“A Symphony of Choices is a timely resource full of practical tools and real examples that will help you build the knowledge and skills to thrive in a project‐driven world.

Antonio Nieto‐Rodriguez, World Champion in Project Management, Thinkers50, Director PMO, PMI Fellow and Past Chair; professor, author, executive coach

“We live today in a hyperconnected world that reflects the old expression that, when a butterfly flaps its wings in the East, it causes chaos in the West, and vice versa! Gerald has written the business parable that beautifully guides you through the challenges of successfully implementing projects and initiatives. More importantly, it provides you with the tools and tips to succeed. A must‐read.”

Robin Speculand, Specialist in Strategy and Digital Implementation; co‐author of the Strategy Implementation Playbook and author of the World's Best Bank

“If you had to choose one book on managing projects and portfolios in the new digital world, A Symphony of Choices by Gerald Leonard is it. Gerald provides lessons learned from the pandemic. He is real, and he knows that our personal and work buckets often combine, and he provides many tips on how to prioritize and execute your plans effectively. You will learn how to be more proactive and less reactive. Gerald will coach you on how to start using the windshield more to focus forward and anticipate what is coming around the bend. For a project management book, it is a real page‐turner.”

Joe Rose, Chairman, Turnberry Solutions

“Gerald’s A Symphony of Choices definitely strikes a chord for those of us struggling to manage our customers, our bosses, our teams, and the omnipresent ‘unknowns.’ He takes a realistic perspective on coping with the real‐world challenges that make up the juggling of expectations, time, money, and personalities. The orchestral analogy provides a simple common context that affords even the novice an opportunity to see how portfolio management can be done while at the same time providing insight for the veteran practitioner.”

Carl Pritchard, 2019 PMI Global Eric Jennet “Best of the Best” award winner

“Gerald’s passion for music and expertise in project management shines in his latest book, A Symphony of Choices. This engaging story follows the relatable journey of one who feels overwhelmed, faces challenges, struggles with urgencies, navigates uncertainties, formulates strategies, and ultimately implements successful initiatives that help transform the organization and deliver meaningful results. The timely lessons delightfully conveyed in this approachable business parable are applicable and transferable to most any industry.”

Rob Tieman, PE, PMP, Director of VDOT Project Management; Office/Chair of AASHTO Technical Committee on Project Management

“I highly recommend A Symphony of Choices. It is by far the best business book I have ever read. Gerald Leonard has given us a complete course in business management that can be adapted to any business in a most compelling story. Brilliant!”

Bobbie Stevens, PhD, Founder and CEO, Unlimited Futures, LLC

“Executing on strategy requires effective decision‐making around essential priorities and important deadlines. But management of the big picture must be in everyone’s awareness, not just a task that gets handed off to a project manager. Gerald Leonard brings a fresh approach to demystifying the critical skills of project management and problem‐solving for anyone in business. Mr. Leonard’s gift for crafting an entertaining narrative combines with his years of expertise in corporate leadership in his insightful new book.”

Paul R. Scheele, PhD, CEO of Scheele Learning Systems; author of Natural Brilliance and Drop Into Genius

“A Symphony of Choices is an intersection of music meets project, program, and portfolio management. A practical read with useful tips and helpful stories to give the project professional a great resource to have on their shelf.”

Dr. Michael O'Connor, 2021 PMOGA PMO Leader of the Year for the Americas and World Award Winner, 2021 PMI Eric Jenett “Best of the Best” Award Winner; Senior Research Program Director, Program Management, Medtronic

“Gerald Leonard’s brilliance is that rare combination of hypercreativity, shown in both his writing and virtuoso musicianship, and high organizational, business, process, and project management skills. This book is a beautiful parable containing insights, strategies, and processes for project management directed at the achievement of big goals! I highly recommend A Symphony of Choices!”

Mike Rayburn, CSP, CPAE, Speaker Hall of Fame, TED Talks; multi‐award‐winning artist

“A Symphony of Choices is an insightful, engaging, yet practical approach to executing effective decision‐making around demanding priorities and essential deadlines. Gerald Leonard has done it again. He has captured an engaging story wrapped in his years of experience as a professional musician, providing wisdom that any business leader can understand and use immediately.”

Bill Cates, CSP, CPAE, author of Radical Relevance and Beyond Referrals