Top Golf Advisor Editorial Policy

Effective Date: August 10, 2023

1. Introduction:


The editorial policy of Top Golf Advisor outlines the guidelines and standards for creating, reviewing, and publishing content on our website. This policy ensures accuracy, fairness, and transparency in all the content we provide to our users. All individuals involved in the content creation process are expected to adhere to this policy.

2. Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Founder: Barry McKinney
  • Content Editor: Nick Jensen
  • Product Reviewer: Sheryl Paul

3. Editorial Principles:


Our editorial team is committed to upholding the following principles:

  • Accuracy: Content must be accurate, reliable, and factually correct. Sources should be verified, and any factual claims should be supported by credible evidence.
  • Fairness: Content should be unbiased, balanced, and objective. Different perspectives and viewpoints should be considered when relevant.
  • Transparency: Any potential conflicts of interest, affiliations, or partnerships that could affect content should be disclosed to the audience.
  • Quality: We strive for high-quality content that is well-researched, informative, and engaging.
  • Ethics: All content must adhere to ethical standards, respect copyright and intellectual property rights, and avoid plagiarism.
  • User-Centric: Our primary focus is to provide value to our users. Content should address their interests, needs, and concerns.

4. Content Creation and Review:

  • Founder (Barry McKinney):
  • Provides overall strategic direction and guidance for the website’s content.
  • Ensures that the editorial policy is followed and maintains the quality of the content.
  • Content Editor (Nick Jensen):
  • Oversees the content creation process, including assigning topics and reviewing drafts.
  • Edits and proofreads content for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to the editorial policy.
  • Collaborates with authors to improve content quality and ensure consistency.
  • Product Reviewer (Sheryl Paul):
  • Conducts thorough and unbiased reviews of golf-related products and services.
  • Follows a standardized review process that includes testing, evaluating, and providing an honest assessment.
  • Ensures that reviews are based on personal experience and factual information.

5. Editorial Process:

  • Content Development:
  • Topics are selected based on relevance, user interests, and trending golf-related subjects.
  • Content is created in a clear, informative, and engaging manner, focusing on providing value to the audience.
  • Review and Approval:
  • All content, including articles and product reviews, goes through a review and editing process.
  • The content editor ensures that content aligns with the editorial policy and maintains high standards.
  • Fact-Checking:
  • Content should be factually accurate and well-researched. Sources should be cited where necessary.
  • Claims and statistics should be verified before publication.

6. Disclosure and Transparency:


Any potential conflicts of interest, affiliations, or sponsorships related to the content must be disclosed to the audience. If a piece of content is sponsored, this information should be clearly stated within the content.

7. Corrections and Updates:


In case of errors, inaccuracies, or updates, corrections will be promptly made to ensure accurate information is provided to our users. An update history or note will be added to reflect changes.

8. Feedback and Suggestions:


We encourage feedback from our users to continually improve our content. Users can provide feedback through the provided contact channels.

9. Contact Information:


For inquiries related to our editorial policy or any concerns regarding our content, please contact us at info@topgolfadvisor.com.

This editorial policy is subject to periodic review and updates to ensure it remains relevant and effective in guiding our content creation and publication process.