Artificial intelligence (AI) is intelligence (such as learning, reasoning, and inferring information) demonstrated by computers that mimics human intelligence. In the workplace, it can be used to perform cognitive abilities and tasks with reduced human error and cost. But this is just the tip of the iceberg of the transformative potential of artificial intelligence for … Read more
When we are asked to think of a leader, someone who inspires us to do our best every day, a wide variety of people come to mind. Maybe someone in your personal life, someone from a television show or movie, or a historical figure whose personality you greatly admire. While the type of person can … Read more
Soft skills get a bad rap. Yet more organizations are requiring development on the softer side than ever before. So, what’s the deal? “Companies have moved away from the ‘command and control’ decision-making style,” says Marie Holmstrom, the Charlotte, N.C.-based director of talent management and organization alignment with Towers Watson. “Managing day-to-day decisions takes away … Read more
Have you thought about how much problem-solving you typically do each day? If you don’t think very much, you may not be giving yourself enough credit. Individuals typically solve numerous problems throughout the day for both personal and work. While many problems are solved consciously, you also engage in an unconscious problem-solving process throughout the … Read more