https://shows.acast.com/the-modern-club-management-podcastInstagram: @edchapman1986 and @michaelherdkkwYouTube: The Modern Club Management PodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-modern-club-management-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.