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EPISODE · Dec 2, 2025 · 35 MIN

Leading in the Age of AI

from The Leadership Growth Podcast · host Daniel & Peter Stewart

“AI might know more than you, but it doesn’t know better than you,” says Dr. Gena Hoxha in today’s episode.Gena is the Chief People Officer and Chief AI Officer at Ignitium, a provider of world-class Account-Based Marketing (ABM) programs for enterprise organizations. She holds a PhD in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University and seeks to help leaders pursue AI integration with foresight, not fear.In this conversation with Daniel and Peter, Gena shares her insights, predictions, and warnings about the current and future state of AI in the workplace.Tune in to learn:Why AI will democratize leadershipThe biggest blind spot leaders have around AIHow to address AI adoption pressure from senior leaders“AI is not going to transform anything,” Gena says. “You as a leader–you are going to be the transformation catalyst.”Learn more in this timely and lively conversation.Questions, comments, or topic ideas? Drop us an e-mail at [email protected] this episode::29 – Introduction: Dr. Gena Hoxha2:00 – Connecting AI and People8:54 – Identity as a Leader in the AI Era13:26 – AI as Mirror and Magnifier18:08 – Is AI Your New Team Member?23:16 – Using AI to Improve Leadership27:24 – Addressing AI Pressure from Senior Leaders33:22 – Embracing and Managing AI AdoptionResources:Dr. Gena Hoxha LinkedInIgnitiumGartner Hype CycleStewart Leadership Insights and Resources:3 Human Needs to Retain Every Employee6 Trends in Leadership and HR for 202510 Ways Our New AI Coach Can Grow Your Career10 Cool Things Leaders Can Do With An AI CoachAI-Powered Talent RetentionThe AI-Integration RoadmapStrategic Planning for Unpredictable Times3 Tips for Leading Through UncertaintyIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. 

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