In an era marked by never-ending technological advancements, artificial intelligence has emerged as a transformative force that permeates every aspect of our lives, particularly business and work.

In July 2023, the McKinsey Global Institute estimated that AI has the potential to add $4.4 trillion per year to the world’s economy. From streamlining everyday tasks to revolutionizing entire industries, AI’s impact is both pervasive and profound. As I have illustrated in my latest book, I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us Unique (Harvard Business Review Press, 2023), the more we depend on technology, the more we come to value the human and humane aspects of life. AI and related technologies provide us with a great opportunity to rehumanize organizations and society, cultivating the skills, values, and behaviors that make us unique. But this result is not a given, and must not be taken for granted. Instead, realizing the massive challenges and realistic risks we face should hopefully translate into appropriate changes and initiatives to allow us humans to thrive in the AI age.

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