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WorkLab

Microsoft
Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI
Leadership
Digital Transformation
Productivity
Future Of Work
Microsoft
AI Transformation
Workplace Culture
Workforce Management
Business Leadership
Psychological Safety
Employee Retention
Beauty Industry
Ai-First Organizations
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Employee Upskilling
Data Science
Healthcare
Customer Experience

AI is changing the way we work at an unprecedented speed. How can business leaders stay ahead of the curve and champion emerging technologies to benefit themselves and their teams? On WorkLab, we talk to experts about the work trends you need to know today—from how to use AI effectively to what it takes to thrive in a digital age. Join host Molly Wood as she explores the science of work and ingenu... more

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When market research firm Kantar handed Copilot licenses to every employee, chaos and creativity erupted. Andy Doyle, Chief People and Agent Officer, joins the WorkLab podcast to share how a wave of maverick experimentation led to 15,000 agents—and t... more

What does it take to move the needle with AI? Top AI voice Allie K. Miller joins WorkLab to share why some of the biggest advances aren't coming from the usual places—or people. She explains how organizations can unlock new value by giving unconventi... more

Rigid org charts are quickly becoming a barrier to AI-fueled business impact. Microsoft's CVP of Workforce Transformation joins WorkLab host Molly Wood to share how the most forward-thinking companies are breaking down silos, building teams around sk... more

AI's promise is real. But the challenge to realizing its value isn't technology—it's people. AI scientist, entrepreneur, and investor Rana el Kaliouby joins host Molly Wood to explore what can stall progress. The conversation explores how emotional i... more

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Recent Guests

Allie K. Miller
CEO of Open Machine, advisor to Fortune 500 on AI transformation
Open Machine
Episode: Allie K. Miller: Find your "weirdos"—and let them lead
Katy George
Corporate Vice President of Workforce Transformation at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: Katy George: Ditch the org chart—your team's future is fluid
Rana el Kaliouby
AI scientist, entrepreneur, venture capitalist; host of the Pioneers of AI podcast
Affectiva (co-founder and former CEO); investor in Tough Day
Episode: Rana el Kaliouby: Culture, not tech, softens AI's impact
Aneesh Raman
LinkedIn's Chief Economic Opportunity Officer
LinkedIn
Episode: Aneesh Raman: AI won't decide the future of work—unless you let it
Anish Raman
LinkedIn's chief economic opportunity officer
LinkedIn
Episode: WorkLab season 10 will explore becoming a Frontier Firm
Tyler Cowen
Holbert L. Harris Chair of Economics at George Mason University, author, and co-writer of Marginal Revolution blog
George Mason University
Episode: Economist Tyler Cowen on the positive side of AI negativity
Raffaella Sadun
The Charles E. Wilson Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School
Harvard Business School
Episode: Havard's Raffaella Sadun on why it's so hard to become a Frontier Firm
Pascal Bornet
Globally recognized expert in artificial intelligence and intelligent automation, author of Agentic Artificial Intelligence
Episode: Pascal Bornet on deploying agents to hone your competitive edge
Rajesh Jha
Executive Vice President for Experiences and Devices at Microsoft.
Microsoft
Episode: Microsoft EVP Rajesh Jha on leading with courage in the AI era

Host

Molly Wood
Journalist and host focused on the science of work, technology, and leadership in the AI era.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Interesting and pragmatic

    Super interesting topics that are unfolding in an easy to digest way. I always walk away smarter and with a few things I can immediately apply.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seattle Dog
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hit or miss

    A good measure of corporate cringe about AI slop.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    almennur
    United States2 years ago
  • A must-listen for the new world of work

    The pandemic changed the way we work forever, and now AI has entered the conversation as another new way to work. This podcast guides you through hybrid and remote work, and the amazing guests that are on each episode have taught me that AI isn’t something to be afraid of but rather something that can make us all more productive and happier at our jobs. Love the insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hoju77
    United States2 years ago
  • Idea-inspiring AI discussions

    An enjoyable and stimulating podcast with AI thought-leaders, exploring what’s possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Herms7
    Australia3 years ago
  • Excellent AI Commentary

    As an aspiring AI Proffesional (from a non traditional tech background) I found your thoughts and incites most intriguing and insightful. Thank you for all your work on this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    all-fun
    Canada3 years ago

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Many find the episodes thought-provoking and timely for AI and work trends.
Some listeners feel the show is highly valuable for leaders navigating AI adoption.

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Allie K. Miller: Find your "weirdos"—and let them lead
Q: What is the role of leaders in this new era of AI?
Leaders must maintain a consistent vision, care about people, and push for speed of iteration while integrating AI into core workflows, rather than delegating all responsibility to a single AI officer.
Allie K. Miller: Find your "weirdos"—and let them lead
Q: How should an organization structure its AI initiatives?
Create a frontier unit that is cross-disciplinary, small, and tightly funded, reporting structures that enable fast decision-making while ensuring alignment with the broader company goals.
Allie K. Miller: Find your "weirdos"—and let them lead
Q: What keeps executives up at night when adopting AI at scale?
Executives fear missteps and job losses, so they seek a clear strategic context, faster iteration cycles, and careful budgeting that accounts for both cost control and measurable growth beyond productivity.
Katy George: Ditch the org chart—your team's future is fluid
Q: What are the first two or three things a leader should do tomorrow to move from piloting to transformation?
Get a clear, ambitious goal to focus efforts on the most impactful processes, and assemble cross‑generational teams that combine AI‑native creativity with deep domain expertise to drive end‑to‑end change.
Economist Tyler Cowen on the positive side of AI negativity
Q: Do you buy that framing or is there a large corporate disconnect?
Cowen expresses skepticism towards the framing that AI is solely responsible for layoffs, suggesting other factors could be at play.

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5. Anish Raman
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