What does it take to lead when conditions are unpredictable, the stakes are high, and the path forward is unclear?

Few leaders have experienced the challenges of crisis, complexity, and uncertainty at the level of Retired Brigadier General Thomas Kolditz. Throughout his career, Tom has led organizations across four continents, commanded thousands of troops, and studied what makes leaders successful when the stakes are highest.

Combining decades of military leadership, psychology research, and executive coaching experience, Tom brings a rare perspective on what it takes to lead when the future is uncertain and decisions carry significant consequences.

His upcoming book, Against the Storm: How True Leaders Prevail When the World Shakes, releasing September 15, 2026, explores the leadership challenges of navigating an increasingly unpredictable world. His newest keynote, Leading in Uncertain Times, brings these insights to audiences with practical lessons for today’s leaders.

Pre-order Against the Storm today.

LEADING IN UNCERTAIN TIMES

Current levels of uncertainty, historically unprecedented and globally widespread, create unique challenges for leaders. All leaders and followers are impacted. Extending from his 2026 book, Against the Storm: How True Leaders Prevail When the World Shakes, Tom Kolditz presents how leaders can transform uncertainty into opportunity, hope, and continuous achievement.

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