How to Lead in the New World of Work

We’re in an era of hyperinnovation, full of rapid technological advancements in artificial intelligence and beyond. This environment is creating a new world of work, one that offers both opportunities and challenges. What are business leaders to do in such exciting, volatile times? That was the focus of Fast Company’s recent New World of Work Summit in partnership with HP, which included a panel discussion on how to lead in this new era, featuring experts from different fields. Here are three takeaways from their conversation.

Brian Elliott argues that leaders must get their own hands on AI and other new tools if they expect their team members to adopt them. Too often, he pointed out, this isn’t the case. When employees see that their leaders are learning and adapting alongside the rest of the team, it inherently builds trust.

Second, Elliott recommends that leaders ensure they remain focused on business outcomes. Rather than dictate use of a certain tool or process, present it as one tool of an entire arsenal that team members can use to achieve that outcome. Trusting them to execute will engender trust in you as a leader.