Building Resilience in Uncertain Times with Samia Kornweibel

About this episode

<p class="whitespace-normal break-words">Generation X professionals are navigating an unprecedented perfect storm: young children at home, peak career responsibilities, and a business landscape in constant flux. Executive coach Samia Kornweibel joins Paul Estes to explore why so many mid-career leaders are experiencing what she calls "career meltdowns"—and how they can build resilience in an era where roles keep shifting.</p> <p class="whitespace-normal break-words">Fresh from completing her AI coaching certification, Samia shares how she's helping leaders navigate the ethical integration of AI tools while maintaining the human connection that drives real transformation. Using Microsoft's suite of tools and her innovative CHAIR model (Clarity, Humanizing, Aligning, Integrating, Realizing), she demonstrates how coaches can responsibly leverage technology to enhance the coaching relationship.</p> <p class="whitespace-normal break-words">You'll Learn:</p> <ul class="[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Why Generation X is experiencing "career meltdowns" at the intersection of family, career peak, and rapid change</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words">The "musical chairs" reality of modern corporate life and how to build resilience when stability isn't an option</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words">How to create and maintain psychological safety as an intentional daily practice, not a one-time achievement</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words">The CHAIR model for responsible AI integration in professional coaching and development</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Why human accountability and connection remain irreplaceable in an AI-enhanced world</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Practical strategies for using tools like Microsoft Viva Insights to enhance coaching conversations and time management</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words">How to move from peripheral AI conversations to focused, ethical implementation</li> </ul> <p class="whitespace-normal break-words">Subscribe to Expert Intelligence so you don't miss future conversations with industry leaders at the forefront of professional development and workplace transformation. Each episode brings you practical insights to navigate our rapidly evolving career landscape.</p> <p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Producer: David Grabowski Theme Music: Aleksey Chistilin</p>