The AI Revolution: Why Women Can't Afford to Sit This One Out
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What if the future of work, life, and leadership is already here, and it demands our full participation?
In this powerful solo episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney dives headfirst into the Artificial Intelligence revolution. But before you tune out thinking it's too technical, hang in there! Erica, not a techie herself, shares her deeply personal shift in perspective and why AI isn't just about code—it's about humanity, connection, and creativity.
She unpacks the critical gender gap in AI adoption, revealing what women risk if we don't lean in now, and, most importantly, how our inherent human strengths give us a unique and powerful edge in this evolving landscape. This episode is a wake-up call and a call to action, offering tangible ways to engage with AI today, no matter your experience level.
Inside the episode:
- Why AI matters for everyone, not just tech pros, and what we risk by ignoring it.
- The alarming gender gap in AI adoption revealed by Harvard Business Review research.
- How perfectionism, risk aversion, and historical biases are contributing to women falling behind.
- The profound ripple effect of women's underrepresentation in shaping AI tools.
- Why our uniquely human qualities—creativity, compassion, connection, curiosity, and courage—are our greatest advantage in an AI-powered world.
- Three tangible ways you can start using AI today, from beginner to tech-savvy.
If you're ready to ditch the fear, embrace curiosity, and own your indispensable place in the future, this episode is your essential guide.
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