Welcome to Wobble
Coaching, Training and Consulting
Welcome to Wobble
Coaching, Training and Consulting
About Shalini Madan Benson, Wobble's Principal
I’m a creative, curious and kind mother of three, spouse, daughter, nonprofit Board Member, small business owner, leadership coach and friend. I am also a first generation Indian American with a healthy dose of New Jersey-born pride. My name is pronounced “SHA-lyn-ee,” and my pronouns are “she” and “her.”
I have 25+ years of experience in the federal, private and nonprofit sectors in leadership roles of progressively greater responsibility, including managing teams of 50+ people and budgets over $5 billion. My firsthand experience transforming leaders and teams can help you through coaching, training or consultation.
I started Wobble in 2021 as a way to help develop others and give back. I'd be delighted to learn more about you and / or your organization and see how I can support you in your "wobble."
Why "Wobble"?
Sometimes someone says something that sticks with you. That's how Wobble got its name.
My yoga teacher Audrey at Power in Breath Yoga would tell our class, "the work is in the wobble." She meant that wherever you reach your personal limit—that's where you wobble, and that's where learning happens.
At your limit, you have choices: lean in, grow stronger, and risk falling. Or play it safe, make the pose easier, and keep your balance. The safe route won't make you fall, but it won't make you grow either.
It struck me as the perfect metaphor for coaching.
I chose "Wobble" because I want to help people lean in, grow, and feel supported while they do it. Our rooted tree logo captures this—trees aren't actually stationary, though we perceive them to be. A tree's growth depends on strong roots (like people and organizations grounded in values), flexibility in changing conditions (bending without breaking through storms), and constant adaptation with the seasons.
Certifications
International Coaching Federation, Professional Certified Coach
Leadership Circle Profile practicitioner