Humanity Leads

Humanity Leads exists because the leadership conversation got too focused on tools and not enough on people. Founded by Tanner Bechtel — global technology executive and a sought-after voice on empathy, culture, and the human implications of AI — the platform spans a weekly podcast, executive coaching and consulting practice, and a growing archive of essays on leadership and technology. The thesis is simple and stubborn: the next decade of work won't be won by the leaders who automate the most. It will be won by the ones who stay most human while everything around them changes.

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  Episode #7

  Experts Series: Agentic AI

  Aug 26, 202623 minS0

  <p>The conversation delves into the topics of assurance and observability, the impact of AI on enterprise networking, the role of Model Context Protocol (MCP) in enterprise integration, the future landscape of AI and enterprise, the importance of humanity in the age of AI, fear and opportunity in the age of AI, agentic AI and its applications, learning and leading in the age of AI, and personal leadership and responsibility.</p><p>Takeaways</p>AI's impact on enterprise networkingThe importance of humanity in the age of AI<p>Chapters</p>00:00 Understanding Assurance and Observability02:34 The Impact of AI on Enterprise...

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  Episode #7

  The Four Traits of Insecure Leaders

  Aug 18, 202614 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Tanner explores the subtle nature of insecurity in leaders and its impact on team dynamics. It delves into behavioral indicators of insecurity, the impact on team dynamics, and the difference between genuine courage and the performance of confidence. The key takeaways include the recognition of insecurity in leaders and the importance of self-awareness in leadership.</p><p>Takeaways</p>Insecurity in leaders can manifest in subtle and harmful waysSelf-awareness and self-doubt are part of leadership, but should not be projected onto the team<p>Chapters</p>00:00 The Subtle Nature of Insecurity in Leaders03:02 Behavioral Indicators of...

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  Episode #6

  The Presentation Mistake Smart People Keep Making

  Jul 31, 202613 minS0

  <p>The conversation focuses on the art of effective presentation, emphasizing the importance of starting with change, treating the first 90 seconds as valuable attention, creating meaning, distinguishing between slides and the presentation, the role of AI in presentation creation, and ending with a clear ask.</p><p>Takeaways</p>Start with changeTreat the first 90 seconds as expensive borrowed attention<p>Chapters</p>00:00 Starting with Change04:40 The First 90 Seconds05:44 Creating Meaning06:54 Slides vs. Presentation08:51 AI in Presentation Creation10:14 Ending with a Clear Ask

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  Episode #4

  Executive Presence Starts When You Stop Asking Permission

  Jul 27, 202619 minS0

  <p>Tanner shares a powerful experience of standing up for his process in the face of opposition, leading to a valuable lesson in executive presence. He emphasizes the importance of calibrated confidence, clear communication, and taking responsibility for recommendations.</p><p>Takeaways</p>Calibrated confidenceClear communication<p>Chapters</p>00:00 The Power of Executive Presence05:35 The Essence of Executive Presence07:29 The Translator's Mountain09:24 The Human Side of Leadership10:22 Practical Application of Presence11:18 The Language of Confidence16:43 The Source of Executive Presence19:10 Becoming Unforgettable22:03 Taking Responsibility

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  Episode #3

  Treat Your Employees Like Children

  Jul 16, 202615 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Tanner explores the challenge of culture change and the science behind behavior learning. It debunks the myth of change failure and emphasizes the importance of modeling and repetition in shaping organizational culture.</p><p>Takeaways</p>Culture change requires modeling and repetitionBehavior is learned through observation<p>Chapters</p>00:00 The Challenge of Culture Change03:13 The Science of Behavior Learning11:04 The Myth of Change Failure13:24 Culture Watches Behavior16:45 Modeling and Psychological Safety19:30 The Power of Repetition<p>Sources:</p>Bandura, Ross & Ross (1961) — Bobo dollCarla Shatz coined "fire together, wire together"Mark Hughes (2011) — 70% change-failure mythBrown & Treviño (2005) — ethical leaders...

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