Kristi & Tanqueray On the Rocks
Kristi & Tanqueray On The Rocks™
Welcome to the space where bold leaders and edgy entrepreneurs come to feel seen, supported, and inspired. Kristi Straw and Tanqueray Edwards are here to tackle the hard conversations about leadership, entrepreneurship, and navigating life's messy middle – served straight up with authenticity, humor, and practical takeaways.
This isn't just a podcast about work – it's about creating the kind of career and life you truly want, without losing yourself in the process. Kristi brings her high-EQ, UNICORN Leader™ approach to the table, while Tanqueray, a seasoned leader at the forefront of AI adoption, shares invaluable insights gleaned from successfully navigating the evolving AI landscape, from strategic vision to on-the-ground implementation.
What's in it for you?
- Clarity in Chaos: Navigate the complexities of leadership, entrepreneurship, and life with actionable insights.
- Permission to Be You: Embrace your authenticity and break free from outdated corporate norms.
- Practical Guidance: Gain practical guidance from our unique guests at the forefront of their respective industries, bridging strategy and execution.
- Real-World Lessons: Learn from our own entrepreneurial journeys and the challenges we've overcome.
Pour your favorite drink, pull up a chair, and join us as we explore the highs, lows, and everything in between. Together, we'll laugh, reflect, and most importantly – grow.
Kristi & Tanqueray On the Rocks
S1EP2: Hurricane Strikes & AI, The Perfect Storm for Change
In this episode:
Kristi & Tanqueray discuss the critical challenges organizations face as they adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and automation strategies. They delve into how the rapid technological changes, like AI, are transforming the workforce, highlighting the human element often left behind in this transition. Emotional intelligence (EQ) emerges as a central theme, with both hosts stressing how crucial it is for leaders to develop empathy and soft skills to navigate these shifts successfully.
Key Takeaways:
"I often say this right, you know, we know that if we have emotionally intelligent leaders, better engagement scores happen. People will stay five years longer at an employer. Yet time and time again, companies will blow cash on tech splurges or golf outings, but they'll skip the EQ training despite knowing it drives performance and retention." - Kristi Straw
"When implementing AI, organizations must consider what happens if it doesn't go well. Who gets left behind? I'm thinking about that in light of being in Charleston, South Carolina right now, a block from where I am sitting, some longshoremen are, on the picket lines and are demanding that their jobs not all be automated and their roles don't all go away." - Tanqueray Edwards
"Emotional intelligence isn't just a soft skill, it's a survival tool." - Kristi Straw
Contact your hosts:
Kristi Straw - https://lighthouseleadershipconsultants.com
Tanqueray Edwards - https://www.tredwardsconsultancy.com/contact