Based on the best-selling book , IRREPLACEABLE, by Pascal Bornet. This course provides a roadmap to thriving in an AI-driven world, focusing on developing the human skills that technology can't replicate. Learn how to stay relevant, adapt to AI disruptions, and lead effectively in a changing landscape. By mastering creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking, you will become indispensable at work.
Future of Work: Mastering Human Skills for the Age of AI

Future of Work: Mastering Human Skills for the Age of AI

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What you'll learn
Identify and develop human skills such as creativity, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence that are essential in the AI age
Apply practical methods to enhance resilience and adaptability in rapidly changing environments
Leverage AI as a tool to augment your abilities and lead effectively in technology-driven organizations
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February 2026
18 assignments
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In this section, we identify and debunk widespread myths about artificial intelligence (AI), analyze its real-world impact on society and business, and practice evaluating credible sources versus AI-related rumors.
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2 videos5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine the origins and significance of being irreplaceable, analyze the enduring value of human qualities amid AI expansion, and explore what makes individuals and organizations uniquely essential.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine the urgent need to develop irreplaceable human qualities in the age of AI, differentiate replaceable skills, and introduce the IRREPLACEABLE framework for personal and professional relevance
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine the accelerating impact of AI on job security, explore historical patterns of automation, and discuss adaptive strategies to ensure ongoing career relevance in an evolving job market.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we challenge common myths about AI and technical skills, examining the unique human abilities that remain less susceptible to automation and exploring how to cultivate complementary skills for effective collaboration with AI.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we distinguish Humics-creativity, critical thinking, and social authenticity-from traditional skills, and examine how nurturing these core human abilities fosters adaptable, valuable skills in the evolving AI-driven job market.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we discover how to debunk creativity myths, enhance critical thinking, and improve social skills to boost adaptability and effectiveness in both personal and professional settings.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we examine how adopting an AI-first mindset, strengthening AI literacy, and strategically deploying AI tools can amplify productivity, efficiency, and value in the modern workplace.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we examine the effects of AI-driven rapid technological change, explore mental health challenges, and introduce practical strategies to cultivate resilience and adaptability for sustained well-being and workplace performance.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we explore how AI automation challenges traditional concepts of work, discuss the potential for shorter workweeks, and examine societal implications of reduced or eliminated employment in an AI-driven economy.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine the shortcomings of traditional education in the age of AI and focus on strategies to foster creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical reasoning for future-ready learners.
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In this section, we examine how AI-driven algorithms create distractions in daily life, identify behavioral triggers, and apply effective strategies to reduce their impact on focus and mental well-being.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we examine the warning signs and impacts of AI-generated technology addiction, analyze AI-driven engagement strategies, and discuss practical methods to reduce digital dependence and foster healthier tech habits.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we examine best practices for managing personal data with AI, address ethical considerations in data usage, and discuss advocating for data ownership and fair compensation in a technology-driven world.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine the necessity for businesses to become irreplaceable by integrating AI with human judgment, highlighting risks of unchecked automation and emphasizing balance for resilience and market relevance.
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In this section, we examine how to make a company AI-ready by fostering an AI mindset, building workforce AI literacy, and implementing ethical, explainable, and secure AI practices for business resilience.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore how combining human expertise with AI enhances business value, focusing on authenticity, differentiation, and practical strategies to improve customer satisfaction and competitive advantage.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we examine the growing necessity for organizational resilience and adaptability, exploring practical strategies and frameworks that help companies respond to AI-driven disruption and global volatility while pursuing sustainable growth.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment
In this section, we create an action plan to enhance your AI-Ready, Human-Ready, and Change-Ready skills, develop an efficient AI mindset, and implement task automation strategies to increase professional value.
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