In this episode, Steve Durbin speaks with James Wilkson, managing partner at AEC Global Search Consultants, about what it really takes to lead in today’s rapidly shifting landscape.
Drawing on decades of executive search experience, James explores why emotional intelligence and adaptability matter more than ever, what boards need to look like to stay relevant, how leaders can protect their personal brand in an era of deep fakes, and whether AI will ultimately bring us back to our human selves.
Everything we’re doing is still to serve what humans want, what humans desire, what humans expect.
Key Takeaways:
- The ability to communicate, relate across generations, and stay adaptable is what separates sustainable leaders from those who won’t.
- Boards need a generational blend, not a generational overhaul.
- The executives who will endure are those who understand AI’s risks as clearly as its opportunities and keep human judgment at the centre of every decision.
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