# Jacqueline Langlois: Be the Thermostat, Not the Thermometer

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Podcast: [The Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-intentional-agribusiness-leader-podcast-6736327)
Published: 2026-06-08T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://intentional-ag.captivate.fm
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Join our champion program: mark@themomentumcompany.com Attend a Thriving Leader event: https://thriving-leader-2026.lovable.app/ Instagram: @the.momentum.company LinkedIn: /momentum-company In this episode of The Intentional Agribusiness Leader , Mark sits down with Jacqueline Langlois, founder of Gen D Consulting, for a deep conversation about leadership, AI, generational change, and what it means to lead intentionally in a rapidly evolving world. Jacqueline defines intentional leadership through one powerful image: Be the thermostat—not the thermometer. A thermometer reacts to the environment around it. A thermostat sets the tone. That mindset becomes increasingly important as organizations navigate uncertainty, digital transformation, and the accelerating rise of artificial intelligence. Jacqueline’s background spans global agriculture leadership roles with companies like Bayer, Corteva, and Monsanto before launching Gen D Consulting—where she now focuses on executive leadership development and organizational strategy. The “D” in Gen D stands for: Digital Generation. Because regardless of age, today’s workforce is connected digitally—and that reality is changing how people communicate, collaborate, and lead. A major theme throughout the episode is this: AI can scale operations. Human intelligence scales leadership. Technology can automate systems, accelerate workflows, and improve efficiency. But the human side of leadership—communication, emotional intelligence, cultural awareness, influence, and trust—becomes even more valuable as automation increases. The conversation also dives into one of the biggest transitions leaders face: Moving from tactical execution into strategic leadership. The behaviors that help someone succeed early in their career—being the doer, t…

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