In this episode of Leadership: The Secret Sauce, we sit down with executive coach, author, and founder of Blue Horizon Solutions, Shelli Hendricks, for a conversation that’s full of honesty, metaphor, and sharp insight.
Shelli shares how a lifetime of playing catcher shaped her unique leadership style—seeing the whole field, calling the plays, and helping others shine. Whether she’s working with senior leaders or emerging entrepreneurs, her approach is rooted in perspective, clarity, and feedback that sticks.
We talk about:
- How her catcher mindset informs her coaching philosophy
- Why perspective—not perfection—is the secret to growth
- Using feedback tools like 360s to surface blind spots and align leadership intent
- The difference between self-reflection and real, external perspective
- Where her best writing ideas come from (hint: it’s not a boardroom)
- How gardening, softball, and change management all show up in her coaching
Whether you’re leading a team, coaching one, or navigating feedback you’re not sure how to digest—this episode offers a fresh way to look at what leadership can be.
Perfect for listeners interested in:
Executive coaching, coaching metaphors, 360 feedback, leadership development, coaching presence, stakeholder engagement, and change leadership.
💬 Want to connect with Shelli?
Find her at Blue Horizon Solutions, subscribe to her blog, or schedule a virtual coffee at https://bluehorizon.coach/contact
🔗 Resources mentioned in this episode:
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
“It’s Your Business. Lead It.” podcast
Shelli’s newsletter at https://bluehorizon.coach/blog
👉 If this episode gave you something new to see, or reminded you to ask better questions—pass it on. Coaching is a team sport.
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