
Hit 'Em Straight Podcast
Hosted by entrepreneurs Shawn Dill and Christian Galt, the Hit Em Straight Podcast is where golf meets life and business. Each episode blends real stories from the fairway with the challenges of leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
Shawn and Christian use the game of golf—its etiquette, rivalries, camaraderie, and unexpected conflicts—as a mirror for life’s biggest lessons. From handling misunderstandings with grace to leading with confidence under pressure, every story teed up on the podcast reveals practical insights you can take back to your business, relationships, and personal journey.
Expect humor, honesty, and plenty of “golf meets life” moments as they share experiences, trade stories, and remind us that whether in golf or business, it’s not about perfection—it’s about how you handle the game.
Hit 'Em Straight Podcast
Life Lessons from the Golf Course: Navigating Conflict and Etiquette
This episode explores the valuable life lessons learned through golf, focusing on conflict resolution and understanding proper etiquette. Christian shares a personal story about an early golfing mistake where he unknowingly disrupted a couples' tournament, leading to an important lesson on communication and humility. He also recounts another incident where he had to confront a head pro for inappropriate handling of a situation, highlighting the importance of standing up for oneself and leading with good intentions. Through these stories, the episode underscores how experiences on the golf course can offer profound insights applicable to business and personal growth.
00:00 Introduction to Life Lessons in Golf
00:11 A Memorable First Day on the Golf Course
00:46 Welcome to the Podcast
01:58 The Importance of Golf Etiquette
03:03 The Confrontation with Bob
05:44 Making Amends with Bob
11:06 The Golf Classic and Pace of Play
15:24 Another Run-In with a Head Pro
16:53 Handling Perception vs. Reality
17:31 A Golf Event Gone Awry
19:08 Confronting the Bully
20:45 Reflecting and Making Amends
22:43 Life Lessons from Golf
29:00 Navigating Etiquette and Intentions
36:54 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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