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February 17, 2025 β€’ 44 mins

πŸ”₯ Don't Get Left Behind-Stay Ahead in the AI Revolution!

πŸ”₯ If you're a CEO, executive, entrepreneur, or rising leader, this episode is packed with insights that will help you stay indispensable in a world increasingly driven by AI. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Maureen Metcalf, CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute and host of a leading NPR podcast, to explore the seismic shifts AI is bringing to leadership.

Can AI replace CEOs?

Will automation render human leaders obsolete? More importantly-how do YOU stay relevant? The Rise of Humanness, hosts Mike and Chris dive deep with Maureen to discuss –– as AI accelerates and automation reshapes industries, how can leaders avoid obsolescence and harness their irreplaceable human edge? And what does it takes to lead in an new AI-driven world.

πŸ’‘ "It's not AI that's taking your job-it's people who have mastered AI that will." – Maureen Metcalf Maureen shares game-changing insights on balancing automation with human-centric leadership, fostering antifragile resilience, and why the most successful leaders of tomorrow will master adaptability, intuition, and innovation. This is a must-listen for executives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to future-proof their career in the age of AI.

πŸ“Œ Key Topics Discussed:

βœ… How AI is reshaping leadership and decision-making

βœ… The difference between resilient and antifragile leaders

βœ… Why human-centric leadership is the future of work

βœ… How to leverage AI while amplifying your irreplaceable human skills

βœ… Practical strategies to navigate VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity)

βœ… The top 10 leadership traits essential for AI-driven organizations

βœ… Why "failing fast" and experimenting are the keys to innovation Timestamps for Easy Navigation

πŸ”Ή 00:00 - Intro | Welcome to The Rise of Humanness-AI vs. Human Leadership

πŸ”Ή 01:00 - Meet Maureen Metcalf | CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute & NPR Podcast Host

πŸ”Ή 02:30 - AI's Impact on Leadership | Will AI replace executives?

πŸ”Ή 04:00 - The Story of a Leader Who Didn't Adapt | Lessons from a corporate shakeup

πŸ”Ή 07:00 - From Resilience to Antifragile Leadership | Why resilience isn't enough anymore

πŸ”Ή 10:30 - Human-Centric Leadership in the Age of AI | What it means & why it matters

πŸ”Ή 12:00 - The 2025 AI Prediction Debate | Is AI taking over faster than we think?

πŸ”Ή 15:00 - The Top 20% Rule | Why AI will never replace top human potential

πŸ”Ή 18:00 - Training the Next Generation of Leaders | How companies must evolve

πŸ”Ή 22:00 - The Power of Experimentation Over Failure | The scientific mindset for leaders

πŸ”Ή 26:00 - How AI is Reshaping Decision-Making | Spock vs. Captain Kirk leadership styles

πŸ”Ή 30:00 - Data vs. Intuition in Leadership | The right balance for success

πŸ”Ή 34:00 - The Future of Work: 3.5-Day Workweeks? | Will AI finally reduce work hours?

πŸ”Ή 38:00 - The Ultimate Leadership Anthem | Eye of the Tiger? Welcome to the Jungle?

πŸ”Ή 40:00 - Where to Find Maureen | Connect with her for more insights!

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