{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/692dc9e1ed22a4cc82927842/694a6e224c1c9c7f2bb03d67?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Weekly Loop: The Rise of AI in Business","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/692dc9e1ed22a4cc82927842/1774393123887-59e325bf-149b-4327-95e8-c02f9c5c8cc3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this weekly loop I discuss the latest research and trends in human performance, AI integration in business, employee engagement, and the challenges of burnout. </p><p><br></p><p>We highlight the significant use of AI in organizations, the concerning decline in employee engagement, and the critical need for effective communication and support for managers and employees to combat burnout and enhance productivity. </p><p><br></p><p>Powered By Atherio:<a href=\" https://www.atheriohq.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://www.atheriohq.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 The Rise of AI in Business</p><p>02:47 Employee Engagement Trends</p><p>06:07 The Burnout Crisis</p><p>08:55 AI Training and HR Integration</p><p>11:48 Leadership and AI Strategy Disconnect</p><p>15:02 Key Takeaways and Future Focus</p><p><br></p><p>Studies Mentioned:</p><p><br></p><p>Story 1: The AI Value Gap</p><p><br></p><p>\"The State of AI 2025: Agents, innovation, and transformation\"</p><p>Source: McKinsey &amp; Company</p><p>URL: <a href=\"https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/quantumblack/our-insights/the-state-of-ai\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/quantumblack/our-insights/the-state-of-ai</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Story 2: Manager Engagement Crisis</p><p><br></p><p>\"State of the Global Workplace 2025\"</p><p>Source: Gallup</p><p>URL: <a href=\"https://www.gallup.com/workplace/state-of-global-workplace\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.gallup.com/workplace/state-of-global-workplace</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Story 3: Burnout at All-Time High</p><p><br></p><p>\"Workforce Trends 2026: Leaders Confront Burnout, Disengagement, and AI-Driven Change\"</p><p>Source: DHR Global</p><p>URL: <a href=\"https://huntscanlon.com/workforce-trends-2026-leaders-confront-burnout-disengagement-and-ai-driven-change/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://huntscanlon.com/workforce-trends-2026-leaders-confront-burnout-disengagement-and-ai-driven-change/</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Story 4: The AI Training Gap</p><p><br></p><p>\"2025 Talent Trends: Artificial Intelligence in HR\"</p><p>Source: SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)</p><p>Published: February 2025</p><p>URL: <a href=\"https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/2025-talent-trends/ai-in-hr\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/research/2025-talent-trends/ai-in-hr</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Story 5: The AI Strategy Illusion</p><p><br></p><p>\"Workforce 2025 Global Insights Report\"</p><p>Source: Korn Ferry</p><p>URL: <a href=\"https://www.kornferry.com/about-us/press/korn-ferry-reveals-workforce-2025-research\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.kornferry.com/about-us/press/korn-ferry-reveals-workforce-2025-research</a></p><p><br></p><p>Powered By Atherio, Real-time leadership wisdom for every manager</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with The host - Ben Stocken</p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/benstocken/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/benstocken/</a></p>","author_name":"Ben Stocken"}