The GREENERSIDE Official Publication of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey MARCH - APRIL 1997 • Volume 20 Number 2 Decisions, decisions ... one of the GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT'S toughest jobs by Ken Krausz, CGCS Sunday morning, 5:00 a.m. and Hurricane Bertha, actu­ ally it is now a tropical storm, has just left the area. The storm has dumped 3.5 inches of rain in the past 24 hours and included high winds, but now the sun is about to rise, and there are an untold number of decisions to be made. Some in the next couple of minutes, some by 6:00 a.m. when play be­ gins and some as far away as dawn Monday morning. Superintendents constantly have to make decisions; some decisions require split second timing and some can be studied to death, with all variations in between. If the irrigation sys­ tem springs a leak, you better be prepared to shut it off in a timely fashion. If someone requires medical attention, you better have a plan in place. These are the situations that re­ quire immediate action. You better not prepare your budget with the same thought process, or you probably will have more of those irrigation breaks. You will find that a superintendent’s ability goes along with his/her ability to make decisions on a daily basis, in a timely fashion and only when that decision must be made by the superintendent. That’s right, not every decision has to be made by the superintendent. It is the mark of a good superin­ tendent that he or she lets others make decisions at the lowest appropriate level. A decision is a conscious choice of action in response to a problem, based on a given set of circumstances. To make a decision requires making a choice with a real world scenario. There are two basic types of decisions: a) programmed and b) non-programmed. A programmed decision is one which you expect to make on a regular basis. These are the routine decisions that are the bread and butter of your operation. You will have to cut cer­ tain areas of the course at pre-determined heights and inter­ vals, according to season and club standards. Your equipment should be serviced at regular intervals. These are standard things and should not require split-second decisions by the superintendent. This frees up your mind for the non-programmed, or exceptional, deci­ sions which will require the whole of your decision-mak­ ing time and talents. These kinds of decisions usually have a Continued on page 3 In this issue Editorial President's Message GCSANJ News GCSAA News Twelve tips for successful interviews Lofts presents royalty check to USGA X-marks the spot GCSANJ's list of certified superintendents NJ Department of Environmental Protection 2 3 4 14 16 21 22 23 24 EDITORIAL Wishing for the perfect weather by Ken Krausz, CGCS Welcome to the spring. Well, hope­ fully so. This issue should be in your hands by March 20th, and if all goes right, the temperatures will be warming up and you will be able to start your spring programs. 1 am writing this on Sunday, February 2nd, Ground Hog Day (more on that later), and it is 50 degrees outside. Preparations are underway to leave for the National in Las Vegas this week. I had over 100 golfers out yesterday and will pass that mark today. As 1 have always said, the golfers pay my rent, but with the wet and mild winter we have had so far, it has been a trying winter. Being open all year poses some unique challenges. We started off yesterday with nine regulation greens and nine temporary greens. It was cold and wet last week and the greens were frozen in the morning; at 11:30 the mercury already had soared to 45, and I had to check the greens as everything seemed soft. By 1:00 p.m. I had to close the open greens due to the fact that the frost in the ground would not let the water drain. If you never had to close greens due to conditions like this, you have missed an opportunity to make decisions that will make your hair turn gray as fast as two weeks of temperatures at 95 degrees and 95% humidity. So like I said before, welcome to the spring; let’s hope you all had a good winter and are ready to put all that you have learned while in hibernation to good use. Hopefully, the snows are over and the grass is turning green again, if not now, soon. Back to that ground hog: the news report said that the ground hog out in Pennsylvania did not see his shadow today but his cousin in Staten Island did. I guess by the time this gets to your desk we will know which one was right! I look forward to seeing you at the monthly meetings when we can wish for the winter to return! 