AI is changing jobs, businesses, and leadership faster than most people realize. AI expert Mike Ruska explains what happens next—and how to stay ahead.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the future of work faster than ever before. In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, AI technologist Mike Ruska explains how AI is changing jobs, leadership, business, and the global economy.

Will AI replace workers? What skills will matter most in the future? How can leaders and employees adapt to an AI-first world?

Mike shares practical insights about AIQ, authentic intelligence, human-first leadership, AI productivity, AI automation, and the opportunities that are emerging as artificial intelligence becomes more powerful.

Whether you're an employee, entrepreneur, manager, business owner, or simply curious about the future of AI, this conversation will help you understand where technology is heading and how to prepare for what's next.

Topics covered:
• AI replacing jobs
• Future of work
• AI leadership
• AI and business
• Human-first AI
• AI productivity
• AI career advice
• AI layoffs
• AI automation
• AI skills for the future
• ChatGPT and AI tools
• Artificial intelligence trends

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Chapters:
0:00 - The Human-Centered AI Shift
1:00 - How AI Democratizes Tech & App Creation
4:23 - Unlocking Collective Intelligence with AI
7:18 - Vibe Coding & Democratizing App Development
8:23 - Economic Implications & AI's Impact on Jobs
12:50 - The "Human-AI Sandwich" Explained
17:40 - Tech Layoffs, AI, and Economic Shifts
20:07 - Redefining Leadership in the Age of AI
33:08 - Building Your AI Literacy & Understanding Agents
39:00 - AI's Environmental Footprint: Myths vs Reality
43:19 - Launching Baryons: The Human-First AI Platform

Guest Bio

Mike Hruska is an AI technologist who advocates for human-centered design in a rapidly changing world. By focusing on the intersection of human intuition and artificial intelligence, Mike aims to democratize tech and foster collective intelligence. He is the creator of the Baryons platform, which supports leaders through reflection and real-time feedback.

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