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Artificial intelligence (AI) avatars, co-creation, job crafting, emotionally intelligent companies – the new UZH Magazine explores how digital technologies are changing our work and what this means for us. Below are articles written by professors and researchers from our Faculty.
New technologies such as AI are changing the way we work. But how exactly will this impact us? Cutting through the hype and dystopian fears, the latest UZH Magazine shines a light on UZH researchers who are exploring the future of work. It focuses on developments driven by new digital technologies and our ability to increasingly shape and organize our own work, which can boost our productivity while also making us healthier.
Spotify's curated playlists significantly influence music consumption, promoting independent labels over major ones and shaping listeners' preferences. The platform's economic strategies not only democratize access to music but also impact song composition, as artists adapt to meet listener expectations and the streaming model's payout structures.
The integration of AI avatars in the workplace holds promise for enhancing collaboration but also raises challenges in ensuring reliable AI performance. To maintain job satisfaction and engagement, it's crucial to foster a balanced relationship between humans and AI, promoting more human-like interactions while being cautious of over-reliance on technology.
Digitalization and AI are reshaping the job market, demonstrating that while automation has traditionally displaced routine tasks, AI holds the potential to enhance the skills of less qualified workers and mitigate job polarization. Careful integration of AI technologies is essential to create new opportunities and prevent further inequality within the labor market.
Men and women have differing perspectives on the future of work, with men generally more optimistic about digital technologies and AI, while women express more skepticism and concern. Emphasizing the social and emotional aspects of work is essential, as fostering emotional intelligence within organizations plays a key role in employee satisfaction and well-being.
Fostering positive narratives about technology's role in the workplace is crucial, emphasizing the importance of both technical and social-emotional skills for future success. It is also essential to challenge harmful gender stereotypes and promote a growth mindset for continuous development.
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