In this special episode of The Edge of Work, host Al Dea launches a new segment called Work in Progress. In this episode, he is joined by returning guests Shonna Waters and Angela Cheng-Cimini to explore the intersection of AI and leadership development. Together, they discuss the latest research and insights on how AI is shaping leadership, the challenges of adoption, and the opportunities it presents for developing leaders. From personalized learning to AI-driven coaching, they unpack what’s happening now and what’s ahead. Plus, they debate the risks of over-reliance on AI and its impact on critical thinking. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on the future of leadership in an AI-driven world.

Links

• Angela’s Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-cheng-cimini/
• Shonna’s Profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonna-waters/ 
• Article 1: https://brandonhall.com/how-to-leverage-ai-technology-to-improve-leadership-development-effectiveness/
• Article 2: https://time.com/charter/7210141/davos-ai-leadership/
• Article 3: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/uploads/prod/2025/01/lee_2025_ai_critical_thinking_survey.pdf