Praise for Role Modelship

“In Role Modelship, Eli Potter has filled a vital open space on every business leader’s current bookshelf, one reserved for a consummate guide to mastery in this new world of blended intelligence. If you remember nothing else from her compelling narrative, it is this: Artificial intelligence cannot be what it cannot see.” —Matthew E. May, author of The Elegant Solution and What a Unicorn Knows

“Every organization in this tech world needs these principles and techniques. It is important that we focus on Role Modelship in the age of AI—and ensure that people are modeling complete, compassionate leadership.” —Jack Canfield, author of The Success Principles and cocreator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series

“When we realize how utterly influenceable we are as humans, we can shift the idea of role modeling from the periphery of our minds to a more central position in our thoughts and actions.” —Bill O’Connor, founder and partner, Innovista

“Learning from an antifragile role model should improve our human capital. In turn, the additional human capital, whether it’s in the form of additional skills we learned or formal education that we received while overcoming those challenges, increases the individual’s productivity and potential earnings in the labor market.” —Maxine Lee, PhD, associate professor of economics, San Francisco State University

“If you want to have a greater impact personally and professionally, this book is for you. It is packed with role models anyone can relate to and many actionable ways to build role modelship habits. The power of putting these principles and frameworks into practice lies in their integration and harmonization.” —Helen Lin, founder and CEO, Discern

“AI is advancing at a pace that is redefining competitive advantage, reshaping customer expectations, and raising the stakes for every executive. In my work with hundreds of companies navigating rapid transformation, I have seen a clear pattern: Speed and scale collapse when leaders ignore the human scaffolding of trust, stewardship, and ethical leadership. Eli Potter’s Role Modelship introduces a pragmatic approach to change that gives executives a playbook to connect technological innovation with enduring human values. This book is not just timely, it is essential for leaders who want systems that are both resilient and human-centered. The leaders who embrace this approach will multiply their impact. And the ones who don't will see AI accelerate fragility faster than they can recover.” —Ellie Wu, founder and executive advisor, CSuiteCX

“This book is a playbook for anyone serious about scaling with purpose. It blends practical habits with enduring leadership principles that help start-ups grow up fast and established companies stay fresh. The lessons drawn from countless role models give you the pattern recognition to anticipate challenges and seize opportunities. It’s equal parts fresh perspective and disciplined guidance for leaders at any stage.” —Scott Hart, CFO of NMI

“Eli Potter’s Role Modelship is a practical guide to leading with purpose in the age of AI. She breaks down five core habits—stewardship, fellowship, mentorship, leadership, and sponsorship—into clear, usable frameworks that help leaders amplify their impact. I found the BRAVER and SOBER models especially useful for anyone navigating change and building teams that can adapt with both discipline and empathy.” —John Shaw, entrepreneur; former private equity AI and ML lead, AWS

“Help other people get what they want, and you’ll never have any wants yourself. That idea of service has stayed with me throughout my career and life. True leadership and influence come from helping others see the best in themselves.” —Mark Porter, financial advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services

“In an era where AI challenges the meaning of human value, Role Modelship arrives as the book we urgently need. It redefines leadership through values, mentorship, and multidisciplinary thinking—empowering us to educate future leaders who can unite ethics, innovation, and purpose to shape a more humane, intelligent future.” —Shantha Mohan, PhD, Carnegie Mellon University