How to avoid burnout and maximize impact from AI

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Culture at work
Generative AI
Technology Adoption

Article exploring the disconnect between the hype surrounding AI's productivity benefits and the reality of its current impact on workers. It highlights a significant productivity dip initially, mirroring the J-curve of technology adoption, leading to increased worker burnout despite executive expectations of immediate gains. The author advocates for a strategic approach focusing on investments in training, support, and a clear plan for utilizing increased efficiency, arguing that addressing the "toil" of administrative tasks is crucial. Ultimately, the piece emphasizes that long-term success with AI requires substantial upfront investment in people, rather than solely focusing on immediate productivity metrics.

  • Generative AI Productivity Impact
  • The J-Curve of Technology Adoption
  • Investments in Training and Support
  • Building Trust through Goal Clarity, Focus on Outcomes
  • Role of Managers in GenAI Adoption
  • Examples of Successful AI Adoption
  • Executive Excitement vs Reality in Generative AI

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