{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/692dc9e1ed22a4cc82927842/695c34cd29db57949e8afa91?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Leadership in 2026: The Old Playbook Is Now a Liability","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/692dc9e1ed22a4cc82927842/1774393095335-f56a0f3e-6dbf-414b-ab3b-4823db342815.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this week's Human Loop I discuss the evolving landscape of leadership in 2026, emphasising the critical role of AI and the necessity for leaders to adapt their strategies. I highlights the importance of human skills, trust, and purpose in driving organisational performance, while also addressing the challenges posed by skill gaps in the workforce. </p><p><br></p><p>Powered By Atherio, Real-time leadership wisdom for every manager - https://www.atheriohq.com</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 The State of Leadership in 2026</p><p>02:27 Strategic Leadership as a Core Skill</p><p>04:22 The Importance of Human Skills and Trust</p><p>07:16 Closing the Gap Between Tech and Human Capability</p><p><br></p><p>Studies Mentioned:</p><p><br></p><p>Story 1: UK business investment in AI and training</p><p><a href=\"https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/assets/pdfs/media/press-releases/2025-press-releases/lloyds-bank/31.12.2025-lloyds-new-year-flash-business-barometer.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/assets/pdfs/media/press-releases/2025-press-releases/lloyds-bank/31.12.2025-lloyds-new-year-flash-business-barometer.pdf</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Story 2: Survey coverage &amp; additional context</p><p><a href=\"https://www.lloydsbank.com/business/resource-centre/insight/business-barometer.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.lloydsbank.com/business/resource-centre/insight/business-barometer.html</a></p><p><br></p><p>Story 3: Skills gaps &amp; transformation barriers</p><p>World Economic Forum summary on skills gaps and upskilling priorities</p><p><a href=\"https://gloat.com/blog/ai-employment-impact\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://gloat.com/blog/ai-employment-impact</a></p><p><br></p><p>Story 4: AI in the workplace &amp; skills obsolescence</p><p><a href=\"https://www.secondtalent.com/resources/future-of-workplace-statistics-that-are-important-to-know/  \" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.secondtalent.com/resources/future-of-workplace-statistics-that-are-important-to-know/  </a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with The host - Ben Stocken</p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/benstocken/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/benstocken/</a></p>","author_name":"Ben Stocken"}