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AI is Creating Capacity. Will Leaders Cut Costs or Build a Growth Engine?

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CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel
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Sep 17, 2026
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Summary

In today's episode: Almost everyone answers the same way when asked why they're using AI. But they’re answering the wrong question entirely. A study of 7,000 knowledge workers found real time savings from AI, but something surprising happened when it came to organizational results. What happens when your workers get work done… early?! CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel is a 5-minute daily podcast where business pragmatism meets inner wisdom. Jessica launches her new partnership with SHRM on The Work Signal newsletter, unpacking why individual AI productivity gains rarely translate into organizational transformation without a clear culture and leadership response. Connect with Dr. Jessica Kriegel on LinkedIn Other Ways to Connect: Jessica Kriegel Website Jessica Kriegel Instagram Jessica Kriegel Newsletter Culture Partners Website Culture Partners LinkedIn