Beyond The Green: Building Wealth, Purpose, and Legacy Through the Wisdom of Golf

Success often looks complete from the outside. But beneath the achievements, some of the most important conversations about wealth, purpose, and legacy still lie ahead.After years of debilitating chronic pain from trigeminal neuralgia—and the life-changing brain surgery that followed—Craig M. Haba, CFP®, was forced to confront his own mortality. In the process, he gained a deeper appreciation for the structure, preparation, and support he had already put in place. Just as importantly, he realized how many people move through life without that same foundation. That realization became the spark behind this book.Through a defining father-son golf journey—from the Sea Island Golf Performance Center to the iconic 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass—Beyond the Green draws unexpected parallels between the course and life, exploring the importance of preparation, disciplined decision-making, and trusted guidance in building and protecting what matters most.Blending personal story, client-inspired examples, and practical reflection points, this book invites you to think differently about money, priorities, and the choices that shape your future. Because building wealth is only part of the equation. The deeper goal is to live with greater intention, make wiser decisions, and move forward with confidence before life forces the issue.Whether you're just beginning that conversation or want to deepen it, Beyond The Green makes one simple case:The best moments don't happen by accident. Neither does the legacy behind them. Read more