201 445-4460 • FAX 201 447-0301 Contributing Writers Douglas Vogel, Edward Walsh, CGCS, Shaun Barry Steven Malikowski, CGCS Please address inquiries to: Editor, The Greenerside 330 Paramus Road Paramus, NJ 07652 GCSANJ Newsletter is published six times a year by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of New Jersey Ken Krausz, Editor Newsletter Business Staff Ken Krausz, CGCS For Ad Placement: Judy Policastro (201) 379-1100 Art and Typography by Trend Multimedia 908-787-0786 • FAX 908-787-7212 GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY 66 Morris Ave., Suite 2A Springfield, New Jersey 07081 201-379-1100 • FAX 201-379-6507 Officers: Glenn Miller, President Ken Krausz, CGCS, Vice President Joe Kenndy, Secretary Ron Mencl, Treasurer Chris Carson, Past President Directors District 1 Michael Mongon Gary F. Arlio District 2 Vincent Bracken Patrick Campbell, CGCS District 3 Edward L. Mellor Ronald W. Luepke District 4 Douglass P. Larson Steve Malikowski, CGCS Chapter GCSAA Delegate Wayne Remo, CGCS Executive Secretary Judy Policastro Commercial Representatives Steve Chirip Shaun Barry ©1997 THE GREENERSIDE Opinions expressed in this Newsletter are the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily express the opin­ ions or policies of the GCSANJ Board and its member­ ship. No part of this newsletter may be reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission. Printed on recycled paper PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE FIELD DAY Calendar April 29 April Monthly Meeting, Gallo­ As everyone knows, Field Day has been canceled. Wow, I feel like Santa Claus when he had to cancel Christmas until Rudolph came along and saved the day. So if anyone out there is hiding a Rudolph in the maintenance building, please step forward! Seriously though, Field Day has been an important part of this association for many, many years. It wasn’t an easy decision to cancel an event that has been around some 20 years, but over the last six years or more, the question the Board has faced was not whether to end Field Day, but when and for how long. The Board will decide whether or not to reinstitute Field Day at some other time. Right now, my concern and the concern of the Board is how to offset the lack of Field Day revenue and the rising costs of operating this association. That is why a motion was made at the annual meeting in November to raise membership dues by twenty-five dollars. This motion has been tabled at the request of the membership and a few Board members until we can determine whether there are other ways of generating revenue or, if not, when and how a dues increase should be structured. The reason I bring up this issue now, three months after the annual meeting, is to inform the membership that the Board is in the process of planning new ways of generating revenue. Our Field Day Committee is now the Special Events Committee. The committee chairman is Joe Kennedy. Joe’s committee will be working along with the Education and Golf Committees to find ways to offset the rising costs of running this association. But this is not just a time for Board members to work hard. When I said “we” need to look for other ways to generate income, the “we” is meant to apply to all members. Although I am pleased to announce that a number of members have recently stepped forward and volunteered to serve on various committees, we still have room for more. If you are interested in sitting on a committee, please call me or any other Board member. July 24 August October 9 way National G.C. Host: Eric Cadenelli. Contact Judy Policastro, (201) 379-1100. July Monthly Meeting, Great Gorge C.C. Host: David Brubaker. Contact Judy Policastro, (201) 379-1100. District Meeting to be announced. GCSANJ Championship, Alpine C.C. Host: Stephen Finamore. Contact Judy Policastro, (201) 379-1100. November GCSANJ Annual Meeting, Hollywood G.C. Host: Jan Kasyjanski. Contact Judy Policastro, (201)379-1100. Decisions, decisions Continued from page 1 broad impact on your operation. They include such things as budget preparation and presentation, recommendations for capitol purchases and scheduling of unique projects such as a bunker renovation project. Remember, decisions are a means to an end and not an end unto themselves. Some people get so caught up in the glory of the mechanics of decision making that they never get around to actually making the decision. If this is you, another decision will probably have to be made soon—how to prepare your resume. GCSANJ NEWS YOU CAN'T HIDE by Sky Bergen Among the celebrities sighted at the recent Expo in Atlantic City were three elder statesmen of the GCSANJ. Floyd Staats, superintendent at Harkers Hollow for many years, retired and then worked at Fiddlers Elbow as a part- timer in summer. Floyd said he retired for good when Dave McGhee wouldn’t listen to him any more. Floyd’s distinctive laugh can still be heard and recognized for miles. Jim O’Gibney, globe trotter, diplomat and raconteur. Jim served over the years as head man at Fort Monmouth GC, Navesink CC, Bamm Hollow CC, Deal GC and Tara Greens. And last, but not least, Dr. Paul Sartoretto, life member. Dr. Paul still consults for Cleary Co. and is a familiar figure at most trade shows. He is a past president of the New Jersey Turfgrass Association. Best wishes to all three, and don’t stop now, gentlemen. Michael Gesmundo Bruedan Corp., Dist. 1 William J. Greene Old York CC, Dist. 4 Sean Klotzbach Metuchen Golf and CC, Dist. 3 Jim Mandis Phila. Turf Co. - Toro, Dist. 4 Stephen D. McNamara The Dawson Corp., Dist. 4 AF C C AF AF Continued on page 5 NEW MEMBERS AND MEMBERSHIP CHANGES The Greenerside welcomes the following new members and notes some recent membership category changes: New Members - Oscar A. 