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Geoff Woods is the author of The AI-Driven Leader and the Founder of AI Leadership, where he empowers leaders to harness AI, escape operational overwhelm, and think strategically to accelerate growth.
AI Leadership is spearheaded by Geoff Woods, a visionary leader with a proven track record helping companies grow through strategic thinking and AI-driven solutions.
As the former Chief Growth Officer of Jindal Steel & Power, he drove market cap growth from $750M to $12B in four years through AI-driven leadership.
He also co-founded the training and consulting company behind The ONE Thing, where he coached and advised companies with annual revenues from $10 million to $60 billion.
In this conversation, Cal and Geoff explore the transformative potential of AI in leadership and decision-making. They discuss the importance of asking the right questions, mastering essential skills, and using AI as a strategic partner rather than just a tool. The dialogue highlights real-world applications of AI in business, including creating AI boards to simulate executive dynamics and enhance decision-making processes. The speakers emphasize the need for leaders to adapt to technological advancements and leverage AI to overcome significant challenges in their organizations. In this conversation, the speakers explore the transformative role of AI in leadership and decision-making. They discuss practical applications of AI in board meetings, presentation feedback, and strategic thinking. The importance of maintaining a thought leadership role while leveraging AI as a thought partner is emphasized, along with the need for leaders to adapt to the rapidly changing job landscape. The discussion also highlights lessons from Blockbuster's downfall and offers practical steps for leaders to integrate AI into their daily practices.
00:00 AI as a Strategic Partner for Leaders
07:23 Harnessing AI for Strategic Thinking
21:43 Creating AI Boards for Leadership
26:02 Real-World Applications of AI in Business
27:51 Simulating Reality: AI's Role in Predictive Analysis
29:03 Proactive AI Engagement: Preparing for Presentations
31:20 Thought Leadership vs. Thought Partnership
33:05 Building Your AI Board: A Personal Strategy
38:50 Strategic Thinking: Lessons from Blockbuster's Downfall
42:38 Practical Steps for Leaders: Using AI Effectively
45:04 Future Skills: Preparing for an AI-Driven World
49:52 Powerful Questions: Shaping Your Leadership Journey
