Session Focus: AI Tools & Resources Assisting L&D Prepare Today’s Workforce for Tomorrow

In this insightful session, learning leaders explored the transformative impact of AI on the workplace and the evolving role of L&D professionals. Speakers Mike Vavav, chief editor of The Thinking Effect, and Dr. Keith Keating, chief learning officer and author, shared their expertise on navigating the rapidly changing AI landscape.

Key Takeaways:

1. L&D professionals need to embrace AI and take an active leadership role in guiding their organizations through the AI-driven workplace transformations to remain relevant.

2. Using resources like The Thinking Effect website can help L&D professionals navigate the overwhelming number of AI tools available and identify the most useful ones.

3. L&D leaders should proactively assess which roles may be impacted by AI within their organizations and start planning for reskilling or supporting affected employees during workforce transitions.

Dr. Keith Keating emphasized the urgency of this issue, stating, "We have a responsibility as aspiring trusted learning advisers to look at that at least in our own company and say who do we think are the roles that are going to be impacted and how can we start having those conversations now about what does that timeline look like and how can we upskill those people."

The session provided a wealth of insights and practical strategies for L&D professionals to embrace AI as a catalyst for growth and innovation. By adopting a proactive approach, leveraging resources like The Thinking Effect, and prioritizing reskilling efforts, L&D leaders can position themselves as trusted advisors, guiding their organizations through the AI revolution while ensuring a future-ready workforce.