Closing The Information Gap | Ask for Change

Описание: Is your company facing a succession problem — not a recession problem?

In this episode of Ask for Change, I sit down with world-renowned economist and leadership expert Dr. Mary Kelly to unpack one of the biggest hidden threats in today’s marketplace: the growing knowledge gap inside organizations.

While leaders are focused on AI, tariffs, quarterly earnings, and economic uncertainty, many companies are quietly gutting their middle talent — creating dangerous leadership and experience gaps that could cost them long-term stability.

We discuss:
✔️ Why succession planning is more urgent than ever
✔️ How short-term thinking is weakening long-term growth
✔️ The truth about generational shifts in the workforce
✔️ Why mentorship programs are critical (and how to structure them correctly)
✔️ How to retain top talent before they walk out the door
✔️ What to expect economically in 2026
✔️ How leaders can stay calm, focused, and proactive in a volatile world

Dr. Kelly also shares powerful insights on navigating uncertainty, controlling what you can control, and why action always trumps fear.

If you’re a CEO, business owner, or leader trying to balance profitability with sustainability, this conversation will challenge how you think about workforce strategy, leadership development, and long-term competitive advantage.

Because in today’s marketplace, the companies that win won’t be the fastest to cut costs. They’ll be the smartest about preserving knowledge, developing leaders, and filling the information gap.

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