Chris Ullman on Finding Your Purpose in Life and Leadership

Liberty and Leadership

Join Roger in this week's Liberty + Leadership Podcast as he speaks with communications expert, author, and world-champion whistler Chris Ullman. Roger and Chris discuss Chris' new book, "Four Billionaires and a Parking Attendant," his time working in communications in Washington, and the valuable life lessons he’s learned along the way.
Chris shares his insight about how a clear purpose in life can serve as a compass for navigating life's turbulent waters, and the role personal branding plays in professional success. Also, stay tuned for the end of the conversation when Chris serenades listeners with a surprise whistling tune!
Chris Ullman is the founder and president of Ullman Communications and former managing director at The Carlyle Group. He also served as the director of communications for the U.S. Office of Management and Budget and the director of public affairs for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Chris is the author of two books, "Four Billionaires and a Parking Attendant" and "Find Your Whistle." He is a four-time national and international whistling champion and has performed with major symphony orchestras, whistled for President George W. Bush in the Oval Office, and whistled the National Anthem at major league sporting events. Chris earned a master’s degree in political science from Binghamton University.
In 2023, Chris was elected to the TFAS Board of Trustees. He previously served on the TFAS Board of Regents from 2017-2023, and he has served as a volunteer, mentor, guest speaker, internship host for TFAS students since 2001.
The Liberty + Leadership Podcast is hosted by TFAS President Roger Ream and produced by kglobal. This episode was recorded at Reason Magazine’s podcast studio. If you have a comment or question for the show, please drop us an email at [email protected].
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Chapters

1. Finding Success and Happiness (00:00:00)

2. Purpose and Branding for Career Success (00:09:19)

3. Lessons on Success and Achievement (00:24:11)

4. The Power of Networking and Openness (00:40:59)