In a recent webinar conversation with Dr. Chrissy Roth-Francis, Ed.D., Director of Talent Development at LinkedIn, and SPARK HR 2026 speaker, she shared what human-centered leadership actually looks like in practice right now, based on what she’s seeing inside one of the world’s most influential technology organizations.
During the webinar, three themes emerged on what human-centered leadership looks like right now:
1. Define Human-Centered Leadership Simply
Before diving into tech, remember that leadership starts with person-to-person connection. It isn’t about managing projects; it’s about managing people.
2. Master Adaptability as Your Primary Skill
In a world where technology moves faster than work itself, the ability to “roll with it” is more valuable than any technical certification.
3. Protect the Core Relationship from Automation
There are parts of the employee experience that must remain sacred. The bond between a manager and a direct report is the one area where technology should never interfere.
To hear all of Roth-Francis’s insights, sign up to watch the free on-demand webcast: “What Human-Centered Leadership Really Looks Like Right Now.”
Want to learn even more? Catch Chrissy Roth-Francis live at SPARK HR 2026 in St. Pete Beach, FL, April 28–30, 2026, for his full session: “Leading in an AI World: How Leadership Expectations Are Changing Faster Than Work Itself.”