The Work Ahead: Leading Through AI Anxiety and the Evolution of Work
Hosted by Within People Partner Bev Attfield, this episode features a thoughtful conversation with Kate Bravery, Senior Partner and Global Leader of Talent Advisory at Mercer.
Together, they explore what leaders are experiencing right now as technology reshapes the workplace — not only from a strategic perspective, but from a deeply human one. Drawing on insights from Mercer’s 2026 Global Talent Trends Report, Bev and Kate discuss the growing sense of AI anxiety, evolving expectations around leadership, and the importance of creating environments where people can adapt and thrive through change.
Rather than focusing only on trends and predictions, this conversation centers on how work feels today — and what leaders can do to navigate uncertainty with clarity and care.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
The emotional landscape of AI and workplace transformation
Why leaders need to prioritize human experience during change
Shifting expectations around leadership and organizational culture
Practical reflections for navigating what comes next
If this episode sparks new questions or reflects what your organization is experiencing, we’d love to continue the conversation. Connect with us to share what resonated or explore how these ideas might show up in your context.
