The Josh Bersin Company

The Rise Of The Supermanager

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Oct 20, 2025
Discover the emergence of the Supermanager role in the age of AI. Managers are now vital in driving transformation and innovation, redefining their functions amid technological advances. Everyday employees will be pivotal in developing AI tools, necessitating fresh management strategies. Learn about the essential capabilities of supermanagers, such as understanding AI and fostering employee growth. A robust management culture will differentiate successful businesses in AI adoption, making it clear that effective leaders are crucial for thriving in this new landscape.
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Three Forms Of AI Adoption

  • AI appears in three forms: embedded in apps, as corporate programs, and as individual/team-built agents.
  • The biggest transformation will come from employees building personalized AI agents, not just vendor features.
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Agents Democratize App Development

  • AI agents democratize application development like spreadsheets did in the 1980s.
  • Non-engineers will be able to create and customize tools for their daily work.
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Managers Will Lead Builders

  • Front-line employees will become builders who customize tools and workflows for their roles.
  • Managers will now lead teams of developers, not just teams that execute tasks.
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