The Shift AI Podcast
The Shift AI podcast explores how AI and ML is changing the way that we work in the digital age through interviews with thought leaders who are redefining how businesses and employees will be impacted by emerging technology. Host Boaz Ashkenazy is the founder and CEO of Augmented AI, a provider of AI solutions designed to help businesses grow and scale.
In this episode of the Shift AI Podcast, Kieran Snyder, co-founder of Textio, joins Boaz Ashkenazy to explore the evolving landscape of AI in workplace communications. From her early days combining linguistics and engineering to pioneering bias detection in HR technology, Snyder shares unique insights into the responsible development of AI technologies. The conversation delves into the challenges of bias in large language models, the future of enterprise AI adoption, and observations about how different generations approach AI tools. Drawing from her experience early pre-ChatGPT development and her recent survey of students' AI usage, Snyder offers a thoughtful perspective on the intersection of AI and human labor. Whether you're interested in the future of workplace communication, the challenges of bias in AI, or how the next generation will reshape our relationship with technology, this episode provides valuable insights from someone who has been at the forefront of AI innovation for over a decade.
Chapters:
[00:00] The Current State of AI Adoption
[02:04] Origins and Background: From Engineering to Entrepreneurship
[06:52] The Evolution of Textio: From Word Processing to HR Tech
[09:36] Generative AI and Early Industry Insights
[14:26] Addressing Bias in AI Systems
[17:41] The AI Rush: Challenges in Enterprise Adoption
[22:12] The Next Generation's Perspective on AI
[26:17] AI Policy and Regulation
[28:50] Mentorship and the Future of Work
[34:33] Looking Ahead: The Actively Emerging Future
Connect with Kieran Snyder
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieran-snyder/
Connect with Boaz Ashkenazy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazy
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Email: shift@augmentedailabs.com
About the Shift AI Podcast
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Shift AI, a podcast hosted by Boaz Ashkenazy, delves into the strategies and mindsets necessary for professionals to succeed and thrive in the digital age.
At the core of our exploration is the profound impact of emerging technologies like AI and ML, and how they are reshaping the contours of professional environments and redefining the nature of work itself.
By interviewing innovative leaders who are transforming the workplace, Boaz provides listeners with insights on how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of technology and work.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or simply looking to take your career to the next level, Shift AI is a must-listen for anyone looking to adapt and excel in the modern workforce.
About the Host
Boaz Ashkenazy, the CEO and Co-founder of Augmented AI, is a visionary leader at the forefront of shaping the future of work through the strategic integration of AI into business operations and product offerings.
With a diverse background spanning product development, design thinking, and enterprise productivity, Boaz brings a unique perspective to the table.
Drawing on his experience at Meta, as well as his involvement in scaling multiple startups and his early career in architecture, Boaz possesses a multifaceted skill set that fuels his passion for technology and tghe future of work.
