Cultivating Human Advantage in the Age of Machines

Develop the human capabilities that AI cannot replicate Artificial intelligence threatens our livelihoods and our lifestyles. How should we respond? Cultivating Human Advantage in the Age of Machines argues that, to partner effectively with AI and to maintain leadership in such partnerships, we must develop the distinctive human capabilities that are not available to machines. The book outlines science-backed mind-training practices that can, first, counteract the technology-induced anxiety, distraction, and social isolation that has been undermining our effectiveness in our work and in our lives, and second, cultivate the human attributes that AI cannot substitute. Based upon an MBA course the author has taught at Bocconi University since 2019, the book offers a structured path of personal development that uses mindful awareness to help readers: Expand their powers of concentration Foster calmness amidst the turbulence of the external worldCultivate emotional intelligence, access our innate creativity, and realize wisdomBuild techniques for counteracting the cognitive and emotional toll of constant digital connectivity on professional decision-making and judgmentDraw upon our capacity to anticipate the future by formulating strategies to facilitate leadership of our careers and our livesLook beyond our egos to grow our capacity for social connection.Written for young and mid-career professionals, including students embarking upon technical, managerial, and professional careers, this book delivers proven, actionable tools and techniques for building the focus, resilience, creativity, and judgment needed for personal leadership in an increasingly fraught world.