How to manage agentic employees, a new breed of super-employees

💼 𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 — 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗺? The workforce is evolving, and AI agents are stepping in as tireless, highly efficient team members. They can streamline processes, boost productivity, and handle tasks at scale — but managing them isn’t the same as managing humans. Leaders need a new playbook. Key Points: 🔹 Know the Capabilities & Limits — Agents excel at structured tasks but lack nuance, empathy, and organizational awareness. 🔹 Reskill Teams for Hybrid Work — Middle managers and staff must learn how to work alongside and guide AI agents. 🔹 Monitor Closely — Even advanced agents can produce errors or “hallucinate,” so oversight is critical. Leaders who adapt early will set the standard for this human + AI future. Check out this article from Forbes by Aytekin Tank .ctto https://lnkd.in/ec3A-G35 #FutureOfWork #Leadership #AIInBusiness #DigitalTransformation #WorkforceEvolution #HumanAndAI

Employees worry—and rightly so—over how AI could impact their roles. Leaders who speak transparently and involve their teams in AI adoption help reduce fear and build trust. Want to know how to lead well through this transition? Read the details in this article. #Leadership #AITrust

Employees worry—and rightly so—over how AI could impact their roles. Leaders who speak transparently and involve their teams in AI adoption help reduce fear and build trust. Want to know how to lead well through this transition? Read the details in this article. #Leadership #AITrust

The real test for leaders isn’t tech – it’s human connection. As AI is rewriting jobs, your role is clear: ease fear, build trust, and keep people at the center of change. I break it down in my latest blog with four key steps leaders can take right now. Read the full post: https://lnkd.in/eVYfqSnw #Leadership #HumanConnection #TrustBuilding #AIRevolution #EmpathyInWork #ChangeManagement #PeopleFirst #WorkplaceCulture

“The AI revolution hasn’t reduced the importance of leadership. The leaders who thrive will be those who treat AI agents not as magical black boxes, but as capable yet fallible teammates: giving them clear objectives, the right roles, structured onboarding, iterative coaching, and informed trust. Whether you’re a Fortune 500 CEO or solo-preneur, the next leadership skill you need is leading teams of AIs to collaborate better. It’s time to add a new line to your job description: conductor of the non-human workforce.”

The real test for leaders isn’t tech – it’s human connection. As AI is rewriting jobs, your role is clear: ease fear, build trust, and keep people at the center of change. I break it down in my latest blog with four key steps leaders can take right now. Read the full post: https://lnkd.in/ePQp-HeD #Leadership #HumanConnection #TrustBuilding #AIRevolution #EmpathyInWork #ChangeManagement #PeopleFirst #WorkplaceCulture

Interesting conversations at Duke Corporate Education on designing learning opportunities for #leader-managers on leading #hybrid teams, that is teams of humans and #AIagents. Early research indicates skills for managing human teams are similar to managing hybrid teams. Nice article by MSN/ Fortune. My quote of the day: "The leaders who thrive will be those who treat AI agents not as magical black boxes, but as capable yet fallible teammates: giving them clear objectives, the right roles, structured onboarding, iterative coaching, and informed trust". Acknowledgement: Colin Fisher and Sarah Touzani. Sergey Gorbatov, Ph.D. Vishal Patel Divya Shah Andrés Saint-Jean William Chu Vinod Radhakeesoon Jason Kulasingam https://lnkd.in/enZcGQ4E

Employees worry—and rightly so—over how AI could impact their roles. Leaders who speak transparently and involve their teams in AI adoption help reduce fear and build trust. Want to know how to lead well through this transition? Read the details in this article. #IOAUSA #Leadership #AITrust

Leadership & Future of Management: Insights from France, UK & Luxembourg Leadership must evolve. As Jeroen Kraaijenbrink emphasizes, tomorrow’s leaders must blend flexible strategy, systemic thinking, resilience, and adaptive learning, anchoring both strategic vision and managerial empathy. But how does this translate into practice across #France, #UK, and #Luxembourg? 🇨🇵 : The shift towards participative and empathetic leadership is growing, particularly in the wake of widespread adoption of hybrid work. Moreover, The Financial Times underscores new workplace trends that highlight the rise of AI-savvy managers, the critical importance of empathy, inclusion, and preserving human connection amid tech progress. Source: Financial Times, https://lnkd.in/grggrYvS 🇬🇧 : Agility and innovation dominate. Leaders increasingly incorporate diversity and inclusion into organizational governance, adapting swiftly in dynamic markets. 🇱🇺 : Operating in a small but positive and highly international environment, leaders must navigate cultural diversity and economic openness. Emerging trends reflect a hybrid leadership style, marrying financial discipline with collaborative agility. What the Data Says Leadership forecasts for 2025 stress the #AI human balance: future leaders must harness #AI ethically while maintaining interpersonal trust. Additionally, hybrid/remote team leaders outperform their traditional counterparts, because they foster trust and engagement across distance. https://lnkd.in/egwY5MyZ. Takeaway: Across these regions, successful leadership blends strategic clarity, adaptability, tech awareness, and inclusive connection. #Leadership #FutureOfWork #Management #BusinessStrategy #AdaptiveLeadership #Innovation #Resilience #InclusiveLeadership #SystemThinking #EmpathyInLeadership #Collaboration

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