Purpose at Work in the Age of AI

Executive Coach & Keynote Speaker

“In a tech-driven world, your foresight and authenticity as a leader is what makes your team excel. Ignite purpose, drive change, and harness the human core of innovation.
Science-based, down-to-earth, and with +15 years of empowering executives in Healthcare, Pharma, Academia, Administration, and Aviation.”
Nadine Bienefeld

FIND YOUR PASSION AND PURPOSE AT WORK AND INSPIRE YOUR TEAM IN THE AI TRANSFORMATION

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, your role as a leader extends beyond integrating new technologies—it's about inspiring your team to embrace change, nurturing trust, and creating tangible business value. With a rich background in executive coaching and as a pioneer in human-AI teaming at ETH Zürich, I guide you through this multifaceted transition, ensuring your strategies are aligned with human-centric, ethical, and sustainable practices.

IGNITE PURPOSE - EMBRACE CHANGE

With most of the workforce disengaged (87% according to the latest Gallup survey), the need for redefining workplace dynamics has never been more pressing. My approach transcends technology, focusing on a human-centered strategy that revitalizes your team’s engagement, productivity, and satisfaction. Whether it's steering AI initiatives or leading diverse teams, the principles of authentic leadership and purpose-finding are universal leadership assets. I offer practical tools such as design thinking and ideation to help you and your team rediscover purpose and thrive in the modern work environment.

MASTER UNCERTAINTY IN THE AGE OF AI

In the most critical moments, where every decision counts, leaders must rise to the occasion. Drawing lessons from two decades of working in and/or researching extreme teams from aviation, space exploration, and intensive care, I reveal how leadership thrives under pressure and how high-performing teams excel in high-risk, uncertain situations. This unique perspective infuses my coaching, as I guide you to become an authentic leader who builds trust and makes teams resilient in times of change and uncertainty.

USE COLLECTIVE KNOWLEDGE TO INNOVATE

At the heart of high-performing teams lies a foundation of trust and psychological safety, elements that are essential to unlocking the power of collective knowledge and innovation within your team. My approach goes beyond traditional coaching by embedding these tenets into every strategy and framework I share. By fostering inclusive leadership and a climate of psychological safety, we lay the groundwork for a culture where innovation thrives, and AI becomes a trusted ally rather than a disruptive force.

NOT YOUR USUAL COACH

I am your sparring partner and advisor offering mentorship tailored to the intersection of technology, team dynamics, and leadership challenges. My authentic, evidence-based coaching philosophy is designed to foster self-reflection and continuous growth, with regular milestones to measure and celebrate progress.

AGILE METHODOLOGY MEETS BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS

My methodology is a unique blend of design thinking principles and agile innovation, complemented by insights from behavioral economics and neuroscience (e.g., micro habits, nudging, persuasion). This approach is combined with various leadership styles and AI readiness assessments, ensuring a comprehensive and actionable strategy for leadership development in any transformation scenario.

EXECUTIVE COACHING JOURNEY: Personalized coaching sessions to help you navigate the transformation landscape with confidence and clarity.

BOARD AWARENESS PROGRAM: Tailored programs to cultivate board-level understanding and support for comprehensive organizational change.

TEAM COACHING: Workshops that infuse team science with practical insights into thriving in a changing world, enhancing team dynamics, and embracing innovation.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Impactful talks and panel discussions that translate the latest scientific research into actionable strategies, keeping you at the cutting edge of industry trends.

The power of voice - TEDx

In high-risk industries such as aviation, the capability and reliability of technical equipment has improved. Yet as many recent aviation accidents have shown, human beings remain the weak link. To make matters worse, teamwork, the only redundancy we have to stop operational errors, often fails.

How to solve the Explainable AI conundrum

Explainable AI (XAI) has emerged as a promising solution for addressing the implementation challenges of AI/ML in healthcare. However, little is known about how developers and clinicians interpret XAI and what conflicting goals and requirements they may have. This talk presents the findings of a longitudinal multi-method study involving 112 developers and clinicians who co-developed XAI solutions for a clinical decision support system. Listen to this talk given at Interaction week, the world-leading Interaction Design conference 23.

Is uncertainty always bad? - ETH podcast

"Uncertainty is something that makes people uncomfortable. At the same time, it is the only chance for learning", Nadine Bienefeld says. She is the Senior Researcher & Lecturer at the Department of Management, Technology, and Economics at the ETH. Nadine works in the team of Professor Gudela Grote, who is particularly interested in unlocking people's potential by increasing Uncertainty. At the same time, she points out: "Uncertainty is hard for people right now. And it is also a question of what resources you have to deal with the uncertainty". In the ETH Podcast, both Scientists tell us about their research and talk about how important it is to speak up in teams in stressful working environments.