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The awards, published last fall, recognized 100 of the best “green industry” organizations in North America. In addition to the 25 golf courses, other winners were selected in the categories of landscape and lawn care companies and grounds facilities. The magazine’s experienced editorial staff, with input from indus­ try experts, chose the winners. “We at Landscape Management magazine feel the GCSAA members should be proud to be selected to the list that we feel upholds the high standards of professionalism in the green industry,” said Editor-in-Chief Jerry Roche. Landscape Management magazine, “The Voice of the Green Industry,” began publication as a monthly business magazine in 1962, and continues to provide timely and practical information for more than 50,000 professional turf and land­ scape companies and managers in America. Congratulations to Vince Bracken and Richard Christian from all the members of GCSANJ. DAVID GEYER, CGCS, GREATE BAY RESORT & COUNTRY CLUB AND SHOPRITE LPGA CLASSIC NEED YOUR HELP The “ShopRite LPGA Classic” is one of New Jersey’s premier sporting events. The ladies are playing for a purse of $900,000 this year, making this one of the largest purses on the LPGA Tour. The Classic will take place on June 23-29,1997, at Greate Bay Resort & Country Club in Somers Point, New Jersey. Greate Bay is the home of David Geyer, CGCS. The Classic is looking for volunteers to assist their staff in “course operations.” They need volunteers who are willing to help on Sunday, June 15, with roping and staking, putting up signs, etc. They will also need help with dismantling the same Continued on page 7 GCSANJ NEWS Continued from page 6 on Sunday and Monday, June 29 & 30. GCSANJ is working on getting a crew together to show support for one of our own. You should receive more informa­ tion on this soon. In the meantime, circle this week on your calendar and come out and support David if you can! GCSANJ CLUB RELATIONS COMMITTEE WORKING FOR YOU ! The Club Relations Committee works in two ways: First, the committee provides a professional avenue for the golf course superintendent who feels he or she needs extra support. You may have a problem on the course that only you see and can not figure out or a problem that your club members perceive (real or imagined). We are able, ready and willing to come to your course to meet with you alone or with your governing body to see if we can help to define and resolve that problem. Second, if you are a golf course without a superintendent and would like professional guidance and suggestions in successfully searching for your superintendent, the commit­ tee would be happy to meet with you. We can help you to figure out a competitive package in terms of professional qualifications, salary guidelines, budget realities , etc. The GCSANJ Club Relations Committee is here for you! Continued on page 8 Greens King V PENNINK ARRIMOUR I R U O M R R A K N N N E P I * 18 or 19 HP Engine * Power Steering * Operator Friendly * 7,9 or 11 - Bladed Units * Exclusive Flash attach system 2 Terminal Road,. Lyndhurst New Jersey, 07071 (201) 804-1000 JACOBSEN TEXTRON Jacobsen Division of Textron Inc. GOLT COURSE CONSTRUCTION and RENOVATION ❖ Tees ❖ Greens ❖ Bunkers ❖ New Construction Tom Ristau - Division Manager Richie Valentine - Turf Consultant PA phone: (215)659-6411 (215)659-9317 PA fax: NJ phone: (609)466-1500 Member of: Golf Course Superintendents Assoc. of America Golf Course Superintendents Assoc. of New Jersey Philadelphia Assoc. of Golf Course Superintendents Huntingdon Valley, PA Hopewell, NJ GCSANJ NEWS Continued from page 7 If we can help in any way, please do not hesitate to contact association headquarters; Pat Campbell, Club Relations Chair­ person; or any GCSANJ officer. DISTRICT DIRECTOR PROFILES RONALD W. LUPKE DISTRICT III Ron Lupke has been superintendent at Hominy Hill Golf Course since 1987. He also served as the assistant superinten­ dent there for two-and-one-half years before becoming super­ intendent. If you were to add those years up you would realize that Ron worked for Dave Pease for the past twelve years. “No comment” is the only way to describe that! Ron also worked as assistant superintendent at Navesink