AI is changing more than how we work. It is raising questions about identity, belonging, and the future leaders are helping their people build.

In this podcast episode of It’s Lonely at the Top, Nancy MacKay speaks with Kari Zeller, Founder and CEO of TGN Consulting, leadership strategist, combat veteran, and author of Re-Placed. From her upbringing on a farm in northern Colorado to her military service and work with executives, Kari shares the experiences that shaped her approach to accountability and leading through uncertainty.

You’ll learn why work is closely tied to our sense of identity and belonging, what distinguishes human intelligence from AI, and why context and emotional intelligence matter in leadership decisions. Kari also explores how leaders can help people feel valued and connected to a meaningful future as their roles change.

For CEOs navigating technological change, this episode offers a perspective on bringing human capabilities and AI together while developing the people who will lead next.

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