Do older leaders really make better leaders—or is that just a stereotype? In this episode of Leadership Lives, I talk with Dave Huxtable, Leadership Coach and diversity specialist, about the role age plays in leadership. We dive into ageism, experience, and why both younger and older leaders bring unique strengths to the table.🔑 In this conversation we explore:Why diverse leadership teams consistently outperform homogeneous ones.Whether IQ and aptitude decline—or actually increase—as we age.How age bands and stereotypes can unfairly limit workers and leaders.The parallels between Socrates complaining about writing and today’s worries about AI and ChatGPT.Why CEOs tend to be older (and male)—and whether gravitas is overrated compared to authenticity.The tension between youthful innovation (think start-ups) and seasoned leadership in established organizations.What “sexalescence” teaches us about how it feels to grow older in the workplace.Why some countries set age limits for leaders—and whether 18-year-old CEOs or 80-year-old politicians could succeed.Dave also shares insights from his coaching practice, where he helps leaders in intercultural and diverse environments build inclusive, high-performing teams.📅 Recorded live as part of the Leadership Lives series on 14 September 2024.📺 More conversations here: [YouTube @darraghogrady335] Please hit the subscribe button so I can keep making more of this kind of content!👉 Contact Dave Huxtable:🌐 davehuxtable.com🔗 LinkedIn: Dave Huxtable📧 dave@davehuxtable.com