212: Rise of the Coaching Leader: Why AI Won't Replace You

AI is replacing managers who focus on tasks—but it can't replace leaders who coach. Coaching is now the #1 leadership skill, yet most managers have never been trained to do it well. In this session, Dr. David Morelli reveals research-backed insights from his doctoral work, including the RESPECT Coaching Styles Framework and the 10 Core Capabilities of the world's most effective coaching leaders.

You'll see a live demonstration of how coaching as a leader differs from professional coaching—and why that distinction boosts engagement, retention, and results. You'll walk away with a clear roadmap to embed coaching into leadership at every level, future-proofing your role and transforming your culture one conversation at a time.

In this session, you will learn to:

• Identify why coaching is the top leadership skill in the AI era
• Apply the RESPECT Coaching Styles Framework to real-world leadership
• Develop the 10 Core Capabilities of effective coaching leaders
• Experience the coaching in action
• Take home a proven coaching culture roadmap
• Future-proof your leadership approach for years to come