WorkCookie - Get Ahead with Industrial/Organizational Psychology in the Workplace Ep. 252 - Human-Centric Leadership in the Age of AI
Apr 21, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Lee Crowson shares insights on AI's limitations, warning of potential dangers while drawing parallels to past tech booms. LindaAnn Rogers highlights the vital role of leadership in effectively integrating AI into organizations. Nic Krueger emphasizes the importance of human-centric leadership, especially in a capitalism that risks collateral damage. Together, they explore the balance between technological progress and employee well-being, urging leaders to prioritize human values in this rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Core Elements Of Human-Centric Leadership
- Human-centric leadership centers well-being, growth, transparency, and participative styles when integrating AI.
- Leaders must develop digital literacy and ethical AI use while preserving empathy and situational leadership.
Teach Leadership Before Adding AI Skills
- Start teaching core leadership skills before layering AI competencies onto managers.
- Provide hands-on, incremental learning with coaching rather than one-day seminars.
Human Touch Remains A Competitive Edge
- People will differentiate themselves by adding personal voice and judgment to AI outputs.
- Relying solely on generative outputs produces formulaic, indistinct work.
