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The Leadership Capability the Future Demands

As decisions get faster and more automated, the human cost becomes harder to see. The Human Loop helps leaders reflect deeply, act wisely, and stay aligned with their values in the age of AI.

This is more than a book. It’s a framework, a set of prompts, and a research initiative designed to help leaders pause, think critically, and lead responsibly in a world of intelligent machines.

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Endorsed by Leaders Shaping the Future of Work

In a world where leadership is moving at warp speed, The Human Loop offers something rare and essential. A structured space to pause, reflect, and lead with intention.

"Sparks Taylor and Graswich have created a framework that brings structure to one of the most essential, yet underdeveloped, leadership literacies. Reflection."

Bob Johansen, PhD, Author and Distinguished Fellow, Institute for the Future

"The Human Loop is the essential guide for leaders navigating the age of AI and Quantum disruption. This book doesn't just meet the moment. It defines it."

Irada Sadykhova, PhD, Senior Director of Culture and Organization Development, Microsoft

"In a world where work is being rapidly deconstructed and augmented, leaders must elevate the quality of their judgment and discernment. The Human Loop gives leaders a structured reflection practice that sharpens decision-making and anchors work design in clarity, responsibility, and humanity. It is an essential capability for the future of work."

John W. Boudreau, PhD, Award-Winning Scientist, Futurist, and Thought Leader

"A call for…critical reflection…in a time of rapid technological change."

Pedro A. Noguera, PhD, Dean, USC Rossier School of Education

How Reflective Is Your Leadership?

Take the Human Loop Reflection Assessment, a quick, research-based self-assessment to measure your capacity for structured reflection. In less than 5 minutes, you’ll get a Reflection Score and insights into how you balance speed with responsibility.

Retake it over time to track your growth. Your anonymous participation also contributes to global research on how reflection strengthens leadership in the age of AI.

About the Authors

Elizabeth Graswich and Jennifer Sparks Taylor met as doctoral students at the University of Southern California and their research revealed a shared truth: reflection is not a nice-to-have but a leadership necessity. That discovery inspired, The Human Loop,  a book designed as both a practical framework and the launch of a new research initiative. This first edition invites leaders not only to practice structured reflection but also to join a global study exploring how reflection strengthens judgment, discernment, and humanity…ultimately responsible leadership.

Dr. Elizabeth GraswichDr. Elizabeth Graswich understands leaders. First as a newspaper reporter and now as a senior communications executive, Elizabeth has seen some leaders make decisions in self-interest and others act for the greater good. Her experiences as a journalist and in K-12 education convinced her the world needs more responsible leaders who operate as protectors of the people they serve. The best leaders engage with and learn from people at all levels, inside and outside their organizations. Elizabeth believes by fostering structured reflection, responsible leaders cultivate ethical decision-making that prioritizes people and long-term impacts in an era of relentless technological advancement, change, and disruption.

Dr. Jennifer Sparks TaylorDr. Jennifer Sparks Taylor helps organizations ensure their values aren’t just slogans but valuable experiences for employees and customers. With expertise in marketing, communications, and leadership, she understands how self-awareness shapes communication, workplace culture, and drives success. Jennifer encourages leaders to slow down, reflect in-the-moment and on-the-moment, to think critically, and make responsible decisions with greater intention. Jennifer believes structured reflection is a catalyst for building stronger teams, better workplaces, and a more human-centered world.