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Ep 59: Navigating Modern Leadership to Drive Human-Centric AI with Phil Wilson

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Bob Pulver speaks with leadership expert Phil Wilson about the evolving landscape of leadership in the age of AI. They discuss the intersection of technology and leadership, the impact of AI on the labor market, and the importance of human creativity in storytelling. Wilson shares insights from his career as a labor lawyer and leadership consultant, emphasizing the need for leaders to adapt to technological changes while maintaining a focus on human skills and creativity. Phil and Bob explore the transformative potential of AI in creative writing, leadership development, and organizational success. They discuss how AI can serve as a thought partner, augmenting human creativity and helping to find connections in vast amounts of data. The importance of authenticity in leadership and the need for organizations to invest in their leaders for better outcomes are emphasized throughout the discussion.


Keywords

leadership, AI, labor market, technology, creativity, job transformation, human skills, automation, storytelling, future of work, AI, creative writing, leadership, authenticity, thought partner, organizational success, technology, innovation, productivity


Takeaways

  • AI is transforming leadership and productivity.
  • The labor market is facing a shortage of workers.
  • Technology can replace mundane tasks, freeing humans for higher-value work.
  • Leadership must adapt to the changing landscape of work.
  • Human creativity cannot be replaced by AI.
  • AI can assist in generating ideas and scenarios for training.
  • The importance of storytelling in leadership and creativity.
  • AI's impact on job roles and responsibilities is significant.
  • Leaders need to understand technology literacy.
  • The future of work will require a balance between technology and human skills. 
  • AI can generate initial drafts to overcome creative blocks.
  • Many AI-generated ideas may be subpar, but some can be valuable.
  • AI can help identify connections between disparate ideas.
  • Leaders need to invest in their development for better organizational outcomes.
  • Authentic relationships are crucial for effective leadership.
  • AI can assist in practicing difficult conversations for leaders.
  • Using AI can free up time for leaders to connect with their teams.
  • AI can help summarize and filter relevant research papers.
  • Organizations benefit from leaders who are approachable and engaged.
  • AI can enhance the efficiency of content creation and repurposing.


    • Sound Bites

    • "AI makes the jobs easier."
    • "AI can't replace human creativity."
    • "The creative process is uniquely human."
    • "AI can help find connections."
    • "The potential is just unlimited."
    • "AI as a thought partner."
    • "Authenticity is key in leadership."
    • "There's a lot of promise for leaders."

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      Chapters

      00:00 Introduction to Leadership and AI

      03:04 The Impact of AI on Leadership

      05:59 Navigating the Labor Market Changes

      09:00 The Role of Technology in Job Transformation

      12:02 Human Creativity vs. AI

      15:09 The Creative Process and AI's Role

      17:58 Refining Ideas with AI

      28:16 Harnessing AI for Creative Writing

      30:30 Augmenting Human Thought with AI

      32:26 Finding Connections in Data

      36:33 The Role of AI in Leadership Development

      40:52 AI as a Thought Partner

      43:29 Authenticity in Leadership

      51:53 Investing in Leadership for Organizational Success


      Phil Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pbwilson

      LRI Consulting: http://lrionline.com

      Leader Shift Playbook: https://yourleadershift.com


      For advisory work and marketing inquiries:

      Bob Pulver: https://linkedin.com/in/bobpulver

      Elevate Your AIQ: https://elevateyouraiq.com

      Substack: https://elevateyouraiq.substack.com


      Thanks to Warden AI (https://warden-ai.com) for their sponsorship and support of the show! Warden is an AI assurance platform for HR technology to demonstrate AI-powered solutions are fair, compliant and trustworthy. 

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