As AI reshapes business, what leadership principles remain constant?

In this AI Insiders conversation, David Berkowitz sits down with Scott Monty, founder of Timeless Leadership, executive advisor, keynote speaker, and former Global Head of Communications at Ford Motor Company.

Scott brings a unique perspective to the discussion. Having worked directly alongside legendary Ford CEO Alan Mulally during one of the most celebrated corporate turnarounds in business history, Scott is personally endorsed by Mulally to deliver the Working Together® Leadership & Management System to organizations around the world.

Their conversation explores what leaders need most in a time of rapid AI adoption, growing concerns about misinformation, and increasing pressure to move faster than ever.

Topics include:

• Why many organizations rush into AI without a clear strategy
• Scott’s “G-M-O-O-T syndrome” and the dangers of technology-first thinking
• The controversy surrounding fabricated quotes in discussions about AI and truth
• How AI hallucinations challenge our understanding of reliable information
• Why media literacy and critical thinking are becoming essential leadership skills
• Leadership lessons from Alan Mulally and Ford’s Working Together® system
• The enduring value of trust, humility, accountability, and communication
• How Scott uses Claude to unlock insights from an archive of nearly 9,000 pieces of content
• Why human connection remains a competitive advantage in an AI-driven world

Whether you’re leading a company, managing change, or building an AI strategy, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that while technology evolves quickly, great leadership principles endure.

Featuring:

Scott Monty, Founder, Timeless Leadership; Executive Advisor, Coach, Keynote Speaker; Former Global Head of Communications, Ford Motor Company

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