# #170: AI Is Moving Faster Than Leadership—How to Lead Without Losing What Makes Us Human

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Podcast: [GRASP Confidence Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/grasp-confidence-podcast-6596056)
Published: 2026-01-26T10:14:00+00:00
Episode link: https://taralafongooch.com/
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## Resource

Data, AI, and the Identity Crisis Facing Modern Leadership In this powerful, forward-thinking episode of the GRASP Confidence Podcast , host Tara LaFon Gooch sits down with Michael Clark — esteemed strategist, author, and global advisor on artificial intelligence (AI), data, and emerging technologies. If you're a leader, innovator, creator, or change-maker today, you already know this: technology isn't just transforming what we do — it's reshaping who we are . And the real question isn't whether AI will impact our future… it's how we will respond, lead, and live without losing what makes us human . Why This Episode Matters Now As AI accelerates faster than organizations and institutions can absorb, the confidence gap becomes a strategic vulnerability. Leaders feel the pressure to adopt AI, harness data, and modernize work — but many struggle to reconcile rapid innovation with human-centered purpose, identity, and community. In this episode, Michael Clark challenges the traditional narrative around technology. Rather than viewing AI as a disruptor to be feared or a tool to be controlled, Michael reframes it as a catalyst moment — a pivotal opportunity for humanity to rethink our systems and realign our values . Through deep insight, strategic clarity, and narrative wisdom, he shows listeners how to lead with confidence in the age of AI, unlocking not just productivity but purpose . Who Michael Clark Is — Credibility You Can Trust Michael Clark is a globally recognized strategist and advisor with an unparalleled ability to help leaders, governments, and investors understand what to do with AI, data, and emerging technology — not just what to think about . He bridges the worlds of innovation and human potential with humanity, ethics, and long-term thinking. His work is ro…

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