What if getting better results from AI starts with understanding yourself first?
In this episode of the EVOLVE Talent & HR Show, Anna Morgan sits down with Jenny Cody Kangis (JCK), a former talent acquisition leader turned applied AI specialist, to explore how AI is changing the future of work.
JCK shares her journey of rebuilding her life after a traumatic brain injury caused significant memory loss. Through unexpected experiences, including conversations on Clubhouse, she rediscovered her identity and developed a new approach to problem-solving, technology, and human-centered design.
Anna and JCK discuss why AI should be personalized rather than approached as a one-size-fits-all solution. They explore how understanding your strengths, working style, and individual needs can help you use AI more effectively, reduce friction, and create better outcomes.
They also discuss AI adoption, the fears surrounding new technology, and why curiosity and continuous learning are essential for professionals navigating the changing world of work.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- How JCK rebuilt her life and career after a traumatic brain injury
- How human-centered design shaped her approach to AI
- Why AI works best as a one-size-fits-one solution
- How personal strengths and constraints can improve AI results
- Why Gen X professionals should approach AI with curiosity rather than fear
- How AI agents can simplify workflows and reduce administrative tasks
- How AI can support personalized job searches and career development
- Why understanding yourself is essential to embracing the future of work
(Jenny Cody Kangis (JCK) is a former talent acquisition leader and applied AI specialist. She helps individuals and organizations identify AI opportunities, build custom workflows, and use technology to simplify work and improve outcomes. Learn more at White Rock Road.)
Explore JCK's AI Resources:
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