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 intelligence, empathy, and communication are essential for human–AI teams to thrive. Rana makes the case that leaders must foster trust and readiness, rethink workflows, and keep humans at the center to unlock AI’s full potential and ensure sustainable adoption.
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WorkLab is produced by Microsoft with TriFilm. Sharon Kallander, Stephanie Carson, and Matthew Duncan are our producers, with support from consulting producer Alia Aljunied and senior editor Jon Eilenberg. Josh Lim composed our theme music. Jessica Voelker is WorkLab’s editor.
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