Stuart Butler
Stuart Butler
HWOM with Mark Jones. When committees go bad.
HWOM with Mark Jones. When committees go bad.
HWOM with Mark Jones. When committees go bad.
Sunday 10th September 2023
Mark Jones shares his 35-year greenkeeping career and his fight for justice after resigning from Morecambe Golf Club on 'Henry Weston's Old Mate'.
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Episode Overview
- Mark Jones shares his 35-year journey in greenkeeping and the challenges faced at Morecambe Golf Club.
- The episode offers a candid conversation about workplace challenges, resilience, and the pursuit of justice.
- Listeners gain insights into the impact of a change in management and the resulting job challenges in the turf industry.
- Mark's experience sheds light on workplace resilience and the complexities of pursuing justice in difficult work situations.
- The episode is an eye-opening conversation about the realities of greenkeeping and the impact of workplace dynamics on individuals.
I didn't win the case, but the judge was incredibly damning of the behavior of the individuals involved. We can talk about that in the next episode. I didn't win the case, but the judge was incredibly damning of the behavior of the individuals involved. We can talk about that in the next episode.
Picture this: you've dedicated 35 years of your life to a profession you love, only to be forced out under circumstances that make you feel like a criminal. That's the story of Mark Jones, a former course manager, who shares his rollercoaster career in greenkeeping on this episode of 'Henry Weston's Old Mate'.
Hosted by Stuart Butler, this conversation dives deep into Mark's journey, from his early days in Manchester to the pivotal moments at Morecambe Golf Club that led him to resign and pursue a case for constructive dismissal. Mark opens up about the emotional toll of being escorted off the premises and the courage it took to fight back. If you've ever faced workplace challenges or questioned management decisions, Mark's story is both relatable and inspiring.
This episode isn't just for those in the turf industry; it's for anyone who's ever had to stand up for themselves in a professional setting. With a mix of humor and heartfelt moments, Stuart and Mark offer a raw look at resilience and justice in the workplace.