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Find Your Whistle
Four-Time International Whistling Champion Christopher Ullman presents Find Your Whistle , the heartwarming, hilarious, and outrageous journey of a Washington and Wall Street insider who uses his simple gift to touch hearts and change lives. In this sweet and authentic memoir, world whistling champion Christopher Chris Ullman a managing director at one of the world s most powerful private equity firms tells readers how he found, developed, and shares his whistle with big-wig politicians, special needs children, Wall Street billionaires, and more than 400 people on their birthdays every year. Chris inspires readers to find their simple gift - their whistle - and make the world a better place.
256 pages, Hardcover
Published June 6, 2017
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June 5, 2017
Like Love, Music Is A Universal Language
The Sub-title of this book explains the theme: “SIMPLE GIFTS TOUCH HEARTS AND CHANGE LIVE.” In other words, this is not a book about whistling—it’s a lot more than that.
FIND YOUR WHISTLE is about using your personal ability and gifts to touch others. “Everyone has a whistle, large or small, fancy or plain. There's something simple in each of us that can make the world a better place.”
For the author, he happens to be blessed with an unusual musical gift. Chris discovered that music has a special power—like a powerful, but gentle language: “Like love, music is a universal language. And whistling, perhaps second only to the human voice, is the oldest natural instrument.”
Each chapter in the book is an anecdote about the author and one of his many whistling performances. The book starts off in the OVAL OFFICE! There, Chris is whistling for the president and vice-president. He performs Beethoven, as well as the theme from “Lone Ranger.” Other performances include corporate meetings, weddings, and even a funeral. (Where Chris’ wife discreetly gives him the “cut” signal to shorten his performance.)
My favorite part of the book is actually what comes BETWEEN the chapters. Between the chapters are little cameo descriptions of other people who have found their whistle. These one-page cameos are called "A Whistle That Touches My Heart."
For example, one man is a CEO of a ranch. His whistle is his hiring philosophy, which is emphasizing character over skill. Another person is a cyber security consultant. The author explains how this person's enthusiastic creativity influences others.
Do not miss chapter 25, Life Lessons Lip Learned. Here, Chris shares his experience using his gift, and what he has learned. The lessons are
1) Be humble,
2) Be grateful,
3) Be open-minded,
4) Be disciplined.
So all in all, I found FIND YOUR WHISTLE to be an encouraging book, with a great message. The book is easy to read, and I enjoyed reading the anecdotes of the author’s appearances. I love the encouraging tone of the book, and especially the admonition to use our own gifts.
Okay, I guess few of us will ever be invited to the Oval Office to whistle the “Lone Ranger” for the President, but we all have something to offer. I appreciate the encouragement.
I thought this one paragraph summed up the book: “Each one of us is a unique gift from God, with unique skills, desires, opportunities, and challenges. It's up to each of us to make the most of our simple gift, to find, develop, and share our whistles, not keep them undiscovered or bottle up.”
Advance Review Copy courtesy of the publisher.
The Sub-title of this book explains the theme: “SIMPLE GIFTS TOUCH HEARTS AND CHANGE LIVE.” In other words, this is not a book about whistling—it’s a lot more than that.
FIND YOUR WHISTLE is about using your personal ability and gifts to touch others. “Everyone has a whistle, large or small, fancy or plain. There's something simple in each of us that can make the world a better place.”
For the author, he happens to be blessed with an unusual musical gift. Chris discovered that music has a special power—like a powerful, but gentle language: “Like love, music is a universal language. And whistling, perhaps second only to the human voice, is the oldest natural instrument.”
Each chapter in the book is an anecdote about the author and one of his many whistling performances. The book starts off in the OVAL OFFICE! There, Chris is whistling for the president and vice-president. He performs Beethoven, as well as the theme from “Lone Ranger.” Other performances include corporate meetings, weddings, and even a funeral. (Where Chris’ wife discreetly gives him the “cut” signal to shorten his performance.)
My favorite part of the book is actually what comes BETWEEN the chapters. Between the chapters are little cameo descriptions of other people who have found their whistle. These one-page cameos are called "A Whistle That Touches My Heart."
For example, one man is a CEO of a ranch. His whistle is his hiring philosophy, which is emphasizing character over skill. Another person is a cyber security consultant. The author explains how this person's enthusiastic creativity influences others.
Do not miss chapter 25, Life Lessons Lip Learned. Here, Chris shares his experience using his gift, and what he has learned. The lessons are
1) Be humble,
2) Be grateful,
3) Be open-minded,
4) Be disciplined.
So all in all, I found FIND YOUR WHISTLE to be an encouraging book, with a great message. The book is easy to read, and I enjoyed reading the anecdotes of the author’s appearances. I love the encouraging tone of the book, and especially the admonition to use our own gifts.
