International leadership expert and award-winning mentor Rowdy McLean says AI will never replace a great leadership mentor
PR Newswire
NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2025
Rowdy McLean's 6-week leadership accelerator focuses on influence, recognition, and professional advancement beyond automation
NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- While Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries at record pace, global leadership expert Rowdy McLean today announced the launch of a new program that challenges a critical assumption: that AI can replace human leadership mentorship. His 6-week accelerator is designed to prove why authentic mentorship remains the ultimate driver of executive growth and organizational success.
AI's impact on the C-suite is undeniable. A survey by edX and Workplace Intelligence revealed that 49% of CEOs believe most or all of their responsibilities could eventually be replaced by AI. Adding to the concern, Mo Gawdat, former Google X executive, has predicted a "job apocalypse" by 2027, with Artificial General Intelligence outperforming humans even in executive roles.
Yet, McLean argues that leadership cannot be reduced to algorithms. "AI is a powerful tool, but it can't listen, challenge, or inspire in the way a great leadership mentor can," says McLean. "I've built a program that shows why human mentorship will always be the ultimate career accelerator."
McLean's Leadership Accelerator Program offers a structured, 6-week path to build trust, authority, executive presence, and professional recognition without years of trial, error, or burnout. Designed for executives and high-potential leaders, the program focuses on cultivating influence, decision-making confidence, and career advancement strategies that AI cannot replicate.
The launch comes at a pivotal time for industries worldwide, where organizations are simultaneously harnessing AI efficiencies and re-examining the irreplaceable role of human leadership. McLean's program equips leaders to leverage AI as a support tool while safeguarding the mentorship, empathy, and vision that drive long-term success.
For more details on the program, visit: rowdymclean.co.
About Rowdy McLean
Rowdy McLean is a global leadership strategist, best selling author and award winning keynote speaker who shows professionals how to accelerate their careers with proven frameworks for impact and influence. His mission is to help leaders achieve success and recognition while balancing performance with authenticity.
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