Podcast appearances and mentions of bernhard kerres

In this conversation, Bernhard Kerres and Richard Bentley explore the transformative journey of coaching, discussing the shift from giving advice to fostering a listening environment. Richard shares his personal experiences, the importance of accreditation, and the role of coaching in leadership. They delve into the significance of empathy, the power of reflection, and the privilege of being a coach while also addressing the growing anxiety among clients in today's world.Richard Bentley is a coach and facilitator at andQFIVE. Bernhard Kerres is the Managing Partner of andQFIVE Coaching. Get in touch, if you are interested in coaching, bouncing off ideas, or simply a coffee.

In this engaging conversation, Roxana Radulescu shares her journey from Romania to becoming a coach in Canada, emphasizing the importance of soft skills in professional development. She discusses the challenges faced by mid-level managers and how coaching can help them navigate their roles effectively. Roxana highlights the significance of intentions in coaching relationships and the continuous learning required in the coaching craft. She also distinguishes coaching from therapy and mentoring, and shares her experiences in developing online leadership courses.Find out more about Roxana, her coaching, and her courses at https://andqfive.coach/roxana-radulescu/ and https://personalskillscoach.com.To learn more about Bernhard Kerres go to ⁠www.bernhardkerres.com⁠ or ⁠www.andqfive.coach/bernhard-kerres⁠.

When you can dream it, you can do it! So, what holds you back? In this episode of Coffee & Coaching, Bernhard Kerres discusses the struggles faced by talented individuals trapped in corporate jobs they dislike. He encourages listeners to reflect on their life choices and financial needs, emphasizing the importance of personal fulfillment over monetary gain. Through the 'bread, butter, and jam' model, he guides listeners to assess their financial requirements and consider what truly brings them happiness. Bernhard advocates for taking proactive steps towards change and suggests seeking coaching for guidance in this journey. To learn more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com or www.andqfive.coach/bernhard-kerres.

Summary In this engaging conversation, Alexandra Deutsch and Bernhard Kerres explore the multifaceted world of coaching, touching on personal journeys, the significance of accreditation, the impact of coaching on clients, and the importance of empowering women in leadership roles. They discuss the challenges faced in coaching, the tools and frameworks used, and share magical moments that highlight the transformative power of coaching. The conversation concludes with insightful questions that provoke deeper thinking and reflection. Alexandra and Bernhard are both coaches with andQFIVE Coaching. Go to www.andqfive.coach to find out more about andQFIVE Coaching. Curious about what coaching feels like? Book a free Discovery Session with any of our coaches. #coaching #leadershipcoaching #supervision #femaleleadership

In this conversation, Bernhard Kerres explores the concept of apologies, particularly focusing on how often individuals, especially women, tend to say 'sorry' in various situations. He encourages listeners to reflect on the necessity of their apologies and to consider whether they are taking responsibility for their actions. Additionally, he discusses the impact of authority in communication, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in how one presents themselves to others. The conversation concludes with a call to action for listeners to reduce unnecessary apologies and to be mindful of their authority in interactions. Find out more about Bernhard Kerres at www.bernhardkerres.com.

In this episode of Coffee & Coaching, Bernhard Kerres discusses the importance of bringing back the human spirit into our daily communication. He highlights the negative impact of fast messages and endless emails on our ability to connect with others truly. Bernhard emphasizes the need for more thoughtful and personal communication, using examples such as ordering coffee in a coffee shop and starting meetings with a coffee ceremony. He encourages listeners to take a step back, consider the other person's perspective before sending a message, and make an effort to be superhuman and kind in their communication. Bernhard is a coach based in Vienna who works with clients worldwide. Interested in working with him? Book a free coffee meeting at https://book.bernhardkerres.com/coffee/.

After ending his singing career, Bernhard never thought much of his voice anymore. However, it is one of his hidden talents that helped him a lot in his career in business and the arts. In this episode of Coffee & Coaching, Bernhard Kerres talks about the power of recognizing and utilizing our hidden talents. Bernhard encourages listeners to explore their own secret talents and not be afraid to pursue them, regardless of societal expectations. The episode ends with an invitation to reach out for further discussion. Bernhard is a coach based in Vienna, Austria, who works with clients worldwide. Among them are C-level executives, business owners, entrepreneurs, scientists, and musicians. To find out more about Bernhard, go to https://www.bernhardkerres.com.

