Becoming a Principle-Driven Leader: 41 Principles to Build an Enduring Business

Summary

Becoming a Principle-Driven Leader reveals the timeless ideas and proven strategies that turned Koch Industries into a global powerhouse—offering a practical blueprint for anyone who wants to create lasting value through principled leadership.

Ever wonder how Koch became one of the largest private companies in the world? It was by continually transforming itself for more than six decades. Becoming a Principle-Driven Leader tells that story through a powerful, two-generation lens.

In this deeply practical and personal book, Charles and Chase Koch reveal the proven principles that helped turn Koch Inc. into one of the world’s most enduring private companies. They offer a practical blueprint for anyone who aspires to lead in business, their community, or any aspect of their life.

In this deeply practical and personal book, they share 41 proven Principles of Human Progress that powered Koch’s 9,000-fold growth, shaped their philanthropy, and transformed their own lives and leadership.

Tested over 60 years of experimentation, failure, discovery, and continual learning, these principles show how anyone can turn setbacks into success by empowering others and accomplish more than they thought possible. Father and son illustrate this by using real stories from business turnarounds to personal transformation.

Whatever your situation or path, Becoming a Principle-Driven Leader offers a clear and effective framework for turning obstacles into opportunities, unlocking your potential, and applying proven principles to create enduring success.