Providence & Dominant Creeping Bentgrass Champion GQ Perennial Ryegrass ESN For information call UHS/TwinLight at (908) 438-1300 and ask for Gerald Fountain, Tom Hughes, or Rich Baker United 4260 Route 1 North Horticultural Supply. Monmouth Jct, NJ 08852 Providence, Dominant, and Champion GQ are Registered Trademarks of Seed Research of Oregon, Inc. ESN is a Registered Trademark of UHS. C.C. under both Angelo Petragila and Larry Dodge. His first golf course job was part of a college work study program at Philmont C.C. in 1983 and 1984 while attending Delaware Valley College. Working on his uncle’s dairy farm at age 12 is where Ron developed his love for agriculture. Speaking of love, Ron met his wife, Karen Plumley, at the New Jersey TurfExpo in 1990. Shaun “the matchmaker” Barry introduced them. Hominy Hill is consistently ranked as one of the top 25 public golf courses in the country by Golf Digest. In 1986, Hominy Hill received the NJTA Recognition Award and has been host to many tournaments and championships throughout the years. As part of Ron’s work as a district director, he is the chairperson of the 1997 Survey Committee. Continued on page 9 Tee-To-Green Quality from John Deere When you see the John Deere logo on golf course equipment, you know there are years of experience and hundreds of dedicated people behind each hard-working machine. You should also know there's a full line of reliable equip-ment to stand up to the challenges of your course! There are rugged utility mowers for the tough spots; lightweight fairway mowers to manicure your target areas; aerators that breath ife into your turf; and precision- engineered greens mowers to handle the most critical areas on your course. Add to these a line of utility vehicles with a host of attachments, and a field and bunker rake for the gritty spots, and you've got a with. line-up that's ready to handle whatever you can come up If you're not sure, give us a call and we'll show you! Nothing runs like a Deere E/T Equipment Company 425 South Riverside Ave., Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520 1-800-99DEERE GCSANJ NEWS Continued from page 8 ED MELLOR DISTRICT III As a New Jersey native, Ed Mellor got his first taste of golf course maintenance working for Charlie Dey at Springdale Golf Club back in 1982 while attending Delaware Valley College. After receiving his Bachelor of Science in Agronomy with a minor in Business Administration, Ed landed a job as assistant superintendent at Howell Park Golf Course. He stayed with the Monmouth County Park System for five years until the superintendent position at nearby Jumping Brook Country Club was offered to him in 1991. At the same time Ed accepted the position at Jumping Brook he married Jennifer. They left Farmingdale and bought a house in Little Silver where they now live with their two daughters, Mary, age two, and Sarah, who was born in Decem­ ber. Last year Ed was elected as District III Director, filling Fran Owsik’s post. He chairs positions in Public Relations and Merchandise and is desperately seeking volunteers to help with these two committees. If you would like to help get our message or our merchandise out, please contact Ed Mellor. GARY ARLIO DISTRICT I Gary Arlio was voted in as a District I Director to fill the vacant spot left by Joe Kennedy when Joe was elected secretary of GCSANJ. He has been golf course superintendent at North Jersey Country Club, Wayne, since February 1993. Previously he was assistant superintendent at Connecticut Golf Club in Easton, Connecticut. Gary earned a bachelor’s degree in pre­ law and finance from Widener University in Chester, Pennsyl­ vania. He has also successfully completed the two-year short course at Rutger’s Cook College. In addition to being a member of GCSANJ, Gary is also a member of the Metropolitan GCSA and GCSAA. His hobbies include golfing and softball. Gary is the chairperson of the Scholarship and Research a wonderful character (his description) by the name of Mort Olman. Mort is one of the few people who really is an expert on true golf antiques. If it is art, balls, clubs or accessories, he knows the value of the piece. Well, anything pre-1900. Newer items are of no interest. He has written several books on the subject, and my interest got me to pick up the phone. He answered on the second ring. About an hour later he was faxing me a copy of an old receipt that had just been found in Scotland. It was part of The Thistle Collection. In it were scorecards, receipts and the earliest known record of a system of handicapping. What I was interested in, though, was a simple receipt. 