Originally Posted by Mike O
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I wasn't going to answer as I have no idea or expertise and there are probably a lot of important characteristics that are important. But the first thing that came to my mind is patience. I just see those guys standing around (don't take that the wrong way- it's a busy tough job) on the driving range while their player hits balls. To cater to and follow someone around - it seems to me it would be easy to lose your cool. Plus - your both in the game but you don't get recognized most of the time. That makes me think- why don't they and wouldn't it be a nice segment to interview the caddy after the round, etc.
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Mike O,
Patience is big. Doing the right thing and being patient about the rewards can be tough. Before cell phones there was more standing around but it is still a pain. Atleast now, if a player is running late, the caddie can do a little work or rest in the tent instead of hanging around the clubhouse.
When working for a player who values your eye, "watching divots" can be fun and engaging. If they just want you to wipe off the clubs, it can be dull. I enjoy looking at the course and watching the practice, but slow practice rounds wear me out.
I always try to get a firm time to arrive, meet up after lunch, etc. If the player leaves you hanging all the time, it's a drag. I have even made the move to the parking lot after waiting on the range for too long. The player called just before I pulled out. I came back, but the relationship did not last much longer.
Interviewing the caddie after the round. I will discuss clubs and yardages and some history, but you won't get me to say anything out of school. Protect the player.
HB