In this episode of Coffee and Coaching, Bernhard Kerres discusses the importance of love and appreciation in our lives. He emphasizes the need to practice self-love and appreciation, as well as expressing love and appreciation towards others. Bernhard suggests starting the day by taking a few minutes to appreciate ourselves and hug ourselves if we're alone or expressing appreciation to our partner if we're with someone. In the evening, he recommends reflecting on three specific things we appreciate about ourselves and sharing them with our partners. Throughout the day, Bernhard encourages sending messages of love and appreciation to friends, family, and colleagues. He concludes by reminding listeners to prioritize love and appreciation over phone usage in the morning. Find out more about Bernhard at https://www.bernhardkerres.com or get the Revibrations App and join the Penguin Club at https://book.bernhardkerres.com/penguin-club-signup/.

In this episode of Coffee and Coaching, Bernhard Kerres explores the connection between the heartbeat and our lives. He discusses how music is linked to our heartbeat and how it can create a sense of connection and unity among people. Kerres also emphasizes the importance of aligning our beats when meeting and collaborating with others. He shares an experiment he conducted where people had conversations with different beats playing in the background, highlighting the impact of beat alignment on team dynamics. Kerres concludes by encouraging listeners to experiment with beats and rhythms in their own lives and relationships. Find your beat: A very slow beat, Grave, 40 bpm: https://open.spotify.com/track/5tc3tMzUCaeZP1i1an6Wd5?si=dc7b2b9b84a2411a Walking at a nice pace, Andante, 72 bpm: https://open.spotify.com/track/7EJ8sJCCYzvIobt937acds?si=3e941c5228384b60 Fast walking, Allegro, 120 bpm: https://open.spotify.com/track/4v9AVVC6oBeGDSSQGit4QI?si=a2f493954c234e93 Running, Vivace, 144 bpm: https://open.spotify.com/track/6qUvJojnr4mXfE8bwF6Bsn?si=d3e50595096a4930 Running fast and impatiently, Presto, 180 bpm: https://open.spotify.com/track/0hPAP8TWvB4iBJJeF5aNbx?si=cd700d491ed048ed Please, don't go any faster, Prestissimo, 208 bpm: https://open.spotify.com/track/05klT4nbPU3Ljq4mw6XT6l?si=c30ef9ec305943bb Don Giovanni And the Finale 1 from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Don Giovanni: https://open.spotify.com/track/3SQWeZG81VGjrt3gCj145g?si=69647e0eb2fb4a69 More about Bernhard Kerres: https://www.bernhardkerres.com

Dr. Blanca Bellak, a coach with a PhD in conflict resolution, discusses her journey from academic research into conflict to coaching and embodiment. She emphasizes the importance of understanding patterns and limiting beliefs and how coaching can help clients overcome them. Blanca shares her motivation to work with women and support them in finding their power and authenticity. She also discusses the impact of neuro-coaching and the use of methods like rapid transformational therapy and hypnosis. Blanca and Bernhard Kerres discuss the importance of accreditation in coaching and the difference between coaching, mentoring, and therapy. Find out more about the ICF Accredited Vienna Coaching Core Course: www.bernhardkerres.com/for-coaches/vienna-coaching-core-course/

Bernhard Kerres shares with you the very secret CCB formula, providing you with endless happiness and unlimited success. Bernhard Kerres is a coach based in Vienna, Austria, who works with clients from around the world. If you are interested in working with him, come for a free Coffee Meeting. Find more about Bernhard on ⁠www.bernhardkerres.com⁠. To find out more about the Penguin Club, go to https://book.bernhardkerres.com/penguin-club-signup/ All the book titles Bernhard read out at the beginning of these episodes are actual books you can buy in any good bookstore.

Bernhard Kerres is an Austrian singer, coach, entrepreneur, co-author of "Be Your Own Manager" and the creator of the "Be Your Own Manager" course, ex-CEO of the Wiener Konzerthaus, he teaches entrepreneurship and mindset in Karlsruhe and Lucerne and much more! On this episode of Career Friday, we talk about Bernhard's unconventional career path, the importance of putting yourself out into the world and being bold, about the "Be Your Own Manager" book and course, money, AI, the musicians' role in today's society and much more! It was a huge pleasure to talk again to Bernhard, who I see as a friend and a mentor, and get an injection of optimism, thought provoking insights and perspectives. Listen for yourselves! To find out more about Bernhard and to sign up to the Be Your Manager newsletter visit www.beyourownmanager.com. To buy the "Be Your Own Manager" book click here. Download the Revibrations App from the Google Play Store or from Apple App Store by clicking on the store of your device. Reach out with questions, suggestions, ideas or comments and support the podcast through a monthly donation. LINKS ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/everything_accordion_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Telegram community: https://t.me/+fYu2orPPIF8xZGE0 WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LCJopLWfu614OmWxXwYu1Q website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ghenadierotari.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/ghenadierotariaccordionist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ghenadie_rotari_accordionist/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/ghenadierotariaccordionist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify Artist page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/54V5A57ed8G3wAeLohSvgR?si=fzW2wlNdTcmT-dBQVV-7RQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Composer's toolkit video course: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ghenadierotari.com/video-on-demand⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Services you can book on my website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 30 minute lesson Book a 60 minute lesson One-on-one career coaching session Virtual coffee Gift cards --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everything-accordion/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everything-accordion/support

