The future of work: navigating the AI shift | On Second Thought

AI is no longer a future concept, it’s reshaping how we work right now. Explore how AI is rewriting the rules of work, leadership, and skills in this episode of On Second Thought. Sinead Bovell sits down with Colette Stallbaumer, General Manager of M365 Copilot, to discuss what it means to move from doing the work to directing the work, why curiosity is becoming a critical competitive advantage, and how employees at every level (not just executives) can actively shape the future of work. From collaborating with AI agents to redefining roles and responsibilities, this episode breaks down what’s changing and how to prepare. Whether you’re a leader, knowledge worker, or simply curious about how AI will impact your career, this conversation offers practical insight into working with AI, not being replaced by it. Learn more: https://aka.ms/OSTYT Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 2:45 - What does the future org chart look light? 6:32 - Are AI systems tools or something more? 11:24 - How do we navigate the uncertainty about AI and work?