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It was a very fruitful investment of time attending the session about Navigating talent turbulence: Leveraging AI & redefining workforce management for a resilient future organized by People Matters. Thanks to Renu Bohra & Loly Vadassery for such a fascinating conversation, and it was wonderful to hear your perspective.  Key take away for me have been –  1.  AI is here to stay, and we need to embrace it by gaining the right level of knowledge. 2.  Real-time examples of how predictive AI absenteeism in a manufacturing set-up helped in understanding the mass behavior of the employees, impacting reduction and planning for absenteeism.  3.  Good examples of hybrid working styles suiting the needs of various industries. 4.  D&I as a lens in digital space for flexibility – on how flexibility was practiced in progressive organizations pre-pandemic, flexibility around role change, location change, employee work-life balance and, in the case of plant set up, other arrangements around-leaves flexibility using AI. 5.  Use digitization for performance management culture. Mindset for HR 1.  Authentic leaders 2.  Compassionate outlook 3.  Contribute to margins #AI #digitalmindset #authenticleadership #perfromanceculture #managereffectiveness #hybrid #trust #predictiveAI #talent #compassion #culture

𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 🤖🌟 In a tech-driven world, it’s tempting to act like machines—always on, hyper-efficient, and data-obsessed. But conscious leadership embraces our humanness: empathy, intuition, and real connection. AI and tech are powerful tools, but they’re not substitutes for what makes us uniquely human. 🟣 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁, 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 🌱 Lead with people at the forefront. Use AI to enhance, not replace, human touchpoints like empathy and connection. 🟣 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🤝 AI can support teamwork, but it’s collaboration that harnesses diverse strengths and fuels innovation. 🟣 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 🌟 Let your values guide you, not just data. AI can inform your strategy, but purpose drives real impact. 🟣 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗻 🚀 Acknowledge human limits and prioritise well-being. Use tech to lighten the load, not to demand more. 🟣 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗲, 𝗬𝗲𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 🌐 Stay flexible with tech but keep your leadership grounded in real, relatable values. Leadership is about being the best humans we can be, not striving to be more like machines. Let’s embrace AI as a tool but lead with heart and humanity. 🌟 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿! 🌐 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Leverage emotional intelligence for better outcomes. 🚀 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: Empower your team to reach new heights. 🌿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴: Boost retention by nurturing a happy, healthy workplace. 🤝 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁: Ready to take your leadership to the next level? DM me for transformative strategies, powerful workshops, and programmes that’ll change the game! 📷 Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Copyright: Devrimb

They say change is constant. Inside organizations we often talk about transformation as a time-boxed project, program, or initiative, but aren’t we always transforming? Shouldn't we be? Personally I spent over two decades driving various types of transformation at large enterprises, spanning people, processes and technology. It’s never easy, and rarely goes according to even the most well-laid plans. When it comes to AI-driven transformation, there exists an ‘everything, everywhere, all at once’ scenario, with more impact, more complexity, and more at stake. AI readiness, including Responsible AI literacy and skills development, has become imperative for businesses to stay competitive, including attracting and retaining the right talent to execute your strategic vision. I loved my recent conversation with Andrew Whyatt-Sames, Co-founder of uptakeAI, a boutique AI consultancy, on the latest episode of ‘Elevate Your AIQ’. Andrew is a forward-thinking leader who deeply understands the benefits and challenges of transforming organizations, with a background in occupational psychology (I/O psychology here in the US) and many years designing leadership and cultural development programs at a Big 4 consultancy. Andrew and I have each taken our own non-linear career paths, but today we clearly park our cars in the same garage, advocating AI readiness for our AI-powered yet human-centric future of work. We talk about these topics and more: 💡 The critical role of AI in today's business landscape. 💡 Strategies for building an AI-ready organization. 💡 Overcoming common challenges in AI implementation. 💡 The ethical considerations and responsible use of AI. 💡 Real-world examples of successful AI transformations. Tune in to this insightful discussion to hear how you can increase your organizational ‘AIQ’, along with your likelihood of AI transformation success! #AILiteracy #AIReadiness #AITransformation #FoW https://lnkd.in/gYqRiEjX

🌟 The Future of Work: AI and People Analytics 🌟 Have you ever wondered how AI can revolutionize the way we understand our workforce? AI in People Analytics isn't just a trend; it's transforming leadership and talent management. Imagine having insights into employee performance, engagement, and potential—all in real-time. This data-driven approach helps leaders make informed decisions, foster high-performing teams, and create a thriving organizational culture. As CEOs and leaders, how do we harness this power effectively? It's not just about the technology but aligning it with our strategic goals. Investing in AI tools is essential, but developing a culture that embraces data-driven decision-making is equally important. What's your take? How are you integrating AI into your people analytics strategy? Let's discuss! 🔍💬