Okay, I guess few of us will ever be invited to the Oval Office to whistle the “Lone Ranger” for the President, but we all have something to offer. I appreciate the encouragement.
I thought this one paragraph summed up the book: “Each one of us is a unique gift from God, with unique skills, desires, opportunities, and challenges. It's up to each of us to make the most of our simple gift, to find, develop, and share our whistles, not keep them undiscovered or bottle up.”
Advance Review Copy courtesy of the publisher.
December 2, 2025
Find Your Whistle is an inspiring, humorous, and deeply human memoir that invites readers to discover the extraordinary in the seemingly ordinary. Chris Ullman shares his unique journey as a four-time international whistling champion and Wall Street insider, revealing how a simple, joyful talent can connect people, spark laughter, and create meaningful impact in everyday life.
Ullman’s storytelling shines through with warmth, wit, and authenticity. From whistling for politicians and billionaires to sharing his gift with children and friends, he demonstrates how a simple act pursued with passion and consistency can ripple outward, touching lives in ways both profound and surprising. Beyond the clever anecdotes and larger than life experiences, the memoir is grounded in universal lessons about gratitude, presence, and embracing one’s unique talents.
The charm of Find Your Whistle lies in its relatability and optimism. Ullman doesn’t present an unattainable success story; he models joy, persistence, and creativity, showing readers that their own “whistle” whatever small gift or talent they possess can be a force for connection and change.
For readers of uplifting memoirs, personal development, and stories of unconventional talent making a difference, Find Your Whistle is a delightful, heartening read that leaves you smiling and inspired.
Ullman’s storytelling shines through with warmth, wit, and authenticity. From whistling for politicians and billionaires to sharing his gift with children and friends, he demonstrates how a simple act pursued with passion and consistency can ripple outward, touching lives in ways both profound and surprising. Beyond the clever anecdotes and larger than life experiences, the memoir is grounded in universal lessons about gratitude, presence, and embracing one’s unique talents.
The charm of Find Your Whistle lies in its relatability and optimism. Ullman doesn’t present an unattainable success story; he models joy, persistence, and creativity, showing readers that their own “whistle” whatever small gift or talent they possess can be a force for connection and change.
For readers of uplifting memoirs, personal development, and stories of unconventional talent making a difference, Find Your Whistle is a delightful, heartening read that leaves you smiling and inspired.
November 20, 2017
Delightful read by PR professional and international whistling champion Chris Ullman. Each chapter is a small story about simple gifts, or whistles, that "touch hearts and change lives". If you've ever met Chris, this book is a perfect representation of him, his character, and his faith. Wonderfully written with plenty of humor and snippets of wisdom, I would recommend this to anyone, particularly those struggling to find their whistle.
January 19, 2020
A inspirational book. I enjoyed all the stories he shared - and loved the message that we should all look for our special gifts to share with one another. A lovely book from start to end.
March 23, 2022
A feel-good, touching, and interesting read. Chris’ unconventional story makes for a great book.
July 3, 2022
Find Your Whistle
― Chris Ullman
Paperback
June 19, 2017
9:18 P.M.
Every time I finished reading an entire self help book or the like, I am quick to realize that the input were merely generic in toto. But not with this one.
Find Your Whistle is a great self help literary piece and so far the best motivational book I had read in this year 2017! Most of the contents will give you pristine cognizance and an intense desire to find, value, use and share your whistle too. A very few shoddy parts were forgivable so I am rating it 4 stars.
I found my whistle and yours is for you to find out!
― Chris Ullman
Paperback
June 19, 2017
9:18 P.M.
Every time I finished reading an entire self help book or the like, I am quick to realize that the input were merely generic in toto. But not with this one.
Find Your Whistle is a great self help literary piece and so far the best motivational book I had read in this year 2017! Most of the contents will give you pristine cognizance and an intense desire to find, value, use and share your whistle too. A very few shoddy parts were forgivable so I am rating it 4 stars.
I found my whistle and yours is for you to find out!
November 15, 2017
Loved this story! The message is loud and clear....find your whistle and share it to bless others. To Chris Ullman....find an illustrator and create a children's book! I will share it with lots of kids in my church library, and I will use this adult book with a book group very,soon. It is fun, interesting, and important. And my whistle is sharing great books like this one!
April 10, 2017
Mr. Ullman's book is an endearing, quick and delightful read. His thoughtful, oftentimes funny, vignettes will leave you smiling from ear to ear and warm your heart.
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May 8, 2019A wonderful, engaging memoir that will make you laugh and cry (in a good way) as Chris Ullman shares his journey of becoming a world whistling champion and the positive impact one person can make in the sharing of their gift. An uplifting tale encouraging us all to find our whistle.
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