79: How a Digital Mindset Secures Your Edge in AI | Tariq Munir

Are you ready to thrive in a future where artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a tool but a coworker?  

In this episode of  The Learn-It-All Leader Podcast, we tackle one of the most pressing challenges for leaders today: how do we navigate a world where AI is reshaping work and decision-making? If you’ve been wondering how to adapt and lead in this rapidly changing environment, this conversation is for you. 

In this engaging conversation, Learnit CEO Damon Lembi and international speaker and author Tariq Munir explore the critical skills leaders need in a world increasingly dominated by AI and digital transformation. This episode is a must-listen for any business leader or aspiring leader looking to understand and excel in a world where AI and digital literacy are no longer optional but essential. 

This Episode Covers:

• Digital Mindset: Understanding how to integrate AI, algorithms, and human processes to solve business challenges effectively. 
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Why leaders must shift from intuition-based to data-driven decision making and how to make that transition. 
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Why empathy and emotional intelligence are more important than ever in a world with remote teams and AI coworkers. 
• Ethical AI and Responsibility: Addressing the ethical implications of AI and understanding the need for responsible tech leadership. 
• Continuous Learning: The importance of maintaining a growth mindset and learning agility as the half-life of skills continues to shrink. 

Episode Highlights: 

(00:00) Introduction to Tariq Munir – Damon introduces Tariq Munir, digital transformation and AI expert, and they dive into the essential skills leaders need in the age of AI. 

(02:00) The Future of Work and AI – Tariq explains how AI is becoming a “non-organic coworker” and what this means for leaders and organizations. 

(05:30) Five Essential Leadership Skills – Tariq shares the five key skills leaders must develop: digital mindset, data-driven focus, emotional intelligence, ethical AI understanding, and continuous learning. 

(09:00) The Importance of Emotional Intelligence – Tariq discusses why emotional intelligence is crucial for leaders, especially in a world where face-to-face interaction is becoming less common. 

(12:33) Building a Digital Mindset – Tariq explains what it means to have a digital mindset and why leaders need to understand how digital networks, algorithms, and human interaction work together. 

(17:00) How AI Changes Leadership – Tariq reflects on how AI is shifting the power dynamic within organizations and how leaders can adapt to the democratization of information. 

(21:30) Continuous Learning and Adaptability – Tariq emphasizes the importance of fostering a continuous learning mindset in today’s fast-paced world where skills evolve rapidly. 

(33:18) Leading Through Digital Transformation – Tariq provides practical advice on how organizations can successfully navigate digital transformations, using case studies to illustrate common pitfalls. 

About Tariq:  

Tariq Munir, author of AI for Finance Leaders, is an expert in AI, digital transformation, and leadership development, with over two decades of experience at global corporations like PepsiCo, AkzoNobel, and PwC. He has a proven track record of leading enterprise-wide transformations, leveraging technology to drive innovation and secure competitive advantages in rapidly evolving markets. A sought-after keynote speaker, Tariq has a proven track record of leading enterprise-wide transformations, leveraging technology to drive innovation and secure competitive advantages in rapidly evolving markets. 

Resources Referenced: 

Tariq Munir on LinkedIn

Tariq Munir's Website

Book: AI for Finance Leaders by Tariq Munir 

Book: Hidden Potential—The Science of Achieving Greater Things by Adam Grant 

Yuval Noah Harari's books, particularly Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow, where the concept of humans as algorithms is discussed. 

Research by Paul Leonardi and Siddharth Nele on the "30% Rule of Digital Literacy." 

Podcast Contact Information:   

Website: https://www.learnit.com

Email: podcast@learnit.com

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