In this episode, Bernhard explores the question of whether we are good enough. He discusses the Imposter Syndrome and how it affects our self-perception. Bernhard delves into development psychology and the shift in perception as we grow older. He emphasizes the importance of developing filters to navigate feedback and judgment from others. Bernhard also highlights the need to trust our inner compass and seek guidance from supportive individuals. He concludes by encouraging listeners to silence their inner critic and build a strong support circle. Bernhard Kerres is a coach based in Vienna, Austria, who works with clients from around the world. If you are interested in working with him, come for a free Coffee Meeting. Find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

Sometimes, we resonate with others, and sometimes, we don't. And often, it is a mystery to us why. Bernhard takes the example of music to explain the concept of resonance. Even the best violinist playing the best violin in the world might not resonate with each other. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Find out more about Bernhard at www.bernhardkerres.com. Listen to Christoph Urbanetz playing viola da gamba: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iOcmbWtxdV6gVrveAcUPz?si=42vu4E3PRKuIupCMmdpCHQ

How can we focus on what matters to us in a single day? Bernhard suggests having a morning notebook and scribbling down every morning what really would make a difference for that day. Bernhard Kerres is a coach based in Vienna, Austria. He focuses on leadership, teamwork, entrepreneurship, and career coaching. Find out more about Bernhard at: www.bernhardkerres.com.

Transformational Leadership Journey von 17.4. - 19.4.2024 in Wien

What are you doing when you wake up? Are you also grabbing your phone immediately? Bernhard Kerres suggests spending time on your spiritual, physical, intellectual, and emotional well-being before being drawn into the virtual world of re-acting instead of acting. The book he is referring to is: Sharma, R. S. S. (2018). The 5 Am Club. Jaico Publishing House. You can find it in any good bookstore or on Amazon. To find out more about Bernhard, go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

How can we continue and grow our love and partnership over time? Bernhard Kerres ventures into a territory he usually does not speak about or coach on. Still, he developed a model many people found helpful for developing love partnerships. What do you think about it? What do you think keeps a partnership going over many, many years? Join the conversation on the Revibration App! Find more details on the Revibrations App, which you find in the Google Play and Apple App stores: ⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/revibrations/id1663786578⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqnffcyfp1s.pfyssurc4app

Apple just launched the long-awaited Apple Music Classical app. Since Apple acquired Primephonic in August 2021, we have waited for that. But is a new music app dedicated to classical music the right move? Bernhard Kerres argues that is the wrong move for many reasons - especially because it puts classical music once more in an elitist ivory tower. But there are some lessons to be learned for musicians and people working in classical music. What do you think? Join us on the Revibration App for a candid discussion! You find the Revibration App in the Apple App and Google Play stores.

In the first episode of 2023, Bernhard Kerres talks about the path from student to master. He compares a musician's career with a second adolescence. To become your own artist, you need to redefine your relationship with your teachers and mentors. Find more resources on the brand-new Revibrations App. You find the app on the Apple App and the Google Play stores. There you also have the opportunity to interact with others.  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/revibrations/id1663786578 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqnffcyfp1s.pfyssurc4app

Can you remember the last time you received good feedback? Feedback conversations are often mixed up with appraisals, judgments, mentoring, and other forms of top-down communication. But a good feedback conversation is about "us." Listen to Bernhard Kerres talking about good feedback conversations. Find more details on the Revibrations App, which you find in the Google Play and Apple App stores: ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/revibrations/id1663786578⁠ ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqnffcyfp1s.pfyssurc4app

What is harmony? We all strive for harmony, but we often are content with artificial harmony, simply avoiding conflict. Our brain has the unique ability to put different notes together and hear them in harmony, even if the instruments are entirely out of tune. That also happens in real life. We need to stay away from false harmony and thrive for real, magic harmony. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, Austria, on www.bernhardkerres.com. Feel free to come for a free coffee session in person or via Zoom. These sessions are free of any obligations.

November is a month focusing on men's health. The Movember foundation brings our attention to testicular cancer, prostate cancer, and suicide prevention. In today's episode, Bernhard Kerres talks about Movember's ALEC model: Ask, Listen, Encourage, Check-in. It is a great model for good conversations, especially but not only with men. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, Austria, on www.bernhardkerres.com. Feel free to come for a free coffee session in person or via Zoom. These sessions are free of any obligations.

