Episode 73: AI Will Be 1,000,000x Smarter by 2032. Is Your Leadership Ready?

In 350 years of technological disruption, steam, electricity, the internet, mobile, the number of times a government or industry has successfully stopped a technology from disrupting society is zero. So the question isn't "should AI happen." It's: are you the leader who adapts, or the one who gets left explaining why you didn't? I sat down with Brett King, ranked the #7 futurist in the world, advisor to the Obama administration and EU ministers, and dubbed the "King of Disruption" by the banking press, for a conversation that goes far beyond AI trends into what it actually takes to lead in an exponential era.   What we cover: • Why "should AI exist" is the wrong question, and what leaders should be asking instead • The real numbers behind AI's growth curve, and why 2032 will look nothing like 2026 • What entry-level job losses this year are already signaling about the next 5 years • How SCB Thailand's CEO handled the "will AI take my job" conversation with his team, a script for every leader • Why consciousness, not IQ, is the real leadership differentiator, and the subconscious pattern behind 95% of the behavior AI can't replace   "The economics won't matter, what you'll be asked isn't 'what do you do,' it's what you find meaningful."   About Guest Brett King is a globally recognized futurist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker focused on artificial intelligence, fintech, banking, and the future of business. Ranked among the world's leading futurists and fintech influencers, he has delivered more than 1,000 presentations across 80 countries and advised governments, regulators, central banks, and major global brands. Brett is the founder of Moven, a pioneering mobile banking platform, and co-founder of LumaBrush AI, an AI healthcare venture. He hosts the globally ranked podcasts Breaking Banks and The Futurists, reaching millions of listeners in more than 180 countries. His books include Bank 4.0, Augmented, The Rise of Technosocialism, and Branch Tomorrow. His work has been cited by President Xi Jinping, and he has advised the Obama Administration on fintech policy. Known for making complex ideas accessible, Brett helps leaders understand how emerging technologies will reshape industries, organizations, and society over the coming decade and beyond.   🔗 Ready to elevate your leadership from the inside out? Join the 8-week Transformational Program — next cohort starts 25th June. https://www.theextraordinaryleadership.com/THE-ELEVATED-LEADER   About Dagmara Asbreuk: A certified Executive Transformational Partner and keynote speaker, and Founder of Extraordinary Leadership. She brings 15+ years of global experience in Fortune 500 organizations and 10 years in leadership transformation. Recognized as one of Dubai's Top 15 Coaches, she is known for activating higher potential in senior executives and leadership teams through a unique blend of neuroscience and quantum consciousness.   👇 CONNECT WITH DAGMARA: 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dagmara-asbreuk/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dagmaraasb/ 🌐 Website: https://www.theextraordinaryleadership.com/ 👉 Book a non binding, leadership clarity call: https://calendly.com/dagmaraasbreuk/30-min-consultation 👉 Book Dagmara for your Leadership event, conference, summit Keynote Speaking: https://www.theextraordinaryleadership.com/speaking 👉 Book Dagmara for your leadership Team Offsite: Leadership Team: https://www.theextraordinaryleadership.com/ORGANIZATION   ✨ If this episode resonates, please subscribe to the Extraordinary Leadership Podcast - it helps us reach more leaders who are ready to lead differently. 🔁 Share this episode with at least one leader who would benefit from these insights. 💬 And let me know in the comments: What is your biggest takeaway from today's episode? If this conversation shifted how you think about leading your team through what's coming, share it with a leader in your circle who's still asking "should we" instead of "how do we.   00:00 - Introduction: The host introduces guest Brett King 05:00 - Historical Patterns: King discusses historical tech disruptions over the past 350 years, emphasizing that resistance from governments or industries has never successfully halted technological advancement. 09:44 - Energy Demands of AI 11:15 - AI Scaling Laws 14:43 - The Future Purpose Economy 22:08 - Timelines for Global Milestones 26:36 - Consciousness and Self-Governance 36:41 - Workforce Displacement & Leadership 42:52 - Closing Remarks