HR Happy Hour Network HR's Role in Managing and Developing the Workforce of the Future
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Apr 4, 2025 Andrew Spence, a Workforce Futurist and insightful consultant, shares his expertise on evolving workforce dynamics. He discusses how work design is changing and the significant role technology plays in this shift. The rise of a decentralized workforce and its impact on management is a key topic, alongside productivity in an AI-driven world. Andrew also highlights the potential loneliness epidemic stemming from remote work and emphasizes the importance of creativity and adaptability in future work environments.
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Technology Adoption Cycles in HR
- New technologies like AI take time to fit effectively into HR roles and processes.
- Early hype often overestimates immediate impact but tools like AI can boost work quality and efficiency.
Leverage AI with Realistic Expectations
- Use AI to enhance productivity by leveraging its strengths as an editor and researcher.
- Recognize AI's limits and avoid overestimating its ability to replace professional skills wholly.
Work Design in AI Era
- Productivity now depends on worker effectiveness with AI and automation tools.
- HR should refocus on designing work beyond just filling permanent roles to include freelancers and automation.
