Summary
The article discusses how leadership is changing in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). It emphasizes the need for leaders who blend technical skills with emotional intelligence, referred to as "Super Leaders," to effectively guide organizations through the adoption of AI.
Key Facts
- AI is changing the way work is done and who succeeds at work.
- Cisco's 2024 AI Readiness Index shows 85% of global business leaders believe they have less than 18 months to implement an AI strategy.
- Fewer than one in seven companies are fully ready to adopt AI on a large scale.
- Leaders need to combine emotional intelligence with technical knowledge to succeed.
- Four key personas for effective leadership in AI are Technologist, Empath, Philosopher, and Change Agent.
- Cisco is providing training and tools to help leaders develop these capabilities.
- AI is used at Cisco to improve leadership communication and strategy.
