After giving his 13-year-old son a few too many swing tips at the driving range, John got a powerful reminder from a friend: "Five positives for every one negative." In this episode, he shares how that simple rule transformed not just his son's golf game, but his entire approach to coaching, parenting, and leadership.

In this episode:

• Why correction without encouragement crushes confidence

• How positive reinforcement multiplies growth

• The one question to ask before offering criticism

Quote of the Day:

"People grow faster when you water what's right before pruning what's wrong."

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