Show Notes
Technology isn’t just disruptive; it can extend our capabilities and magnify what makes us unique at work. As AI makes routine tasks easier, our distinctiveness - judgment, relationships, expertise - matters more. The real question is, what will you choose to amplify, and what will you keep human?
In this episode, Lynda Gratton explores how technology can enhance a long working life, featuring psychologist Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic and Top 50 Business Thinker, Dorie Clark. They discuss practical ways to use tech to extend reach, reputation, and impact, and why deliberate choices are key to thriving in the age of AI.
Host:
Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management Practice in Organisational Behaviour, London Business School
Guests:
Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Psychologist, author and entrepreneur
Dorie Clark, Best-selling author and Top 50 Business Thinker
Chapters:00:50 Introduction02:00 Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic on AI and the future of work12:58 Amplifying your capabilities and staying distinctive21:23 Dorie Clark on reach, reputation and career opportunities34:34 Staying human and playing the long game41:55 Four tips for amplification46:44 Lynda’s final thoughts
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