Nobody Knows: How AI is Changing the Workplace and What to Do About It

No one has a definitive playbook for AI. The technology is advancing faster than institutions, faster than regulation, and faster than most organizations can adapt. Entire workflows are being rewritten. Roles are shifting. Expectations are changing in real time.

This panel confronts the uncertainty head-on. How is AI reshaping the workplace today—not in theory, but in practice? What capabilities are becoming essential? What risks are emerging? And what should leaders, managers, and professionals be doing now to stay relevant and effective?

If nobody knows exactly where this is heading, the real question becomes: How do we prepare not for a fixed future, but for continuous transformation?

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In spring and summer 2026, Frame Your Future, a public series from Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies, spotlights the forces redefining organizations and leadership. Featuring practitioner faculty and alumni across sectors, from sustainability to technology, the conversations examine how shifting demands, markets, and new tools are reshaping professional advantage. The message is clear: In a volatile economy, lifelong learning is a strategic investment. Join us to stay sharp and stay ahead.

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