Humanity Working · 2026-08-11 · 53 min
The team kicks off Paul’s new “Seven Big Questions About AI” series, with Matt joining him to explore the first big question: why is AI making some of us more burned out? They unpack the gap between AI’s promise of saving us time and the reality that it can raise performance expectations, accelerate the pace of work, and blur the boundaries between employees’ and managers’ expectations. They explore how AI can turn work into a never-ending treadmill, especially when productivity is measured by how much more people can get done rather than by the quality of the work. They also discuss how using AI as a time-saver versus a quality improver can lead to very different outcomes, the loss of learning and meaningful work when AI takes over tasks people enjoy, and the anxiety created by fears of job displacement and an uncertain future. And they look at the role of leadership, incentives, employee development, and adaptability in creating a future where AI helps people do more rewarding work without burning out. Humanity Working is a podcast focused on helping individuals, teams and organizations be ready for the future of work by maximizing their human potential.
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