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785. Grounded Leadership in the Age of AI: Why Human Influence Matters More Than Ever

29 July 2026 29:06 IA Business Advisors

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Artificial intelligence is changing the speed of business—but it doesn't replace leadership. It raises the standard for it.

In Episode 785 of Daily Influence, Brian Smith welcomes executive leadership advisor Eva Minkoff, founder of Bold Being, for a timely conversation about decision fatigue, grounded agency, and leading through uncertainty in the age of AI.

Drawing from her work with healthcare executives and enterprise leaders, Eva explains why today's greatest leadership challenge isn't technology itself—it's maintaining clarity, purpose, and human connection while navigating constant change. Together, Brian and Eva explore how leaders can move beyond reactive decision-making, reconnect with their purpose, and create organizations where trust and influence thrive.

Whether you lead a healthcare organization, a family business, a growing company, or simply want to become a more intentional leader, this episode offers practical insights that apply across every industry.

In this episode:

Why leaders become organizational bottlenecks

The real cause of decision fatigue

What "Grounded Agency" means—and why it matters

How AI is transforming leadership rather than replacing it

The importance of purpose during times of uncertainty

Building cultures rooted in clarity, trust, and meaningful influence

Because technology may change how we work—but leadership will always determine how people thrive.

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