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It was one pound plus one shilling. Today that value is about two dollars. As was common, Mr. Ballantyne also was a feather ball maker and a club maker. Hopefully all of this added up to a good living, but I doubt it. What conclusion do I hope you take from this? You have come a long way. Keep up the good work and remember that things could be worse. PLEATS, PETE AND MONEY by Doug Vogel Golf experts have steadfastly opined that Bobby Jones could never be replaced. “The greatest golfer of all-time.” “True champion.” “A real gentleman.” Well, the experts were proven wrong. When the publishers at Cornerstone Library decided to update the 1947 book The Nine Bad Shots of Golf featuring Jones, they looked to the man who knew those nine am P.O. BOX 680 ASBURY PARK, NEW JERSEY 07712 IN NJ (908)774-4882 FAX (908)775-3288 OUTSIDE NJ (800)242-7374 TEE TO GREEN ACCESSORIES, MAINTENCE & SAFETY ITEMS! YOUR NEW JERSEY MANUFACTURER WITH ONE STOP SHOPPING. 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As the game of golf, the golf industry and the superintendent profession has changed... so too has the certification program. To ensure the program addresses industry changes, GCSAA’s Certification Committee is constantly evaluating the requirements. “Over the years, the term CGCS has taken on worldwide importance for superintendents and their employers,” said GCSAA President Bruce R. Williams, CGCS. “It truly is a measure of professional excellence in our industry.” To begin the certification process, individuals must be currently employed as a golf course superintendent, possess superintendent experience and pursue GCSAA seminar con­ tinuing education units (CEUs). After fulfilling those require­ ments, the applicant has one year to complete a comprehensive six-part examination and go through the attesting process. The examination covers the areas of GCSAA knowledge; the game and the rules of golf; turfgrass management; pest control, safety and compliance; financial management; and organiza­ tional management. In addition, two certified golf course superintendents evaluate the applicant’s course conditions, maintenance facility, recordkeeping and communication skills. The popularity of the program is measured by a growing Continued on page 13 TORO We’ll make your entire golf course- greens, tees, and fairways - beautifully playable. And, we’ll do it with environmentally sound plant nutrients and soil conditioners that encourage and enhance the biological processes which occur naturally in soil, plants, and grass. 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The Certification Committee recognized superintendents certified in 1996 and those with 15-, 20- and 25-year anniver­ saries at the February 10th Certification Luncheon at the 68th International Golf Course Conference and Show in Las Vegas. Since 1926, GCSAA has been the leading professional association for the men and women who manage and maintain golf facilities in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kansas, the association provides education, information and representation to more than 16,700 individual members from more than 50 countries. GCSAA’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enrich the quality of golf and its environment. Reprinted with permission from GCSAA News Release, Octo­ ber 23, 1996. (See realted article on page 23) GCSAA Affiliation Agreement completed Past President Paul Powandra and GCSAA Chapter Delegate Wayne Remo worked hard to complete the GCSAA Affiliation Agreement. Bylaws had to be changed and forms submitted. These two representatives of GCSANJ did an outstanding job of completing the task that was voted on at the GCSAA conference in February, 1996. GCSANJ is among the first 12 local associations to com­ plete the agreement in the entire country. SPECIAL OFFER! TEST DRIVE A DUAL Call us for a FREE three-day tryout in your workshop.* □ We’ll bring the machine right to you and pick it up. □ No charge. □ Your chance to precision grind your reels on the world’s best spin grinder. * Subject to scheduling and machine availability. EXPRESS DUAL Storr Tractor Company 3191 US Highway 22, Somerville, New Jersey 08876 908-722-9830 GCSAA NEWS WILLIAMS SELECTED AS PGA HONORARY DIRECTOR Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) President Bruce R. Williams, CGCS, has been recognized for his accomplishments by The Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) of America. Williams, superintendent at Bob O’Link Golf Club in Chicago, Illinois, was elected PGA honorary director at the PGA’s Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, last month. Williams is respected throughout the golf industry and is a sought-after instructor and speaker for many organizations, including the PGA. He has been superintendent at Bob O’Link since 1979 when he succeeded his father, Bob, who served as GCSAA president in 1958. “Bruce has been instrumental in forging a strong relation­ ship between the PGA and GCSAA,” said PGA Honorary President Tom Addis. “He is a strong leader who has demon­ strated a commitment to excellence in his profession and in service to the game of golf.” STUDY SHOWS IMPROVEMENT IN GOLFER ENVIRONMENTAL ATTITUDES The majority of America’s golfers believe that golf course superintendents use pesticides and fertilizers responsibly, and their general concerns about the environmental impact of golf have decreased, according to a new independent study commissioned by the Golf Course Superintendents Associa­ tion of America (GCSAA). 