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SUPER SERIES by Tru-TurfAuthor: Tru-Turf
Tru-Turf has started a podcast series where we catch up with various Superintendents, Turf grass researchers, Course Managers and Equipment managers from around the globe.#truturf #superseriespodcast #sustainability #innovative #mentalhealth #scientific #rolling #rollinggreens #worklifebalance #greenkeeping #agronomy #golfcoursemaintenance #sportsturf #turfgrassmanagement Language: en Genres: Business, Golf, Management, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Super Series Chapter #14 - Nigel Taylor, General Manager - Malaysia, Sports Turf Solutions
Episode 14
Saturday, 17 May, 2025
Climbing the Mental Health Mountain: A Conversation with Nigel TaylorIn this compelling episode of the Tru-Turf Super Series, we engage in a heartfelt discussion with Nigel Taylor from Sports Turf Solutions, marking our first conversation with a dealer. With over 30 years in the turf industry, Nigel shares his journey from a gardener in Sanctuary Cove to a passionate advocate for mental health awareness.Follow Nigel's journey as he attempts 12 Everests this year :https://www.instagram.com/thedirtydozen.12https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigel1profileNigel opens up about the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by greenkeepers and turf professionals. Drawing from personal experiences and industry insights, he emphasizes the need for a supportive work environment where conversations about mental well-being are encouraged and stigma is dismantled.Highlighting his ambitious goal of completing 12 Everesting cycling challenges in 2025, Nigel uses this metaphor to represent the uphill battle many face with mental health. His mission is to inspire others to confront their struggles head-on and to foster a culture of openness and support within the industry.This episode builds upon our previous discussions on mental health, including our conversation with Michael Knoll from Del Monte Golf Course. At Tru-Turf, we believe that supporting our customers extends beyond providing quality products—it involves nurturing the well-being of the individuals who make up our community.Join us as we delve into this vital conversation, aiming to bring mental health to the forefront of the turf industry.
