New Report Urges Authentic Leadership as a Framework for Sustainable Communities in the Age of AI

Artificial intelligence is set to reshape the global economy, but a new report warns that unless leaders take an authentic, strengths-based approach, AI-driven transformation could erode trust, damage communities, and harm future generations.

Perth based author, business advisor, and facilitator Kimmaree Thompson has launched Leading Authentically in the Age of AI: A Strengths-Based Framework for Peak Performance & Purposeful Flow, a groundbreaking Executive Briefing that equips leaders with the tools and mindset to navigate AI responsibly.

"AI isn't just another tool—it's a force multiplier," Thompson said. "It gives leaders unprecedented power to monitor, automate, and influence. But if we repeat the mistakes of the past, such as the Robodebt crisis, we risk amplifying harm at an unimaginable scale. The choice for leaders now is clear: use AI to strengthen trust, or risk destroying it."

The report integrates research from Positive Psychology, organisational change, and digital transformation. It introduces a three-part framework to help leaders thrive in uncertain times:

Self - Authentic Presence: grounding leadership in values, strengths, and flow.

Teams - Strengths-Based Practice: building psychological safety, trust, and collaboration.

Systems - Values-Aligned Impact: designing ethical, transparent, and locally relevant solutions.

It also contrasts corporate, local business, and sustainable leadership models, highlighting the role of resilience, regenerative practices, and trust-based networks in regional economies.

"This is not the time for transactional, short-term leadership," Thompson argues. "The Age of AI demands leaders who can balance performance with purpose, speed with integrity, and innovation with humanity."

The publication is already drawing interest across corporate, government, and community sectors, positioning itself as a timely resource for directors, executives, policymakers, and entrepreneurs navigating the intersection of technology, leadership, and economic transformation.

Availability

The report is available globally across multiple platforms and in multiple formats:

Paperback Edition: Amazon Store

Kindle eBook Edition: Amazon Store

Audiobook Edition: Google Play

A full list of all options to secure this report is available on the Authors Website

Kimmaree Thompson is available for online & in-person briefing sessions for organisations, communities and industry groups. Review copies of this report are available for Media. For more information, review copies, or media interviews or Full Media Kit including Pull-Quotes, Downloadable Images, Flash-Facts please contact the Author at: reports@kimmareethompson.com.