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AI and Authenticity: A New Era in Executive Coaching

An inspiring conversation with executive coach Renita Joyce Smith on the Artificial Impact Podcast by Good Burt Media.



What happens when you mix real human connection with emerging technology? That’s exactly what this conversation explores.


In this episode of the Artificial Impact podcast, I sat down with Renita Joyce Smith, executive coach and founder of Leap Forward Coaching & Consulting, to talk about what it really looks like to integrate AI into leadership, coaching, and personal development—without losing what makes us human.

Renita has spent years helping leaders show up more fully and authentically in their work. She believes in the power of understanding people, and she brings that same energy to how she’s exploring AI. We talked about everything from using AI as a creative thought partner, to how it can support (not replace) the deeper work of coaching.


There’s something refreshing about hearing from someone who’s deeply rooted in personal growth and still excited about what’s possible with technology. This isn’t a conversation about robots taking over jobs—it’s about how we can use AI intentionally, ethically, and creatively to support the work we’re already doing.


Some things we covered:

  • How Renita made the shift from consulting to coaching

  • Why emotional intelligence and self-awareness still matter—even in an AI world

  • How AI tools can support better decision-making and communication

  • What it means to stay authentic in your work, even when using tech

  • Why prompting is a skill worth learning

  • How to use AI without losing your voice

  • The ethics of coaching with AI

  • Why self-acceptance is often the key to growth

“AI is a beautiful tool—but your power comes in prompting.” — Renita Joyce Smith

Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or just trying to figure out how to work with AI without losing your spark, this one’s for you.



Some favorite lines from Renita:

“AI is my boo.”

“Be more of yourself at work.”

“AI isn’t going to replace people.”

“It’s a fantastic mirror.”

“Just go try, go play.”


This conversation is about curiosity, self-trust, and learning to work alongside the tools of the future—without letting them define us.


Hope you enjoy it.

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