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Our new research for the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos found that 85% of employees are saving time from AI… yet nearly 40% of that time is being spent checking, fixing, and reworking AI output. 14% reported showing real ROI from their AI use. So what's their secret? Download the research and find out: 💰 Where AI is actually creating value (and where it isn’t) 👩‍⚕️ Why younger workers are carrying most of the rework burden 🚀 What the best leaders are doing differently to convert AI into growth In the age of AI, ROI can only come from a combination of the best AI tools AND leadership that creates connections and collaboration. Link to the report in the comments. Special thank to Gina Sheibley Emily Heffter Ross Brooks Aashna Kircher Stacey Stevens Johnson Sion Rogers and so many others for helping us launch a Workday Research report with impact! #ParadoxOfAI #FutureOfWork #AI #Leadership #Davos2026 #HumanPotential

The front door to your new Workday is here! So excited to see this amazing interview from the boss Gina Sheibley and Sana CEO Joel Hellermark. Listen now:

Our latest Workday research is a wake-up call for leaders rushing to adopt AI. 👉 75% of employees want to work with AI agents. 👉 Only 30% want one as their boss. The lesson? People want AI as a partner, not a manager. 🎯 Boundaries build trust. 🗝 Experience drives adoption. 🤗 The human touch still matters most. AI agents can boost productivity, skills, and efficiency — but only if we design them to enhance people, not replace them. 📄 Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eW-JYTgR 🔍 Check out "The Secret to AI Optimism and Adoption is Setting Boundaries" by our VP of AI Kathy Pham for more insights: https://lnkd.in/eHMA_S6a

One thing has always been true: ❤️ Happy and engaged employees create happy and engaged customers. 😓 Work has changed and so should the way we measure it.🎯 👉 Discover the top employee performance metrics organizations must prioritize this year: https://bit.ly/4juR3ui Thanks for your hard work on this Maria Valero! #TeamWDAY

95% of leaders agree that AI allows them to focus on higher-level responsibilities. Learn how to unlock the full potential of your workforce: https://bit.ly/4dumP9h Great post from Maria Valero! #TeamWDAY

"Soft skills" are anything but. In an AI-driven world, they're your hardest competitive edge. Check out my latest Workday Blog on the Paradox of AI: https://bit.ly/46M4EL6 #TeamWDAY

My first podcast conversation in over 2 years. I couldn’t have done it without Lee Odden’s insightful questions and thoughtful coverage of today’s hottest B2B Marketing topics. My biggest takeaways for marketers: - think like a business owner not an order taker - focus on your people (celebrate your customers and empower your employees) - storytellers understand you have to “marinate in the pain” and own the problem before you can present the solution. And if you have a great example of truly story-driven marketing, please share?

📊 Drowning in conflicting headlines about jobs and the economy? You’re not alone. But the data tells a story that’s more urgent—and more human—than most realize. 👀 Here’s the reality: while some employees feel stuck, your best people are walking out the door. Our latest research uncovers three reasons why: 🛑 A Stalled Path: Career ladders have disappeared, leaving top talent with no clear way to grow. 🤖 The AI Gap: Anxiety is rising because leaders aren’t communicating how AI will shape roles. 🚀 High-Performer Attrition: Without growth opportunities, your most valuable people look elsewhere. ⚠️ This isn’t just an economic signal—it’s a breakdown in trust. The fix? Leaders must re-invest in their people: 🌱 Build new pathways for growth 🤝 Communicate AI strategies with clarity and purpose Your talent isn’t waiting. The time to act is now. Check out the summary article from our own Phil Willburn: https://w.day/42fL3jg Full report here: https://w.day/484wOBx #Leadership #TalentRetention #HumanResources #AIStrategy #WorkforceTrends

So excited to see (and hear) all these great podcasts from the past year on how AI is a culture shift, not just a tool. And leaders need to step up and lead with empathy and optimism. We've got VPs, PhDs, CEOs, CPOs, CLOs, CMOs, CCOs, along with customers and partners as well. Oh my! Leaders talking to leaders about how to win in the age of AI. Check it out now: https://bit.ly/49lrw3B Great job Ghadeer Redler summarizing this year's hottest podcasts and building an amazing team of storytellers. Thank you to Kathy Pham, Dr. Danielle Li, Kate Darling, Carl Eschenbach, Ashley Goldsmith, Chris Ernst, Ph.D., Emma Chalwin, Jannine Zucker, Josh Tarr, Sarah Jo Rowley and all who shared their insights this past year! #TeamWDAY

⁉️ Is vulnerability the missing piece in your AI strategy? 🦸‍♀️ As we integrate AI into our companies, the role of a leader is shifting. In this insightful Forbes interview, Workday CMO Emma Chalwin discusses why vulnerability is becoming a "superpower" for modern leaders. 👉 Key takeaway: AI can handle the data, but it can’t replace empathy, authenticity, and the ability to say "I don’t have all the answers." 😍 Love this idea because being real and caring about your teams is necessary to lead in the new world of work. Link to watch the full conversation in the comment below . . . #Leadership #AI #FutureOfWork #Workday

