May/June AI Confidence workshops filling fast
🌟New! Find highlights in DE and EN at the end
Welcome to your fresh DesignChange edition, delivered every 2nd Tuesday at 8am to over 700 forward-thinking leaders like you!
Have you ever noticed how stepping away from technology often brings the clearest insights about how to use it more effectively?
Last week, as spring blossomed across Europe, I took advantage of the May 1st holiday to lace up my walking shoes and venture into the forest. With my phone serving only as a camera (not a scrolling device), I followed light filtering through trees and reconnected with what truly matters in leadership.
This kind of mindful hiking isn’t just downtime—it’s space-making. And in that space, I found renewed clarity about the intersection of AI and leadership development coaching that I’m excited to share with you today.
🌿 From Forest Paths to Digital Pathways
The parallels between mindful nature experiences and thoughtful AI implementation might not seem obvious at first, but both require:
- Intentional presence
- Space for reflection
- Purpose-driven engagement
It’s why I recently signed the AI Coaching Manifesto—a commitment to using AI tools in coaching with integrity, transparency, and a human-centered approach.
As these technologies transform how we lead, I believe we need both excitement about possibilities AND careful consideration of impacts.
More on this is in the next DesignChange edition!
💡 LeadershipLab Tip: The PAUSE Framework
Your 5-Minute AI Leadership Reset
Just as my mindful hike created space for clarity, this framework helps you create intentional space before implementing AI tools in your leadership practice:
P - Purpose Check: What specific leadership challenge am I trying to solve? Is AI truly the right approach?
A - Authenticity Alignment: How will this AI application maintain or enhance what I do?
U - User Experience: How will this impact the human experience of my team or clients?
S - Systemic Impact: What broader consequences might emerge from implementing this AI solution?
E - Ethical Boundaries: What specific guardrails need to be in place for responsible use?
Try it now with any AI tool you’re considering and notice what insights emerge when you create this intentional space for reflection. Note these down. Let this grow with you.
📚 New on the DC Blog: Smart AI Leaders
In my latest article, “Smart AI Leaders: Balancing Innovation with Integrity”, I give case study examples of how the most effective leaders are approaching AI implementation through a lens of both innovation and responsibility to become future-ready.
🔆 AI Confidence Workshops—Spots Filling Quickly!
Ready to explore ethical AI use in your leadership journey? Join one of our upcoming AI Confidence Coaching Workshops created specifically for leaders, HR professionals, and curious coaches:
🟡 May 12 – 9:00–12:30 CET (German) 👉 Register for May
🟢 June 3 – 14:00–17:00 CET (English) 👉 Register for June
With limited spots available and growing interest, these workshops are filling quickly!
One recent participant of our sold-out April 6th mini-workshop noted:
“Thank you, Karla and Richard, for your very inspiring and practical session!”
In these workshops, co-led with Dr. Richard Grillenbeck, we create safe, practical spaces for professionals to explore AI tools and learn what works for them. No technical background required—just bring your AI of choice, questions, issues and an open mind to learn!
🧭 Beyond AI: Your Leadership Journey Continues
While AI fascinates me as a tool for leadership development, I’m continuing to work with clients across multiple leadership domains:
- Stress Management - Creating sustainable leadership practices that prevent burnout
- Strategic Awareness - Developing the perspective needed for future-focused leadership
- Team Motivation - Building environments where people thrive through genuine connection
Whatever leadership challenges you’re navigating, I’m here to help create the space for clarity—with my 30 years of people experience and 3,000+ hours of coaching expertise.
🤝 Let’s Connect
Have questions about the AI Confidence workshops? Prefer a personal consultation to discuss your specific leadership challenges? Book a complimentary consultation here.
Until next time, I’d love to hear you get along with the PAUSE framework!
Karla Schlaepfer and the DesignChange Team
The future of leadership is already unfolding—and it needs both human wisdom and digital tools.
NEW! DesignChange Highlights
Starting with this edition, I’m introducing a compact summary section for all DesignChange newsletters to help you quickly catch key points:
- PAUSE Framework: 5-minute tool to ethically implement AI in your leadership
- Latest blog: “Smart AI Leaders: Balancing Innovation with Integrity -Case Studies”
- Upcoming workshops: May 12 (German) and June 3 (English)— register soon!
- Leadership coaching: Available for stress management, strategic awareness, and team motivation
NEU! DesignChange Highlights auf Deutsch
Ab dieser Ausgabe führe ich eine kompakte Zusammenfassung für alle DesignChange-Newsletter ein:
- PAUSE-Rahmen: 5-Minuten-Tool zur ethischen Implementierung von KI in Ihrer Führung
- Neuester Blog: “Smart AI Leaders: Innovation und Integrität in Balance”
- Kommende Workshops: 12. Mai (Deutsch) und 3. Juni (Englisch) – melden Sie sich bald an!
- Führungscoaching: Verfügbar für Stressmanagement, strategisches Bewusstsein und Teammotivation