Unleashing the Paradox of AI: Making Jobs Harder or Easier? Explore the surprising impact of AI and automation on your work life. Join us as we delve into why tasks may get tougher, not easier, with AI's rise in the workplace. Discover insights from HR to healthcare and how businesses might rethink their AI strategies.In this engaging episode, Jenny and Brad Owens investigate the unintended consequences when AI handles routine tasks, leaving humans with complex, stressful projects. As digital labor becomes more prevalent, we ask what this means for job satisfaction and productivity. Through real-life examples, we uncover the importance of balancing AI and human tasks to prevent burnout and maintain efficiency.We want to hear from you! Has automation made your job easier or more challenging? What are your thoughts on managing this shift? Share your experiences in the comments! Don't forget to subscribe for more content on the future of work. Stay connected with Digital Labor Lab at www.digitallaborlab.com and follow us on social media @DigitalLaborLab for the latest updates.#ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #Automation #DigitalLabor #AIImpactResources from this episode: Understanding the Role of Cognitive Load in Paramedical Contexts - https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/10903127.2024.2370491?needAccess=true00:00 Introduction00:31 AI's Impact on Simple Tasks01:24 The Paradox of Automation04:27 Cognitive Load and Burnout06:53 Balancing AI and Human Work10:13 Key Takeaways12:12 Call to Action