Many believe AI will take away jobs.
The more nuanced reality is that AI will not take away what makes leaders effective: their humanity.
In his book The CEO Mindset, Shiv Shivakumar interviewed 300 professionals across roles and organizations with a simple question:
“What are the top three qualities you look for in your CEO?”
The findings are telling. A significant portion of what people value most in leaders comes from human capabilities:
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People skills: 25%
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Emotional intelligence: 10%
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Humility: 5%
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Transparency: 3%
Together, these soft skills account for 42% of the attributes respondents value most in a CEO, outweighing technical and functional expertise.
As AI continues to advance, the premium on human leadership will only increase.
For anyone aspiring to leadership roles, this is a timely reminder of where to invest their development.
Curious to hear your perspective:
What is the one quality you value most in your CEO?
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