Leading Through Difficult Times: Reducing The Workforce
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The boardroom has long been a bastion of human experience and a blend of skills where strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and decisive leadership reign. But many boards are considering the potential, and indeed risk, of Generative AI for their roles, and their organisations.
While visions of robots taking over the role of boards is an extreme image pained by some, the reality is far more nuanced. Although, this rapidly evolving technology is poised to reshape the talent landscape for leadership and senior roles, not through hostile takeover, but through augmentation and collaboration.
In this report we explore the potential of this transformation, exploring its impact on demand, hiring strategies, challenges, and the future it holds.
Let’s start with some stats which set the scene on how much Gen AI is hitting the global economy:
Generative AI’s core strength lies in automation. Repetitive tasks, data analysis, and even content creation are ripe for its transformative touch with platforms such as Gemini and Chat GPT being available to consumers to show the potential of its capability. 73% of marketers use Generative AI tools for content creation, including 39% of them extending this to image creation. The utility of these platforms frees up the valuable time and mental energy of leaders, allowing them to focus on the “human edge”:
While automation might seem like a threat to some, it simultaneously creates new opportunities. For example, a whole new breed of functional expertise and even entire industries is created by its evolution, such as those specialising in:
Furthermore, Generative AI creates a more globalized talent pool. Remote-friendly AI tools allow companies to tap into previously inaccessible talent, fostering diversity and enriching leadership teams with unique perspectives.
The days of solely chasing experience might be numbered. 75% of CEOs say that AI will increase their company’s competitiveness but only 38% feel that their organisation is prepared for Generative AI adoption – leaving a large void which needs to be filled with talent who can implement these changes. As AI automates tasks traditionally associated with seniority, companies will increasingly seek candidates with specific skills – together with leadership who is open to change and transformation:
Data-driven recruitment tools utilising AI can assist in this shift, identifying candidates with the right skills and cultural fit through objective assessments and analysis. This can help reduce bias and increase the efficiency of the hiring process. Executive Search Firms are likely to utilise more technology to inform their decision-making and assessment themes when matching talent to the strategic objectives of their clients.
While the potential of Generative AI is undeniable, navigating this new landscape isn’t without its challenges:
However, these challenges also present exciting opportunities. Organisations that embrace AI responsibly and invest in the right talent and training will unlock a future of:
The future of leadership doesn’t lie in automation but in collaboration. Generative AI won’t replace human leaders; it will empower them to perform better – but there may well be less of them required. Imagine a boardroom where:
This is just a glimpse into the potential future of Generative AI-powered leadership. While the exact nature of the future remains yet to be seen, one thing is certain: leaders who embrace this technology, cultivate the necessary skills, and prioritise ethical and responsible implementation will be the ones to shape the organisations of tomorrow.
This post has been published by the CJPI Insights Editorial Team, compiling the best insights and research from our experts.
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