🌟 AI as a Wellbeing Coach: The Future of Organizational Transformation 🌟 McKinsey & Company’s latest insights on Gen AI reveal a powerful shift: AI is moving from employee experimentation to fueling entire organizational transformations. At YOL, we’re excited to be part of this wave through our new partnership with Sageful AI. Imagine AI not just as a productivity tool but as a personalized wellbeing coach, empowering leaders and teams to manage stress, boost energy, and enhance overall wellbeing. By combining AI’s precision with YOL’s human-centered approach, we’re taking employee wellbeing to the next level—making it more accessible, personalized, and impactful. Join us as we explore how AI can transform the way we care for ourselves and our teams, helping organizations thrive from the inside out. 💡 #Wellbeing #OrganizationalTransformation #Leadership #SagefulAI #Innovation #ExperienceYOL

📊 New Research Alert: An interesting new BCG study reveals a powerful way that genAI can expand workers' capabilities and increase productivity. Here's the game-changing insight: 🔑 Key Finding: "We've now found that it's possible for employees who didn't have the full know-how to perform a particular task yesterday to use GenAI to complete the same task today." What could it mean for organisations as we deploy this transformative tool? 🚀💡 💪 GenAI as a Force Multiplier: Significantly expands workers' capabilities and drives productivity. ⚖️ Risk Management is Crucial: Vigilance in managing GenAI implementation risks is essential. 🧠 Continuous Learning is Non-Negotiable: Ongoing development is key to harnessing GenAI's potential. 🎯 Strategic Workforce Planning: Rethinking talent management in light of GenAI's impact. 🆔 Redefining Professional Identity: Reconsidering how we define ourselves professionally as roles evolve. 🤝 Collective Preparation: Navigating the GenAI-augmented workforce requires collaborative effort. As leaders, we must guide our teams through this transition, leveraging GenAI's benefits while addressing challenges. How is your organization preparing for this revolution? 🚀💼 #GenerativeAI #FutureOfWork #WorkforceTransformation #AI #LeadershipInTech https://lnkd.in/eegpVN8a

As a “knowledge worker or technical expert,” if you lack creativity, critical thinking, reasoning, and interpersonal soft skills. AI is a serious threat to your job. Otherwise, good business and technology people become great ones. Good leaders become GREAT ones. “By embracing new technologies and embedding GenAI responsibly across the business, There is a real opportunity to enhance jobs and supercharge the employee experience." Maximizing your talent, tools, and time. We help with people, process and problem-solving, by helping you unlock more #Accountable #Business #Insights #Decisions #Experiences To create, capture and deliver more value.

🌟 "AI Maturity: Unlocking Value Across Business Dimensions" Key Highlights: 📈 Higher Growth: Future-built AI leaders achieve 50% higher revenue growth and 60% higher shareholder returns. 💡 Innovation & Efficiency: Companies at the forefront generate 1.9x more patents and deliver 40% higher RoIC. 🏆 Engaged Workforce: Advanced AI adoption leads to 1.4x better employee satisfaction. Source - BCG Built for Future #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #AILeadership #FutureOfWork Stuart Kippelman Jeff Winter Aurimas Griciūnas Barry Scannell Dr. Martha Boeckenfeld Richard Turrin Elitsa Krumova Shilpi Sharma Sanjay Macwan

“By embracing new technologies and embedding GenAI responsibly across the business, There is a real opportunity to enhance jobs and supercharge the employee experience." With help for people, processes and problem-solving. To maximize your talent, tools, and time. We get you strategically aligned, tactically defined, and operationally refined. To create, capture, and deliver more value to be at your best for whatever comes next. “Building better businesses one person at a time. Helping you focus on what matters most, helping you help more people.” “Connect, communicate, collaborate to map, bridge, integrate. Working, building, and growing together.” With more #accountable, #business, #insights #decisions #experiences

There are always leaders and followers, and if we talk about driving change, we see Change Leaders who disrupted the market by introducing AI and those who follow those patterns to regain some share in bringing that change. As we replicate this to HRM, we can use AI to become change leaders and emerge as a strategic partner in steering organizations toward success. By integrating advanced technologies, HR professionals can cultivate a competitive edge and foster a quality-driven culture. The future of HR isn't just about managing talent anymore—it's about leveraging AI to create environments where innovation and excellence thrive. Note: This image is AI-generated.