Welcome to episode five of the Doneson podcast! Taking it back to one of the original classics, today we're exploring the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. A child prodigy pianist who was composing at the age of five and had written over fifteen pieces of music by the time he was a teenager, Mozart was a musical genius. His complex understanding of music exceeded the skills of many adults and accomplished composers of the day and in years since. From concertos to operas, Mozart left a legacy of music to the world, that is still revered to this day. However, his personal life was the complete opposite of his successful career. He suffered from borderline personality disorder that left him prone to fits of anger and uncontrolled behavior. With a drinking problem and the tendency to overspend, he had to lean on extended family for financial support. Mozart was often consumed with feelings of emptiness and sorrow despite his musical accomplishments. What kind of leader does this make him? Listen to the full episode to find out!
