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HBS Managing the Future of Work

Harvard Business School
Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI
Skills-Based Hiring
Remote Work
Workforce Development
Labor Market
Gig Economy
Leadership
Education
Future Of Work
Hybrid Work
Economic Mobility
Productivity
Diversity and Inclusion
Workforce Strategy
Investment Services
AI In the Workplace
Employee Engagement
Harvard Business School
Covid-19

Artificial intelligence. Robotics. The Gig Economy. Globalization. The world is changing at a dizzying pace in ways that will have a profound effect on the economy, jobs and the flow of talent. How will firms cope with the changes ahead and what steps do they need to take today? Each episode features faculty from the world’s leading business school interviewing CEOs, technologists and experts on t... more

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As careers last longer and AI accelerates workplace change, should extended career breaks become part of workforce strategy? Harvard Business School senior lecturer DJ DiDonna on burnout, reskilling, organizational resilience, and why sabbaticals may... more

We present Joe Fuller’s 2025 conversation with the Georgetown computer scientist, New Yorker contributor, and longtime student of knowledge work.

The Royal Bank of Canada CHRO explains how the bank's early AI investments are reshaping talent, leadership, and work. Also: RBC's strategic approach to integrating HSBC Bank Canada, redesigning entry-level roles, expanding college recruiting, balanc... more

The Conference Board's president and CEO sees AI as less a technological challenge than a managerial one, exacerbated by increasing global volatility. Drawing parallels to the introduction of the personal computer, he argues that governance, workflow... more

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Recent Guests

DJ DiDonna
Senior lecturer and MBA alum of Harvard Business School; founder of The Sabbatical Project; author of Big Time Off
Harvard Business School; The Sabbatical Project
Episode: Why time away may be the future of work
Kelly Bradley
Chief Human Resources Officer, Royal Bank of Canada
Royal Bank of Canada
Episode: RBC's Kelly Bradley on Disclosure, Disruption, and Developing Talent
Steve Odland
President and CEO of The Conference Board
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Episode: Steve Odland on governing AI in an age of uncertainty
Aarti Dhupelia
CEO of One Million Degrees, nonprofit supporting community college students
One Million Degrees
Episode: HBS Skydeck: Boosting Community College Outcomes
Darnell Epps
Founder and CEO of Thurgood Industries
Thurgood Industries
Episode: Darnell Epps on opening career pathways
Sal Khan
Founder of Khan Academy; educator and AI in education advocate
Khan Academy
Episode: Sal Khan on retooling workforce development and redesigning college
Kristen Silverberg
President and Chief Operating Officer of the Business Roundtable
Business Roundtable
Episode: Workforce Competitiveness: Business Roundtable's Kristen Silverberg
Judith Wiese
Chief People and Sustainability Officer, Siemens AG
Siemens AG
Episode: Siemens' Judith Wiese on engineering a global workforce transformation
Dana Stephenson
Co-founder and CEO of Riipen
Riipen
Episode: Units of work: Riipen's Dana Stephenson on experiential learning

Hosts

Joe Fuller
Host of Managing the Future of Work
Bill Kerr
Co-host of the Managing the Future of Work podcast, Harvard Business School

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 250 ratings
  • Managing the Future of Work hosted by William Kerr is a standout podcast for business enthusiasts. William's insightful interviews and deep understanding of the topic make each episode educational and engaging. He has a knack for making the topic easily digestible and turning it into actionable advice that listeners can apply to their situations. I highly recommend it - this is time well spent!

    Podchaser
    5
    Aly_Zenrabbit
    2 years ago
  • Well produced corporate speak

    I listened to the first 30 minutes of 4 or 5 episodes. They had IBM/HR, Cleveland clinic, Deloitte, workforce transitions and one other. Polite, well spoken corporate blather. It's the problem you get when you get the top person to speak; they can't say much of anything.

    Older marcomm people love the well packaged CEO, but podcasting is different. Deloitte's leader got great questions on remote work, specialists vs generalists, etc. In all cases, his answer was some version of "it depends on ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Marcus517
    United States2 years ago
  • A good variety of topics and thoughtful guests. I'm often pleasantly surprised by what I learn.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ken A
    4 years ago
  • Reconsider who u interview

    Pwc is a bad place to work with poor culture and coaching reconsider the folks u bring on

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    math24allstar
    United States5 years ago
  • Essential to my job

    As a community college president, I am keenly interested in the future of work and the role community colleges play in preparing the workforce. This podcast is an essential tool for me in leading my college to meet workforce needs of today and tommorow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RLAshford
    United States5 years ago

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Thoughtful discussions that connect AI, policy, and education
Well produced, high-level yet practical with strong guest quality
Diverse guest lineup; deep dives into workforce trends and skills-based hiring

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Why time away may be the future of work
Q: What should a company consider when piloting a sabbatical program?
Lead by example, plan in advance, ensure access is equitable, maintain benefits, and structure a return that preserves a comparable position, so that the program benefits both workers and the organization.
Why time away may be the future of work
Q: What motivates people to take a sabbatical, and what does the research show about its effects?
People pursue sabbaticals for healing, exploration, and skill development, with research showing positive outcomes in energy, resources, and organizational resilience; long leaves let individuals explore new trajectories while enabling the company to plan for smoother transitions.
Steve Odland on governing AI in an age of uncertainty
Q: Your research discusses five levels of AI adoption in companies. Why do you think progress has been slower than expected, and how should leaders move from experimentation to broader integration?
Progress is hampered by a mix of fear, unclear workflows, and the challenge of measuring impact. Leaders should map AI into specific workflows, maintain transparency to reduce fear, focus on training, governance, and ensuring AI augments rather than replaces human work, with a clear board and ERM framework guiding investments and risks.
Steve Odland on governing AI in an age of uncertainty
Q: Steve, for those who don't know The Conference Board, could you briefly describe what it is and how you find yourself leading it?
The Conference Board is a 110-year-old global nonprofit that originated with human capital focus and evolved into economic forecasting and a broad set of centers; the leadership emphasizes trusted insights, global reach, and applying research to help firms plan for the future with a strong emphasis on governance, risk, and workforce analytics.
RBC's Kelly Bradley on Disclosure, Disruption, and Developing Talent
Q: What personal advice would you give leaders about building trust and re-skilling employees amid ongoing change?
Leaders should be authentic, transparent about what is known and unknown, empower employees through change, and provide a clear path and development opportunities to grow with the organization.

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The show centers on the evolving world of work, exploring how AI, robotics, the gig economy, and globalization reshape talent strategy, education, and organizational design. Episodes frequently feature senior business leaders, academics, and policy experts discussing how to upskill, redesign work, and implement scalable, skills-based hiring. A standout thread is the focus on practical pathways—ranging from lifelong learning stacks and experiential education to AI-enabled productivity and workforce policy—to help organizations stay competitive while improving access to quality jobs. It's likely especially valuable for executives, HR leaders, educators, and policy advocates who want actionable insights from world-class researchers and practit... more

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