EP49: AI as a Mirror, Not a Replacement

What if ChatGPT could help you think more clearly before you speak instead of just helping you sound polished?

Karin Reed sits down with Michael Shehane, founder of InStride Leadership, to explore how leaders are using ChatGPT to sharpen clarity, strengthen judgment, and communicate with more intention under pressure. Drawing from his work with AI leaders in Silicon Valley, Michael explains why traditional preparation habits no longer match the pace of modern leadership and what actually helps now.

This episode reframes AI as a thinking partner rather than a replacement for human judgment. It shows how ChatGPT can support better decisions, more confident communication, and more honest self-reflection without stripping away presence or authenticity. For leaders who want to communicate clearly while staying fully human, this conversation offers a practical and timely perspective on what comes next.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Leadership Communication and AI Explained

04:20 Why Traditional Presentation Preparation Is Failing Leaders

06:40 Using ChatGPT to Prepare and Clarify Your Message

16:05 Using ChatGPT During Meetings to Improve Communication

20:00 How Leaders Use AI to Review and Improve Communication

26:45 What AI Cannot Replace in Leadership Communication

29:20 Key Takeaway for Leaders Using ChatGPT

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