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Williams, CGCS. “This study indicates attitudes are improving, and, although it’s impossible to say for sure, we’d like to think that educational efforts by GCSAA, USGA and other golf associations have helped to change misperceptions among players.” Golfers cited unrepaired ball marks as the most “bothersome” and “frequent” course con­ ditioning problem. “It was interesting that the thing that bothers golfers most—unrepaired ball marks—is a problem they can and should fix themselves,” Williams said. “The study con­ firms that there still aren’t enough golfers who routinely repair ball marks, rake bunkers and replace or fill divots.” The results of the image section of the study will be used by GCSAA to guide its public relations programs and to create a baseline to measure the success of future golfer education efforts. “We’re making a substantial invest­ ment in educational programs, including our TV show, ‘Par for the Course’ which airs on ESPN,” said Williams. “We want to be able to track the effectiveness of our efforts to ensure we’re doing the right things to raise the visibil­ ity of our members and to enhance their image within golf.” Funding restored for the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program ThThee ccoovveerr aarrttiiccllee ooff TThhee GGrreeeenneerrssiiddee JJululyy -- AAuugusgustt 11999966,, wwaass aaboutbout hhooww t thehe UU SSDDAA ccaanncceelleedd ffuunnddiinngg fforor tthehe NNaattiioonnaall TurfgrasTus Erfvgarlausast iEovnalu Proatiogranm P rfoisgcraal mye faisr c1a9l9 y7e. ar 1997. 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Your performance in interview situations will improve with practice and evalu­ ation, and you can use that to your advantage. • Keep a record of details of your upcoming interviews, including the time, location, the name of the interviewer, and how to pronounce the name of the company and the person who will be interviewing you correctly. If the interview is in another city, note any travel expenses that will be met by the prospective employer. Never cancel an interview appointment unless you have a personal emer­ gency. • Research the operation you plan to visit. Try to find out about its history and philosophy, as well as names and titles of decision-makers you should meet. • Make a list of questions to ask about the company, the golf course and the job itself. Interviews serve a dual purpose: While the employer learns about you, you gather informa­ tion to help you decide whether this is the right job for you. If possible, arrange to arrive early enough to walk the course before the interview. That may make it easier to give relevant examples and demonstrate your interest in the course. • • Get used to talking about what your current job entails. Practice enough—and preferably with someone who can provide constructive criticism—so that your communica­ tion is logical and orderly. TURF PRODUCTS CORPORATION 47 Howell Road, Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 We Specialize in the odd & the unusual • GRASS SEED • TURF TOOLS • COURSE ACCESSORIES • FUNGICIDES • HERBICIDES •TURF EQUIPMENT Call us at: 201-263-1234 • Anticipate general questions about your training, your reasons for choosing this profession, why you are inter­ ested in this job and so on. • Prepare for hard questions, including why you left/lost your last job. Script a confident and truthful answer that shows you in the best possible light. It helps if you and your former employer agreed on an “exit statement”—a brief and positive description of the reason(s) for leaving your previous job. Some possible wording: a change in senior management abolishment of your job an improper match between you and the position you were hired for blocked professional growth a desire for a career change or a wish to relocate • Dress professionally. Don’t underdress. Men should at least wear a sports coat, tie and slacks. Women should wear a conservative dress or jacket/skirt combination. Employ­ ers assume you will never dress better than you do for an interview. • Take several copies of your short- and long-version re­ sumes and a separate typed list of references. For yourself, take another copy of each version of your resume, your research notes, previous correspondence and the list of questions you intend to ask. Review them all beforehand, especially your resume. The person interviewing you