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AI is changing the way we work at an unprecedented speed. How can business leaders stay ahead of the curve and champion emerging technologies to benefit themselves and their teams? On WorkLab, we talk to experts about the work trends you need to know today—from how to use AI effectively to what it takes to thrive in a digital age. Join host Molly Wood as she explores the science of work and ingenuity.

2 DAYS AGO

Microsoft’s Chief Scientist on AI’s Untapped Potential

If you want to have a fascinating conversation about AI, talk to Jaime Teevan. In her recent discussion with WorkLab podcast host Molly Wood, Microsoft’s chief scientist shared key insights informed by her decades of research into productivity and collaboration. They also talk about how conversations will become increasingly important as we level up our AI skills, and how leaders can challenge themselves and their teams to think more creatively about tapping the full potential of the technology. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter

30 min
6 NOV

Want Real AI Transformation? Focus on Your People and Processes

“The biggest advice I have for CEOs is to ask, what are you trying to solve? What’s your strategy? What’s your business problem? And then we can think about how AI can support that.” That’s the message of Delphine Zurkiya, a senior partner at the strategy and management consulting firm McKinsey & Company who works with clients while also leading her division’s AI initiatives. In this episode, we discuss AI adoption, reskilling teams for this new era of work, and the value of being completely transparent about when and how you use AI. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter Microsoft Podcasts – Stay connected, informed, and entertained with original podcasts from Microsoft

25 min
23 OCT

Tackling the World’s Toughest Problems with AI

“With artificial intelligence and data at our fingertips, we now have the tools to address the world’s most pressing problems. We no longer have excuses.” That’s the message of Juan Lavista Ferres, a Microsoft corporate vice president and the chief data scientist of the company’s AI for Good Lab. He joined us to share key insights about the lab’s work and highlight what business leaders can learn from Microsoft’s efforts to harness technology to make the world a better place. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter Microsoft Podcasts – Stay connected, informed, and entertained with original podcasts from Microsoft

25 min
9 OCT

How Can Leaders Invest the Time That AI Gives Back?

“If you want to really understand artificial intelligence, a good starting point is to get better at understanding human intelligence,” says Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic. He’s a professor of business psychology, Chief Talent Scientist at Manpower Group, and author of several books on talent, leadership, and technology. He joins host Molly Wood to discuss how AI can help unlock greater performance, from improving recruiting and decision making to freeing up more time to apply our unique human skills. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter Click here to stay connected, informed, and entertained with original podcasts from Microsoft

23 min
25 SEPT

Timm Chiusano on AI and “Winning the Week”

“My purpose is helping people do their best work by being the best version of themselves,” says Timm Chiusano, a creative executive turned TikTok superstar. He’s garnered more than a million followers with content sharing his insights about leadership, productivity, and creativity. He joins us to discuss the joys of managing, the value of authenticity, leadership strategies for incorporating technology into the workplace, and the value of being mindful and present in your work and personal lives. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter

23 min
12 SEPT

Lumen CEO Kate Johnson Says Leaders Should Be Catalysts

What does it take to transform your business from the ground up for the AI era? There’s no better person to ask than Kate Johnson, President and CEO of the telecommunications company Lumen. In this episode of the WorkLab podcast, she talks about how AI is helping the company stay agile in the ever-shifting telecom industry. We also delve into the importance of changing company culture in tandem with its technology, and how she has prepared her teams for this new era of work. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter

25 min
4 SEPT

How to Keep Up with the AI Transformation

AI is transforming every aspect of organizations, from structure to culture. How can smart leaders harness its full potential to enhance productivity and get more out of collaboration? How can they ensure that it’s functioning as a vital member of their team? How can they leverage its ability to add value, spot new opportunities, and help build out entirely new business models? In the upcoming season of the WorkLab podcast from Microsoft, we’ll be exploring all of these questions. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter

2 min
5 JUN

Khan Academy founder Sal Khan on the Future of Learning

Imagine a world where we each have our own personal tutor who knows exactly when we need more challenge, support, or motivation. Sal Khan believes AI can be that tutor. He’s the founder of the online education nonprofit Khan Academy and the author of several books on education technology, and he’s here to talk about how smart companies can leverage AI to make the skilling process more responsive, more personalized, more accessible, and more effective. We also delve into Khan Academy’s experience crafting its own AI teaching tool. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter Khan Academy Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at news.microsoft.com/podcasts.

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AI is changing the way we work at an unprecedented speed. How can business leaders stay ahead of the curve and champion emerging technologies to benefit themselves and their teams? On WorkLab, we talk to experts about the work trends you need to know today—from how to use AI effectively to what it takes to thrive in a digital age. Join host Molly Wood as she explores the science of work and ingenuity.