AI Confidence Workshop + Website Redesign Coming
New! Find highlights in DE and EN at the end
Welcome to your fresh DesignChange edition, delivered every second Tuesday to 730+ forward-thinking leaders.
Have you ever hesitated before delegating something to AI?
That pause? It’s not fear of tech.
It’s your leadership instinct sensing that something important might be lost.
Smart leaders embrace AI’s efficiency—only to later realize they’ve sacrificed influence or clarity.
The solution isn’t avoiding AI. It’s knowing when to delegate—and when to rely on your human judgment.
🌿 The Nature of Digital Judgment
In my recent LinkedIn article, “When Nature Inspires Digital Clarity“, I explored how natural environments teach us about thoughtful tech use. The quiet rhythms of nature—where growth happens in cycles, not constant acceleration—offer a powerful counterbalance to the “more, faster” mindset of digital tools.
One executive I coach shared:
“I was using AI to draft everything;emails, agendas, project briefs. I saved hours. But I started feeling disconnected from my work. Like I was orchestrating without hearing the music.”
That recognition of our essential human capacities is exactly why Richard and I created the AI Confidence Workshop.
🌿 Meet My Workshop Partner: Dr. Richard Grillenbeck
Richard and I first connected over lunch at a leadership conference three years ago—just as the metaverse was making waves. I was still co-founder of a tech startup; he brought deep IT expertise and a systems thinking mindset. What started as a spirited conversation about digital futures quickly turned into a shared vision for helping leaders embrace technology without losing their human edge.
Since then, we’ve combined forces to offer something rare:
Two ICF (International Coaching Federation) PCC-certified coaches, both published authors, bridging the worlds of technology and human-centered leadership.
Our workshops blend technical insight with design thinking, practical tools with real coaching depths so you can lead with confidence in a digital world.
🚀 Introducing: The AI Confidence Workshop
After our sold-out Leadership Choices webinar (80 seats!) in April, we’re excited to offer our next AI Confidence Workshop on:
🗓 June 3rd, 14:00--17:00 CET
A safe, practical space for leaders to explore AI tools without pressure.
🧠 AI Confidence Workshop
Your 3-Hour Transformation Journey
This isn’t a tech tutorial. It’s a mindset shift.
A unique, hands-on learning experience designed to reconnect you with your human judgment, your clarity—and your leadership edge.
Hour 1 – From Overwhelm to Understanding
- Master our Human Judgment Framework for confident AI decisions - Identify which AI opportunities align with your personal leadership style
Hour 2 – From Theory to Practice
- Hands-on experimentation with curated AI tools in a safe environment - Discover practical applications tailored to your current leadership challenges
Hour 3 – From Workshop to Workplace
- Guided practice and peer learning in an intimate setting (max 15 participants) - Personalized feedback based on your AI comfort level - Plus: Get your own 25-page AI Confidence Guide with frameworks, templates, and tools you can use right away
✅ You’ll leave with:
- Confidence to evaluate AI tools without fear of making costly mistakes
- A clear understanding of how AI fits your authentic leadership style
- Tools you can implement Monday morning
- Relief that you don’t need to be a tech expert to become AI-savvy
This workshop isn’t primarily about teaching tech tricks.
It’s about offering something leaders rarely get: ✨ Time to reflect.
🧪 Space to experiment without pressure.
🧭 Guidance that reconnects you to your own judgment—your human edge.
“I came in unsure about where AI fit in my approach. The workshop gave me clarity on which tools are actually useful,and how to implement them thoughtfully.”
🟢 Only 15 spots available
👉 Register for June | Registration closes May 27 We’ll send a short needs analysis beforehand so we can tailor the experience to you!
💡Here is this week’s LeadershipLab Tip:
The 30-Second Decision Filter PACD
Stop Second-Guessing Every AI Tool Decision
Before you hand off any leadership task to AI, run it through this quick filter:
- Pause – Notice any hesitation about automating the task
- Ask – “What human elements am I sensing here?”
- Consider – “What leadership qualities might get lost if this becomes algorithmic?”
- Decide – Make a clear yes/no decision based on your leadership intention
🧭 Instead of indecision, you’ll gain clarity in 30 seconds.
Your team will sense the difference between AI-assisted and AI-replaced leadership.
This is just one of five frameworks you’ll learn in the workshop.
🌐 Website Redesign Coming Soon!
The DesignChange website is getting a full makeover. Soon, you’ll enjoy:
- A modern, intuitive design reflecting our balance of tech and humanity
- New service offerings like AI confidence coaching
- Expanded self-learning tools 📣 Watch for the launch soon!
🧭 Beyond AI: Strengthen Your Leadership in Every Dimension
The same filter that helps you make smart AI decisions applies to all leadership challenges:
- Strategic Decision-Making: Stop analysis paralysis—gain clarity fast
- Team Motivation: Build genuine connections that drive performance
- Stress Management: Lead sustainably and prevent burnout
With 30 years of people experience and 3,000+ coaching hours, I help leaders like you stay grounded in your leadership values while adapting to change.
🤝 Ready to Transform Your Decision-Making?
Tired of second-guessing your AI choices?
Book a complimentary consultation and discover how the same frameworks that build AI confidence can elevate your leadership in all areas.
You’ll leave with clarity on your leadership goals—and a tailored plan forward.
Thanks for reading!
Karla Schlaepfer and the outstanding DesignChange Team
The future of leadership isn’t choosing between human and AI—it’s knowing when each serves your purpose.
🔍 NEW! DesignChange Highlights
- Human Judgment Framework – 30-second filter to avoid AI mistakes
- AI Confidence Workshop – June 3: confidence, tools + 25-page guide
- Website Relaunch – Enhanced coaching and AI resources coming soon
- Latest Insight – When Nature Inspires Digital Clarity on LinkedIn
- Leadership Coaching – Learn to implement AI while leading authentically
🇩🇪 NEU! DesignChange Highlights auf Deutsch
- Human Judgment Framework – 30-Sekunden-Filter für kluge KI-Entscheidungen
- Human Leader Compass – Vorschau auf ein neues Führungsmodell
- KI-Vertrauensworkshop – 3. Juni: Tools, Klarheit & 25-seitiger Leitfaden
- Website-Neugestaltung – Mehr Ressourcen für KI-Vertrauencoaching
- Aktuelle Einsichten – Wenn die Natur digitale Klarheit inspiriert
- Führungscoaching – Ihre KI-Nutzung verbessern und authentisch führen