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“THE LEADERSHIP ANTHEM is a call-and-response from music to leadership. This intensely valuable leadership framework offers unique and compelling concepts to move your leadership practice to the next level.”

Dr. Nancy Tennant, University of Chicago Booth School of Business
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"Our organization is a frequent flier for his music-based keynotes and workshops that bring leaders out of their day-to-days to contemplate their leadership in a new context that is relatable, engaging, and inspiring.”

Bob Cappadona, President and CEO, Veolia North America
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"The best leaders must listen to diverse perspectives. They use their eyes, ears, and brain to understand what’s being said beyond what’s explicitly stated. THE LEADERSHIP ANTHEM rightly defines listening as the core of leadership.”

Chad Ruffin, MD, Cochlear Implant Surgeon and ENT
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“In THE LEADERSHIP ANTHEM, Stephen Kohler has masterfully woven his love of music with his passion for executive coaching. What’s emerged is a groundbreaking approach to leadership development that hits every note!”

Chris Stephen, formerly of Weber-Stephen Products
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“Leading with values and vibes is everything. Stephen Kohler has tapped into this truth and uses music as an accessible way to explore and develop these critical motivators.”

Matt McConnell. founder and co-CEO, Intradiem
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"Whether you see yourself as a Composer, Conductor, Performer, Producer, or Fan, you will find inspiration, encouragement, and motivation within the pages of THE LEADERHSIP ANTHEM.”

Liam Davis, five-time Grammy-nominated Producer
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"Using clear and practical case histories, Kohler repeatedly left me nodding my head as he made meaningful and impactful connections between musical ensembles and corporate team dynamics.”

Ameet Mallik, president and CEO, ADC Therapeutics
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“THE LEADERSHIP ANTHEM taps into a unique musical method for learning the foundational skills of leadership. This book emphasizes the skills leaders need to succeed in this new era of work.”

Don Vanpool, former General Electric Executive
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“I appreciate THE LEADERSHIP ANTHEM’s ensemble paradigm for its ability to clearly demonstrate that all roles are critical and each one of us is a leader serving in different capacities."

Chris Schyvinck, CEO, Shure Incorporated
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How Listening Like a Musician Creates Strong Performances

Drawing on the principles of music, The Leadership Anthem is a creative and instructive approach for business leaders on how to successfully lead in a world filled with disruption.

Seasoned executive and musician Stephen Kohler blends his talents from these diverse worlds to create a new vision for transformational leadership. Like the power of your favorite song, The Leadership Anthem inspires leaders of all levels to love the art of driving team culture and performance.

Drawing on years in boardrooms, as an executive coach, and as a musician, Kohler takes you on a lyrical journey of replacing the top-down corporate structure with his Ensemble Model, a valuable team approach for future-looking workplaces. Pairing unique stories from the musical trenches with case studies, Kohler’s fresh perspective is both creative and illuminating.

Leaders will connect with the music-filled take on skills like active listening, collaboration, and agility—and learn how to lead from rehearsal to the big stage.

“You will find an abundance of material in this book that is relevant to your life and leadership.”

— Harry L. Davis, Roger L. and Rachel M. Goetz
Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Creative Management at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business

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