Certified Executive Coach, CEO of Audira Labs, & Author of "The Leadership Anthem: How Listening Like a Musician Creates Strong Performances"
Stephen J. Kohler Biography
Stephen Kohler, founder & CEO of Audira Labs, helps leaders, teams, and organizations amplify their leadership potential through transformative executive coaching and experiential team workshops. With over 25 years of executive-level global leadership experience in various industries, Kohler brings a wealth of insights and proven strategies to his clients.
Kohler’s mission is to empower leaders to create the change they seek in professional development, collaboration, or strategic alignment. He asks powerful questions, challenges assumptions, and supports objectives. His credentials include an MBA from University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business, a BA in philosophy from Northwestern University, and he is a certified Professional Coach (PCC. CPCC) and Balanced Scorecard Professional (BSP).
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Stephen J. Kohler Speaking Topics
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Amplifying Human Connection in a Digitally Disconnected World
As AI and automation increasingly dominate, the old top-down, transactional ways of leading no longer work. This talk would challenge leaders to focus on building genuine human connection and emotional intelligence as the key leadership skills of the future.
Key Takeaways:
Why traditional management techniques fail in a world driven by AI and automation.
The need for leaders to prioritize connection and empathy in a digitally overloaded environment.
How leaders can adapt by integrating emotional intelligence with tech advancements.
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Breaking the Leadership Mold: Innovating in a Post-Hierarchy World
The rigid, hierarchical leadership structures of the past no longer foster innovation and agility. This talk challenges leaders to break away from outdated models and embrace new, flexible ways of leading, focusing on collaboration, adaptability, and fluid roles. Music serves as a metaphor, where leaders must sometimes step back and let others take the lead.
Key Takeaways:
Why the old top-down, control-based leadership models no longer work.
Utilizing the principles of music to improvise (like the best musicians do).
Learning how to actively listen versus passively listen.
How to foster a culture of collaboration and adaptability without rigid hierarchies.
Leading in a flat, decentralized, and remote-first work environment.
How the power of listening unleashes the power to lead.
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Stephen J. Kohler is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Author, Business Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Human Resources, Leadership, Music, Personal Growth, Teamwork & Teambuilding, TED -
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Stephen J. Kohler is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Amplifying Human Connection in a Digitally Disconnected World, Breaking the Leadership Mold: Innovating in a Post-Hierarchy World , Leading with Humanity: The New Leadership Imperative in the Age of AI, Cross-Generational Leadership: Harmonizing Diverse Voices in the New Workforce and The Courage to Break Corporate Norms: Leading with Authenticity and Innovation . The estimated speaking fee range to book Stephen J. Kohler for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Stephen J. Kohler generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kelly Meerbott, Jason Dorland, Tara LaFon Gooch, MBA, Crystal Kadakia and Gregg Ward. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Stephen J. Kohler for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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