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Episode 166: Brian Gorman and his book, Leading into the Age of Wisdom: Reimagining the Future of Work

March 2
1h 14m

Episode Description

"Our work doesn't get done by the 40 hours or 50 hours or 60 hours we put in every week. It gets done by our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual energy. So, let's get wiser about how we use and restore our energies."


Episode 166: Brian Gorman and his book, Leading into the Age of Wisdom: Reimagining the Future of Work

ABOUT BRIAN

For decades, Brian has been engaged with change at the individual, organizational, and social levels. Through his business TransformingLives.Coach, he serves those who are seeking to strengthen their leadership in today’s disrupted business environment, working with leaders from the frontline to the C-suite. Today, Brian is focused on the implications of artificial intelligence on the future of work and on society more broadly. He does so through his role as a coach, trusted advisor, speaker, author, and Wisdom Circle keeper. Brian is an International Coach Federation (ICF) certified professional coach, a member of ICF-New York City, a certified Edgewalker Facilitator, and a member of the Gay Coaches Alliance. He also hosts the podcast Conversations where his guests include thought leaders who are shaping the future. Brian and his son Brandon live in Hoboken, New Jersey.

CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS

  • AI can be a catalyst for a more humane workplace.
  • Wisdom is essential for effective leadership.
  • The choices we make about AI will resonate for decades.
  • Leadership requires followers by choice, not force.
  • Understanding the difference between intelligence and wisdom is crucial.
  • The structure of organizations needs to evolve with changing times.
  • Wisdom circles promote deeper understanding and connection.
  • Introversion can enhance leadership qualities through reflection.
  • The future of work demands continuous adaptation and learning.
  • Love and compassion should be integral to leadership.

The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Brian is, How will we keep using our heads, hearts, guts, and fortitude as leaders in the advancing age of AI?

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - The Book Leads Podcast - Brian Gorman

00:57- Introduction & Bio

03:01 - Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work?

05:21 - Brian's perspective of the evolution of technology from word processor to AI.

09:51 - How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now?

14:04 - Where Brian's awareness of humanity in others came from.

22:26 - The meaning of a Wisdom Circle.

32:47 - Brian's journey of introversion.

37:17 - What do you consider your superpower?

35:32 - How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child?

41:07 - What does leadership mean to you?

41:38 - Can you introduce us to the book we’re discussing?

44:08 - Can you provide a general overview of the book?

57:01 - What's changed in you in the process of writing this book?

01:02:42 - What’s next for your writing?

01:04:33 - What book has inspired you?

01:10:55 - What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.)

This series has become my Masterclass In Humanity. I'd love for you to join me and see what you take away from these conversations.

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