How can leaders stay effective amid technological transformation, uncertainty, and mounting pressure? Rasmus Hougaard, co-author of More Human: How the Power of AI Can Transform the Way You Lead, recommends these actionable steps.
Train your attention. You can’t control volatility, but you can control how you respond to it. Build habits that strengthen focus, adaptability, and clarity of mind. The more effectively you manage your attention, the better equipped you’ll be to navigate uncertainty.
Create space to think. Resist the urge to match the pace of constant change. Set aside time away from distractions to slow your thinking, reflect, and evaluate decisions more carefully. Clarity improves when you create space for deeper thinking.
Treat emotions as data. When you feel anxious, frustrated, or overwhelmed, pause before reacting. Examine what those emotions are telling you. Anxiety, fear, and frustration often signal that something needs attention. Use their insight to inform your decisions without letting them control your actions.
Invest in what makes you human. Use any time saved through technology for coaching, strategic thinking, relationship-building, and reflection. As AI becomes more capable, strengthen your awareness, wisdom, and compassion.