will, so don’t put yourself in the embarrassing position of stumbling over an answer that’s right there in black and white. • Arrive a few minutes early and double-check your appear­ ance to make sure you are neat and well-groomed. Note the names of receptionists, secretaries and assistants for your follow-up activities. Review company materials such as brochures and newsletters, and pay attention to the appear­ ance and behavior of the people who work there. These observations will give you a sense of the organization’s “culture” and important clues as to what the interviewer is looking for. • Take a few deep breaths to help ease your nervousness. Many top athletes and successful business people say affirmation and visualization techniques work for them. Remind yourself that you are capable and qualified for the position, and picture yourself answering questions calmly, intelligently and confidently. 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Sometimes it seems impossible to anticipate what you may be asked. But being prepared for the tough questions can help. Below are ten of the most commonly asked questions at job interviews. Use them as you prepare for your next interview. Tell me about yourself. Present your “infomercial.” Keep it focused on business activities and goals, not personal information. Tailor your response to the position you are interviewing for. What are your career goals? Relate your answer to the job opportunity you are discuss­ ing. SERVING THE TURFGRASS INDUSTRY SINCE 1978 grass roots Phone (201) 361-5943 Fax (201) 366-0616 P.O. Box 336, Mount Freedom, New Jersey 07970 Describe your most rewarding experience. Keep your response oriented to the current situation. Tell me about a project that you were involved with that failed. Be truthful. If possible, set the stage for a previous work environment that encouraged innovation and risk-taking. Don’t lay blame on other people. If outside factors (such as weather) contributed to the failure, be sure to relay information about the management and control practices that you implemented to minimize damage. Describe the ideal job for you. Describe the job you are discussing in your own words. Be careful not to position yourself as competition for your employer’s job. What are your greatest strengths or weaknesses? Match your strengths to the position you are discussing. Be sure to turn your negatives into positives. An example: “I am a perfectionist, but my extreme attention to detail allowed me to take the quality of my previous golf course to the next level, which put us at the No. 2 course in the state.” Tell me about your previous job experience. Talk in specifics citing accomplishments. Be sure to give credit to your previous management structure in allowing you the resources to achieve these goals. What do you know about our golf course operation? Based on your preparation you should be able to “wow” them. What are your salary requirements? Answer this with a question: “What is your salary range for this position?” If no range exists or if the interviewer is reluctant to offer this information, use regional statistics and data. For example, say, “The average salary for a superintendent at an 18-hole golf course in this area ranges from $_____ to $_____ , a range I am comfortable with.” Why should we hire you? Frame your answer in terms of what you can accomplish for the operation. Match the benefits from your education, skills and experience to the job requirements. 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Attending association educational seminars gives you the edge, both intellectually and professionally. It’s a great place for networking and you’ll want to have business cards ready for those people with whom you’d like to keep in touch. 1. Arrive early. This gives you the information and control to make the seminar work for you. Find a comfortable seat. Arriving early gets you “in the mood” for learning and avoids the stress of rushing in. 4. Introduce yourself to at least three people sitting near you. You obviously have something in common with them: they are probably fellow association members, they want to learn and they chose a seat in the same vicinity you did! Break the ice and say, “hello.” 2. Remove yourself from office pressures. Nothing’s worse than taking the office with you every­ where you go. Let the office function without you for one day. If possible, ask your assistant or co-workers to leave messages or make an appointment at a set time to check in. 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If you have a suggestion that works or had a similar problem and solved it, please share that information so others can learn from your experience. 7. If you have a question or need further clarification, just ask! Chances are if you have questions or something isn’t clear, you’re not the only one puzzled. This is your opportunity to get your questions answered. 