Artificial intelligence is reinventing business as we speak. You can either get up to speed or get left behind. The choice is yours and it’s a no-brainer. Join CognitivePath founders Geoff Livingston and Greg Verdino as they chat with AI experts about the ideas, trends, and tools that are creating the future of business today.
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Artificial intelligence is reinventing business as we speak. You can either get up to speed or get left behind. The choice is yours and it’s a no-brainer. Join CognitivePath founders Geoff Livingston and Greg Verdino as they chat with AI experts about the ideas, trends, and tools that are creating the future of business today.
The impact of AI on jobs is back in the headlines. Geoff Livingston and Greg Verdino took to LinkedIn Live to weigh in on the truth behind the hype—what’s really driving layoffs, how leaders should respond, and why reimagining work is the only path forward.
They discuss the complex relationship between AI and job loss, exploring the economic pressures that lead to workforce reductions, and the impact of the AI hype cycle. They emphasize the need for organizations to reimagine work in the age of AI, highlighting the importance of leadership adaptation and the integration of human labor with technology. The conversation also touches on ethical considerations and the future of work as companies navigate these changes.
In this conversation, Greg and Geoff explore the multifaceted challenges and opportunities presented by the rise of AI and automation across various sectors. They discuss the impending difficulties in the workforce, particularly for entry-level jobs, the necessity for reskilling and upskilling, and the unique challenges faced by nonprofits. The conversation also covers the marketing sector's adaptation to automation, the economic implications of AI, and the importance of scenario planning for future business strategies.
Note: This episode is a recording of a LinkedIn Live broadcast from 9am ET, May 28, 2025. Other than some minor audio clean-up, we’re presenting it as-is.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview of AI Job Loss
02:47 The Impact of AI on Employment
06:01 Understanding the AI Hype Cycle
08:55 Economic Pressures and Workforce Reductions
11:53 Reimagining Work in the Age of AI
14:57 Leadership in the Age of AI
18:10 Integrating Humans and AI
20:55 Ethics and the Future of Work
24:34 Navigating the Storm: Challenges Ahead
27:04 The Horizontal Impact of AI
30:29 Reskilling and Upskilling in the Age of AI
31:44 The Nonprofit Sector: Opportunities and Challenges
32:15 Marketing in the Age of Automation
36:30 The Future of Entry-Level Jobs
39:27 The Economic Implications of AI
43:46 Scenario Planning for the Future
47:28 Cultural Impacts of AI Adoption
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No Brainer - An AI Podcast for Business
Artificial intelligence is reinventing business as we speak. You can either get up to speed or get left behind. The choice is yours and it’s a no-brainer. Join CognitivePath founders Geoff Livingston and Greg Verdino as they chat with AI experts about the ideas, trends, and tools that are creating the future of business today.
