Most leaders are rushing into AI—but few are leading it well. In this episode, Joel Salinas breaks down why AI adoption is failing inside organizations and how leaders can implement it without losing trust, clarity, or performance.If you’re a Director, VP, or executive trying to figure out how AI fits into your strategy, this conversation gives you a clear path forward. It’s not about tools—it’s about leadership, decision-making, and execution.Key insights:• AI should execute ideas—not replace leadership thinking• Without guardrails, AI creates confusion and inconsistent outcomes• Most failures come from poor strategy, not poor technology• Your differentiation comes from your thinking—not AI outputQ: Why do most AI initiatives fail?A: Leaders skip strategy and treat AI like a shortcut instead of a system.Q: How should leaders use AI effectively?A: Start with clear thinking, then use AI to accelerate execution.Q: What’s the risk of overusing AI?A: You lose your voice, your edge, and your leadership identity.Timestamps:Follow, subscribe, and share to stay sharp as a leader.Guest: Joel SalinasStrategic AI Leadership CoachSubstack: https://substack.com/@leadershipinchange10Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leadership-in-change-with-ai-podcast/id1884921599Website: https://jsalinas.org/The Next Interview is hosted by Doland White, executive coach, author of Lead With Confidence, and known as The Empowerment Guy. Each episode delivers practical insights, powerful stories, and bold conversations designed to help leaders empower their teams, accelerate growth, and lead with confidence.