8. Keep an "action items ” list. Throughout the seminar jot down ideas you can implement immediately when you return to the office. Share the ideas you’ve gleaned and notes with your boss and co-workers. Think about what you’ll do next to reinforce what you’ve learned. 9. Have lunch with someone you don’t know. Take an opportunity to flesh out ideas with someone you meet at the seminar. 10. What’s next? Find out if your association provides additional resources on the same subject. Are books or tapes available for you to take home? Determine additional subjects to explore that will enhance your professional career. PETER VAN DRUMPT Reprinted with permission from the American Society of Association Executives. Lofts presents royalty check to USGA Lofts Seed, Inc. presented a check for $ 14,272 to James Snow, national director of the United States Golf Association. The annual donation to the USGA is based upon a royalty agreement for the release and marketing of Ram I Kentucky Bluegrass, which Lofts Seed and Jacklin Seed co-market. Dr. Richard Hurley of Lofts Seed, Inc. said, “Working with this variety has been a real pleasure. Ram I is one of the better performing Kentucky Bluegrasses, and it has also generated revenue to help support the USGA research fund.” “This most successful Kentucky Bluegrass variety has generated royalties of $155,000 over the past 17 years,” commented Ken Budd, president of Lofts Seed. “Ram I Kentucky Bluegrass has been one of the most consistent and successful varieties in the marketplace and has performed extremely well in turfgrass mixtures on golf courses, athletic fields and lawns across the United States,” added Budd. Lofts Seed markets turfgrass seed to golf courses, sod farms, retail stores, landscapers, lawn-care operators and municipalities. The company owns patents on more than 25 seed varieties such as Rebel II, Rebel III, Turf-Type Tall Fescue, Palmer Perennial Ryegrass and Georgetown Ken­ tucky Bluegrass. Lofts Seed, Inc, presented a check for $14,272 to James Snow, national director of the United States Golf Association. 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I have had the pleasure of playing at Roxiticus a few times over the past couples of years, and it was in great shape and maybe one of the more beautiful courses in our area. I’ve never seen that much bentgrass growing in environments where Have you ever noticed how many magazines and professional associations have a family of the year award? bentgrass isn’t supposed to grow. Bucky’s ability to make things work is absolutely amazing. His talents with drainage and construction are visible throughout the entire course. He wears many hats and wears all of them well. A few years ago Pete Pedrazzi and I had the opportunity to be the team that visited Scott in conjunction with the GCSAA Certification Program. I hadn’t really known Scott that well before then, but became quite impressed with the conditions we experienced. His shop, office and course were all in top shape, and his administrative skills outstanding. Scott, like his dad, would tackle almost any task with results mirroring the best professional contractors. I hadn’t had much opportunity to get to know Les until just lately. We are both utilizing the same consultant for pond management, and I’ve called many times to talk about his program. Well, our discussions went from ponds to the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program, and I realized that he and his brother and father are untapped resources. The wealth of information I’ve received from these three is tremendous. The only problem with Bucky, Les and Scott is not many of you get to know these guys. They are, by nature, sort of quiet. They come to an occasional meeting or seminar, but, other than that, their families, hobbies and jobs consume most of their time. Now, I tell you this because if they don’t come to you, you should go to them. Do everything you can to get to know these three outstanding professionals. If asked, they will share any of the experiences they have had. And let me tell you, those experiences can be a big help to growing grass, construc­ tion, drainage and landscaping. As a family they have done it all and done it right. If we ever have a “Family of the Year” award from the GCSANJ, I think you know where my vote will go. GCSANJ'S list of certified superintendents Many of you may not know that one of our own was on the GCSAA Certification Committee. Yes, it is true, Ed Walsh, CGCS, served on the committee in 1986 David McGhee Wayne Remo Gregory Vadala Jeffrey Wetterling John O’Keefe Robert Ribbans Kenneth VanFleet Donald Zeffer Frank Polizzi John Schoellner John Wantz Thomas Zürcher The following is a list of certified superintendents in and 1987. 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