#11: Ask Monique: Top 5 Human Skills for the Future in the Age of AI

Let’s be real: AI is here, and it’s flipping the script on how we work, lead, and connect. But here’s the thing they don’t tell you — the most valuable thing in the age of AI is still YOU. Your humanness, your intuition, your vibe, and your ability to make meaning out of a mess. 

In this episode, I’m spilling the tea on the top 5 human skills that research says will actually matter as AI continues to evolve. These are not just fluffy soft skills. These are power tools for your career, your creativity, your leadership, and your peace of mind. 

I’m breaking it down with real talk, backed by reports from Microsoft, McKinsey, and the World Economic Forum. So whether you’re pivoting careers, leading a team, or just trying to stay sane in the swirl of it all, this episode is your field guide to staying irreplaceable. Let’s dive in!

In this episode:

(03:58) - The Importance of Analytical Thinking (07:44) - Resiliency, Flexibility, and Agility (10:52) - Practical Tips to Build Resiliency and Agility (13:56) - Developing Strategies to Handle Stress (15:33) - Leadership and Social Influence (16:47) - Why Leadership Is All About Orchestration (18:02) - Empathy and Active Listening (22:21) - Curiosity and Lifelong Learning (26:18) - How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset

Links and Resources

• Economic Forum Report | https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/
• McKinsey Report | https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/mckinsey-digital/our-insights/superagency-in-the-workplace-empowering-people-to-unlock-ais-full-potential-at-work 
• Microsoft Work Trend Index | https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/work-trend-index

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