Benjamin Zander is the conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra,
he is an inspirational teacher who powerfully portrays and shares his
secrets of success in developing people to exceed their full potential.
Often introduced as a motivational speaker, although Ben prefers to be
called a transformational speaker, he is now fast gaining a 'guru' status
in being one of the most effective speakers on the international circuit.
His world class reputation in corporate circles did not come from standing
behind a lectern, his presentations are as energetic as they are thought
provoking. He takes business leaders and executives into his world of
the conductor, enlightening people on the values of Leadership, Empowerment,
Teamwork, Customer Focus and Creative Possibility, using memorable and
powerful 'distinctions'.
Ben uses his incredible ability to communicate plus his
passion for music to illustrate his principles for success to flourish.
He recognises the talents and skills in each individual and talks to the
full potential in people to provide them with the basis both to change
and to be fulfilled in their work. An environment is then created where
everyone's contribution is understood to be vital to the overall performance.
In his seminars he uses the metaphor of the conductor as a leader but
he distances himself from the traditional image of the conductor as an
all-powerful figure, dominating the orchestra and bending them to his
will. "It's not a question of how much power you can hoard for yourself
but how much you can give away and share".
Ben Zander is probably the most inspirational and life affirming person
you are ever likely to meet, a man who encourages us to seize the day
and life's opportunities, a man who exudes a joy for living, and if mistakes
are made exclaims 'how fascinating'.
"If you want to liberate your soul, listen to Zander's
Mahler. If you want to take your leadership skills to the next level,
study the Art of Possibility with the Zanders. In his presentation Ben
explodes traditional leadership thinking and takes leadership out of the
closet. He blows the door WITH its hinges off that closet, and you can
never go back after working with Ben. His leadership view is unconventional,
irreverent and bold. Its impact is without boundaries. I have seen Ben
Zander's teaching transform entire teams through Possibility in ways that
are nothing short of magical with results that are nothing short of exemplary.
He is a catalyst for Excellence."
Roseanna DeMaria
First Vice President, Leadership & Performance
Merrill Lynch
"Ben Zander's presentation was, literally,
the most important contribution I've ever heard at a conference. Not only
the music and the wit and the sheer fun, but the profound insights and
wisdom. A moving and memorable occasion for all present. This was a breakthrough
event in corporate creativity."
John Humble,
Leading Business Consultant,
Director of Mint Corporation,
Dun & Bradstreet Ltd.
