Chief in Tech S1E70 - Preethi Guruswamy : From Authority to Impact – Redefining Strategic Presence for the Next Era of Leadership

In an AI-driven world, leadership is no longer defined by authority alone. What matters is the ability to influence, build trust, and create lasting impact.

In this Chief in Tech Deep Dive session, Preethi Guruswamy (Executive Coach, Leadership Facilitator & Lumina Spark Practitioner) explores how executive leaders can move beyond individual performance to shape organizational culture, strengthen decision-making, and drive sustainable transformation.

Drawing on 25+ years of technology leadership experience, Preethi shares how strategic presence, emotional regulation, and behavioral consistency can help leaders navigate complexity without sacrificing their well-being.

Key Takeaways

• How leadership expectations are evolving in AI-enabled organizations
• Moving from directive authority to strategic influence
• How executive behavior shapes culture and performance
• Leading transformation effectively without burnout

🎧 Tune in to discover how to turn executive presence into meaningful, sustainable leadership impact.