Leading in the AI Era

What does it really mean to be a leader in today’s complex healthcare world? In this conversation, Jimmy McKay sits down with two long-time friends and leadership pros — JJ and Lucas — to challenge outdated leadership myths and offer a roadmap for leading with empathy, clarity, and impact.Whether you're a clinic owner, healthcare manager, or a PT looking to step into more responsibility, this episode breaks down the shift from old-school top-down authority to human-centered leadership that actually works.In this episode, we cover:Why mentorship might be holding you back, and how coaching is the unlock for growthA powerful story from the FDNY that reshaped Jimmy’s view of leadershipThe real impact of your words in clinical care — and how most PTs are unintentionally digging emotional holesWhy stealing from other industries (hospitality, venture capital, tech) is crucial for innovation in PTHow to think about AI as a force multiplier instead of a threatWhat JJ means by: “The future will reward people who are uncomfortable in the right ways”This episode will leave you thinking differently about how you lead, speak, and grow in your career — and it might just spark the shift you didn’t know you needed.Guests: J.J. Kuczynski and Lucas VanEtten