AI was supposed to make work easier, automate boring tasks, and give us more free time. So why are we still working just as hard, if not harder?

The reality is that AI doesn’t reduce work—it changes the nature of work. It makes some tasks disappear, but it also unlocks new possibilities that keep us just as busy.

AI is no longer a competitive advantage—it’s an equalizer. Everyone will have access to the same AI tools, the same automation capabilities, and the same data processing power. So the real question is: If AI is available to everyone, what will differentiate winners from losers?

For centuries, experience was the gold standard for leadership. The more years you had in an industry, the more valuable your judgment. But what happens when AI can predict business outcomes better than any executive with 30 years of experience?

There are two kinds of leaders today—those who are shaping AI and those who are afraid of it.

The ones in fear are holding meetings, reading reports, and overanalysing risks. The ones in action are already experimenting, failing, learning, and gaining an edge.

AI can process data, predict trends, and automate workflows. But it doesn’t feel, inspire, or lead with empathy. And yet, many leaders are making the mistake of trying to replace human judgment with AI recommendations without realizing what they’re losing.