Bernhard shares his gratitude in this last episode of the El Camino sequence. Seeing the cathedral of Santiago di Compostela after five days of hiking was a unique and intensive moment. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, on www.bernhardkerres.com.

A personal reflection on what makes us as people - body, mind, heart, and spirit. And a reference to The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma: https://amzn.eu/d/cHhwfqw - if you are interested in exploring working with Bernhard Kerres, join him for a free coffee session in Vienna or online (ok, there is also tea…). Book it here: https://book.bernhardkerres.com/coffee/

How often do we actually compete every day? We run to be first at the next street crossing. We want to be first giving a good answer in a meeting. We want to be seen as best among peers from our boss. When walking El Camino competition was there at the beginning. But then it changed. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, on www.bernhardkerres.com.

While walking El Camino to Santiago de Compostela I had the opportunity to think about many subjects. One was another reflection on tempo and the importance of finding our own tempo even among many other people. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, on www.bernhardkerres.com.

With the war in Ukraine, some musicians say they do not understand politics. They use that as an excuse for not standing up for their values. In many countries, music and the arts are protected in the constitution. Does that special protection not mean one should engage even more in the greater good of our communities? If you want to support #musicians4musicians, you can donate generously to: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/help-musicians-ukraine. If you can host musicians, please register at: https://byom.host. Let us contribute to peace, respect, care, and love in our world. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres, go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

The war in Ukraine continues. Coping would mean accepting. Instead of accepting, Bernhard believes that many small steps can lead back to respect and peace. If you want to support Ukrainian musicians, please go to: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/help-musicians-ukraine. The money will be used to buy train tickets, COVID tests, and other basic necessities for refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, on www.bernhardkerres.com.

The war in Ukraine affects so many of us. While our love and care go out to the victims, we deal with our anxiety and fear. Bernhard Kerres shares his personal way of dealing with his helplessness, anxiety, and fear. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, on www.bernhardkerres.com.

Have you ever wondered why there are just so few female guitarists? You will find even fewer female composers whose works are performed. Heike Matthiesen changes both. She is a leading female guitarist who played all over the world. She is also an advocate for female composers. In that role, she is a board member of the Archiv Frau & Musik (Archive of Women in Music). Listen to a conversation with her about the female side of classical music. More about Heike Matthiesen: https://heikematthiesen.com And the Archiv Frau & Musik: https://www.archiv-frau-musik.de/ If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres, go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

Negotiating fees is one of the toughest topics for any musician. Putting a number to us as person does not feel right. And then there is always someone who offers a concert for a lower fee. Bernhard Kerres introduces a different view point on fees and negotiating your contract. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

If there is an AND Meeting, there might as well be a BUT Meeting. Giving all the objections and criticism space and time is important for any idea to develop. But that time and space should be limited and clearly labeled. This allows for a team to see an idea from different perspectives and to work on making it better. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

How often are we sitting in meeting listening to all the objections, criticism, and often outright hostility towards our ideas or suggestions. Let us turn that around and create meetings which are collaborative and, perhaps, even fun. Try out the AND Meeting. Bernhard Kerres introduces the rules and the fun of the AND Meeting and the ways to do it. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

With more and more live concerts happening, Bernhard Kerres is astonished about how "office like" many musicians behave at concerts. He has a simple remedy: smile! If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

One can wine about the decline in classical music audiences or look at the facts. Especially during the COVID19 pandemic, more and more people have turned to classical music. Streaming has long overtaken album sales. It is time for any musician to re-think their recording strategies and be present on all streaming platforms. Stop thinking about albums. Think playlists and share your music! If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

"I am a musician. I am free. I play what I want, when I want, with who I want." - Flutist Veronika Vitazkova in an interview with Bernhard Kerres. Veronika has over 50 different flutes and plays them all. She accepts the challenge to learn playing a new flute within weeks and to perform publicly with it or even record a soundtrack with it. Yes, she studied at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, but instead of going through the narrow - and crowded - door of orchestra auditions, she found a much more fulfilling and fascinating musical life without needing to go through that door. To find out more about Veronika Vitazkova follow her on Instagram or go to her website -> www.veronika-vitazkova.com. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

We have been treating classical music performances stricter than any religious services. Isn't it time to to actually consider the audiences more? Why do people come to a concert? Can one only appreciate music by sitting completely still and silently? Bernhard Kerres ponders these questions in the latest episode of the BYOM Podcast. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

