How to Build Identity Armor in the Age of AI | Brad Henderson on AIBiz

In this powerful episode of AIBiz, host Avik sits down with Brad Henderson—leadership coach, executive mentor, and author of The Consistency Effect—to tackle one of the biggest questions of our time: Who are you without your job title? As AI rapidly reshapes industries, roles are becoming obsolete—but what about our sense of self? Brad shares how losing his executive identity decades ago sparked a deep transformation, and why now more than ever, leaders must build what he calls "identity armor" to stay grounded in a world driven by automation. From boundaries to mentoring, consistency to self-reflection, this conversation is essential listening for anyone navigating AI anxiety or career transition.

About the Guest:Brad Henderson is a transformational leadership coach with over 45 years of experience across real estate, tech, and corporate development. He is the author of The Consistency Effect, a guide to turning reliable actions into remarkable success. After facing his own identity crisis post-career disruption, Brad now coaches executives to lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and resilience in a changing world.

Key Takeaways:

• Tying identity to job titles leaves you vulnerable in times of change.

• AI may replace jobs, but it cannot replace human complexity, adaptability, and emotional leadership.

• Identity armor includes cultivating outside interests, community, mentors, and roles beyond work.

• Core competencies—not job titles—are the foundation for future-proofing your identity.

• Consistency in values and actions, not performance alone, builds long-term success and inner strength.

 

Connect with Brad Henderson:Website: https://www.consistency-edge.com/Sign up for Brad’s newsletter to get early access to The Consistency Effect and more leadership insights.

 

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