33 Quotes by Benjamin Zander

I have a definition of success. For me it’s very simple. It’s not about wealth and fame and power. It’s about how many shining eyes I have around me.

The conductor of an orchestra doesn’t make a sound. He depends, for his power, on his ability to make other people powerful.

When you make a mistake, throw your hands in the air and say “How fascinating!”

Live the rest of your life in possibility.

Everybody loves classical music they just don’t know about it yet.

In the measurement world, we set a goal and strive to achieve it. In the universe of possibility, we set the context and let life unfold.

This is the moment – this is the most important moment right now. Which is: We are about contribution. That’s what our job is. It’s not about impressing people. It’s not about getting the next job. It’s about contributing something.

If you make a mistake, celebrate.

The job of the leader is to speak to the possibility.