The Mike Litton Experience

The Mike Litton Experience


Sherri Coale: Finding Substance Over Superficiality | The Compost Pile & Authentic Leadership

August 27, 2025

In this inspiring episode of The Mike Litton Experience, former University of Oklahoma Hall of Fame women’s basketball coach Sherri Coale joins us to share her wisdom on leadership, authenticity, and the pursuit of substance over superficiality.

After stepping away from an incredible career in college coaching, Sherri has become a bestselling author, blogger, and speaker. Her latest book, The Compost Pile, reminds us that life’s most meaningful lessons often come from tension, sacrifice, and paying attention to what really matters.

In this conversation, you’ll discover:
Why choosing substance over noise changes everything
How tension shapes every worthwhile pursuit—whether in leadership, parenting, or competition
The power of discipline and storytelling through her weekly blog A Way of Life
What makes Sherri’s writing—and her life—deeply authentic and resonant
Where to find her book and how to get a personalized copy