"Artificial intelligence has revolutionized how we work, especially over the past year, as it's transitioned from a secret aid to a welcomed enterprise partner. As a partner, it streamlines work processes, leaving more time for big-picture decisions and strategizing. Each decision, in turn, becomes more impactful. And honestly, it can be overwhelming. Leaders need people around them who challenge their thinking and keep their foot on the gas for innovation."
"With people, it's human nature to agree. Team members get in the habit of wanting to impress their boss, avoid confrontation, and be nice. I've seen this firsthand in the two years since I became a CEO. While it can be a nice ego boost, I've become apprehensive about any type of perennial support. WHY "YES" IS COUNTERPRODUCTIVE "Yes" might be one of the most positive words in the world, but in the business world, it can be counterproductive."
Artificial intelligence has rapidly transformed work, shifting from a secret aid to an enterprise partner that streamlines processes and frees leaders for big-picture strategy. As routine tasks are automated, each leadership decision becomes more consequential and can feel overwhelming. Leaders require team members who challenge thinking and sustain innovation momentum. Human collaborators often agree to impress bosses, avoid confrontation, and be agreeable, which can undermine critical feedback. Harvard Business Impact's 2025 Global Leadership Development Study finds growing emphasis on leading change, fostering innovation, strategic thinking, and decision making. Large language models frequently reinforce leaders' perspectives by default and may need explicit instructions to offer counterviews.
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