When speaking about orchestras and leadership, the assumption is that orchestra members are highly motivated. They are often not. But they are mostly highly professional. So, the question is, does motivation or professionalism create a great performance? Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

There is just so much we can achieve alone. Science has shown that peer groups are immensely powerful. We have not only implemented in the BYOM community but experienced Working-Out-Loud Groups as well as MasterMinds. In this episode Bernhard Kerres has tips on how to set up your own Successful Musician Group. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

The COVID19 pandemic has made our comfort zones smaller and smaller and smaller. With the world slowly opening up again, it is time for us to increase our comfort zones again, stepping out of them, but without putting us in danger. More about Bernhard Kerres, a Leadership Coach based in Vienna, on www.bernhardkerres.com.

Luckily the world is opening up again. Live concerts are popping up again. A great joy for musicians and audiences. But with all the joy one can not neglect the anxiety of performing in front of a live audience after such a long break. Bernhard Kerres has five steps to overcome that anxiety. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

Many presenters and musicians treat concerts and opera performances almost in a religious way. Only enlightened people are allowed to worship the high art of classical music. The end of the COVID19 pandemic allows us to rethink that. A great first step is observing audience members and listening to them. The book, Bernhard mentions, is Value Proposition Design by Alex Osterwalder & al. -> https://www.strategyzer.com/books/value-proposition-design. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Courses on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

Bettina Aust is an outstanding young clarinetist from Germany. She won several prizes and has performed around the world. Bettina has just released her latest album Fin de Siècle with music from the beginning of the 20th century. Her brother, Robert Aust is the pianist on the recording. In the conversation with Bernhard Kerres, Bettina Aust talks about her new album, her research into female composers, how she coped with COVID19 and more. You find out more about Bettina Aust on her webpage: www.bettina-aust.de. Curious about the upcoming nexTus Festival of the BYOM community? - Check it out: nextus.beyourownmanager.com. If you are interested in the Be Your Own Manager Webinars on career management and entrepreneurship for classical musicians, you find the details here: www.beyourownmanager.com. To find out more about Bernhard Kerres go to www.bernhardkerres.com.

Much has been written about collaborative leadership. Today, Bernhard Kerres introduces a real live case study on the subject. The nexTus Festival is the brainchild of the BYOM Community, a community of musicians who came together in the COVID19 pandemic. They decided to put on a festival. Ten people serve on the festival committee as equals. Over 60 musicians are involved. The planning of the festival started in January 2021, just three months before it is going to open on April 17, 2021. In this conversation, Bernhard Kerres talks to three members of the festival committee about collaborative leadership, what they learned so far on communication, decision making, and other leadership subjects. The guest are soprano Danae Eleni, pianist Isabela Jutrzenka, and software engineer Christian Huppert. Listeners are invited to see for themselves and meet the people behind the festival on four weekends from April 17th to May 9th, 2021. Details can be found at https://nextus.beyourownmanager.com. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

Many executives and managers are overwhelmed by the demand on their diary. They hop from one meeting to the next often ending the day frustrated because they miss the feeling of achievement. Bernhard Kerres has a small exercise which one can build into one's daily routine to increase the focus on what really matters - and to make yourself accountable for it. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

So far we have been talking about being pro-active or re-active as a leader. But, Bernhard Kerres, argues that this does not really cut through to what is needed in today's world. He creates the term of "co-active leadership" encouraging managers and executives to collaborate with their teams and within their eco system. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

Online meetings have taken over with COVID19. They have become our everyday routine. But we often forget that they are very different than physical meetings. Understanding the differences and using the benefits of the digital world can make them highly effective not only during a pandemic but for decades to come. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

Do you also feel bad only getting up at 6 am when you read that all the highly productive people and great leaders get up at 3, 4 or 5 am? Bernhard Kerres questions the correlation between early rising and success. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.

And yet another podcast on Leadership? Bernhard Kerres explains in this first episode why he wanted to create yet another podcast on leadership. Besides running companies from a start-up in Silicon Valley, to a stock-market listed tech company with over EUR 100 mio. turnover in Germany, or the Vienna Concert House, he regularly coaches executives from all industries. In his leadership training he often goes back to his own roots in classical music to explain complex leadership issues. Bernhard Kerres is a sought-after executive coach and keynote speaker based in Vienna, Austria. He was the first opera singer to become a C-level executive of multi-million Euro tech companies. And he was the only artistic director of a world-leading concert house to bring his startup to Silicon Valley. Bernhard coaches executives especially in tech and in consulting, as well as entrepreneurs, business owners, and classical musicians. You find more about Bernhard on www.bernhardkerres.com.