What does leadership look like in a world defined by AI, complex systems, and rapid technological change? In this episode of the Future Forum podcast, host Oli Barrett speaks with engineering leader and former CEO of the Royal Academy of Engineering, Hayaatun Sillem. Together they explore how leadership is evolving in an increasingly complex world, from systems thinking and engineering biology to the role of diversity, convergence, and the next generation of leaders. Hayaatun shares insights from decades at the intersection of science, engineering, technology and policy, and explains why the most powerful leaders of the future will prioritise humility, adaptability and human-centred systems. If you're a founder, creative thinker, innovator or future-focused leader, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, technology and the future. 🎙 About the Podcast The Future Forum podcast brings together leaders, thinkers and innovators to explore the ideas shaping tomorrow. For more information, head to www.futureforum.co Each episode explores the intersection of leadership, technology, creativity and systems thinking. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about the future of leadership, innovation and creativity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:05 A glimpse of the future 03:40 The mindset of an “active optimist” 05:30 Why engineering must become human-centric 08:30 Being an outsider on the inside 09:30 Quickfire leadership questions 13:15 AI, quantum and engineering biology 16:10 Why innovation happens outside your lane 19:05 Learning to be comfortable with uncertainty 21:46 The evolution of leadership 24:30 How to build better future leaders 27:37 What motorsport teaches about teamwork 29:57 What we should have taken seriously 10 years ago 32:24 Memo to the future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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