#20 Building Tomorrow's Leaders in the Age of AI With Jimmie Gonzalez Jr

How do you build the leaders of tomorrow when the next generation is growing up on AI? In this episode of The H in HR Podcast, I sit down with Jimmie Gonzalez Jr., founder of Gonzalez Leadership Lab. Jimmie has spent more than 15 years leading learning, talent, and organizational effectiveness work. He helps organizations build the leadership capacity they need when growth raises the stakes. Jimmie and I go back to the same Bronx roots, the same bus ride to Evans High School in Orlando, and the same call center at Sears Home Improvements. We talk about how our paths crossed again and what Jimmie has learned since. In this conversation, we cover: The difference between managing and leading, and why you manage things but lead people. The difference between training and coaching, and why a one-time class does not change behavior. Why sustainment over 30, 60, and 90 days is where the real learning happens. How to use AI as a thought partner without letting it think for you. Why communication and understanding are the biggest gaps for young leaders. How to spot high potential leaders early, and why you should not feel threatened by them. How a small business can develop leaders on a limited budget. Jimmie also shares three things to start doing this week: don’t wait, don’t confuse activity with development, and pay attention to what people say and do around you. Connect with Jimmie: LinkedIn: Jimmie Gonzalez Jr. Website: jimmiegonzalezjr.com