A Look Back from 2030: The Human Side of AI

A Look Back from 2030: The Human Side of AI

Author: Maryrose Lyons July 13, 2025 Duration: 22:32

A Look Back from 2030: The Human Side of AI

How Skills, Culture, and Transformation Shaped the Future of Work

In this episode of Chatting GPT, Maryrose Lyons sits down with transformation expert Stephanie Prenderville for a playful yet thought-provoking conversation set in the year 2030.

Together, they explore how work has evolved in an AI-first world—from three-day work weeks and skills-based rewards to the critical importance of human literacy. You’ll hear insights about why creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking have become the core skills of the modern workforce, and how leaders can overcome fear and overwhelm to build cultures that thrive alongside technology.

Topics Covered:

  • What it really means to put humans at the heart of AI
  • How AI transformed hiring, learning, and performance management
  • Why critical thinking and human literacy are non-negotiable leadership skills
  • The move to transparent, skills-based rewards
  • The role of creativity and sustainability in measuring success
  • Tips for leaders starting their AI transformation journey

Connect with Stephanie Prenderville:

👉 Follow Stephanie on LinkedIn

Learn more about the AI Institute:

👉 Visit the AI Institute Website


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Maryrose Lyons brings her experience from the AI Institute to Chatting GPT, a podcast that digs into the practical realities of artificial intelligence. Instead of theoretical discussions, these are grounded conversations with the directors, founders, and strategists who are implementing AI solutions right now. You’ll hear from people who have moved their organizations beyond pilot projects into genuine transformation, sharing what worked, what didn’t, and why. The focus often lands on the built environment-exploring how AI is actively reshaping design processes, construction methodologies, and facility management from the studio to the job site. This series is built on the premise that the most valuable lessons come from those with hands-on experience. Each episode unpacks the human decisions behind the technology, offering tangible insights for professionals in technology, business, and education who are navigating their own courses. By listening to this podcast, you gain access to a rare dialogue about applied intelligence, where the conversation is always rooted in real-world execution and impact.
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