The paradox of AI? The more we automate work, the more human connection we crave. 82% of employees want more human connection as AI grows. But only 65% of managers agree. Here’s how leaders can close the empathy gap: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e7FWmKWw

So much noise about AI in the market. But who is actually using it? Check out this free course from Workday CIO Rani Johnson outlining a practical framework for AI adoption: https://bit.ly/43ssBVD Great job to Ghadeer Redler and team for pulling this together. #TeamWDAY

💡 The org chart isn’t going away — but the way we use it is about to change. AI is helping us move beyond structure to focus on what really matters: people, skills, and customers. 🤖❤️ The future of work isn’t about control — it’s about connection. 👇 Here’s how leaders can redesign for both. [Love your thoughts on my latest post]

Too much work! Not enough people. Not getting rewarded Lack of manager support. Our latest blog from Maria Valero dives into the top 4 reasons your team is STRESSED and what leaders can do about it so everyone can thrive. Read now: https://bit.ly/4j1WwIV #TeamWDAY

The biggest mistake leaders are making right now? Focusing only on AI automation. New AI roles are emerging but they aren't signals of replacement—they're signals of ✨human augmentation✨ and a fundamental shift from control to connection. 70% of employees see AI’s greatest potential in freeing them to do more human work: collaborating, problem-solving, and creating new value. Here are the skills that will define the future of work. And guess what, they aren't technical. They are human: - Resilience (The single most important skill) - Bold Creativity - Collaboration The organizations that thrive will be the ones with more human Leadership and who that thoughtfully redesign AI with humans in mind. Read my latest on how AI amplifies human strengths 👇

When my colleague Logan Franey sent me a copy of a paper he was writing on AI adoption, of course I had to turn it into an article. 🧑‍💻 👉Why? Because the biggest issue on the minds of leaders during this wave of AI is how are we going to realize value. "AI won’t transform your business until it transforms the way people work." 🤓 It's not about the algorithms or the slick demos. It's about how you solve real business problems and empower your people to do their best work. So here is my summary of Logan's 10 hard truths about enterprise AI adotion. ✅ Check it out: https://lnkd.in/e297iah3 #AI #EnterpriseAI #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #ContentMarketing #Innovation #BusinessStrategy

Brilliant minds illuminating tomorrow. Hear powerful insights from powerhouse thought leaders defining what's next in the age of AI: https://bit.ly/41aH0UW #WDAYRising #TeamWDAY

🤯 MUST READ! Honestly not sure how everyone isn't talking about this right now?! I fully expect more than a few "OMG!" moments in 2026 on Agent-to-Agent. . .

Big Data = huge datasets. Data mining = tools to analyze them for hidden gems. 🧐 Learn the difference and discover how to unlock your potential: https://bit.ly/3Zd5gVq #TeamWDAY

From skills-based hiring to AI coaching, dive into 25 ways AI is transforming work: https://bit.ly/3F1lOJg #TeamWDAY

My latest post dives into the top 20 trends shaping the Future of Work: 👉 https://bit.ly/4oRzith The Main Takeaway: The future of work isn’t just about AI replacing tasks (or people). It’s about technology and people collaborating to reshape how work happens. Some other points to note: 💡 The leadership challenge: Leaders must now navigate AI ethics, integration, and continuous innovation and learn to lead people + technology in new ways. 📊 71% of the C-suite admit that AI applications are being created in silos 💡 Skills will become the new currency — Credentials matter less; adaptability and human skills matter more. 📊 83% of us believe AI will enhance human creativity and drive new forms of economic value ✅ The organizations that thrive won’t just adopt AI—they’ll design work for the humans who power it. Read the full article here 👉 https://bit.ly/4oRzith 🙏 Thank you Emily Faracca for bringing this idea to life! #TeamWDAY

So excited to see Duran Duran live at our #WDAYRising Customer Appreciation Party on Sept 17th in San Francisco! Check out our brief summary of their musical journey: https://bit.ly/45QkwKe #TeamWDAY

🧠 The real threat to creativity isn’t AI—it’s isolation. 😢 New research shows 83% of employees believe AI will enhance creativity. But only if we build the culture to support it. My latest piece explores how AI frees us to imagine more, and why human connection is the real driver of innovation. 👉 Discover why creativity is now your competitive edge: https://bit.ly/4mQKvbL #TeamWDAY

Legacy ERP systems are now obsolete. The real issue isn’t age. It’s how they were built. Rigid. Fragmented. Built for reporting the past, not competing in real time. That’s why legacy ERP is breaking under the speed, intelligence, and adaptability modern enterprises now require. In this post, Workday's own INDY BAINS breaks down 4 reasons why legacy ERP is failing today’s enterprise. And what next-gen platforms do differently by design. #ERP #Finance #CloudERP #NextGenERP #AI #Data #Automation #FutureOfWork

It's small business month and the hottest topic around here is AI. AI Everywhere. Learn from Blaise Radley how AI can help your small business compete and grow smarter: https://bit.ly/4j08ClD #TeamWDAY