157. Expert predictions for 2025 (Part 1): AI, soft skills, and the future of remote work

Truth, Lies, and Work is an award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network, hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott. As 2024 comes to an end, we bring you part one of a two-part predictions series featuring insights from eight workplace experts. This week, we focus on technology and adaptation in 2025. Join us next week for part two, where we explore leadership, culture, and wellbeing. 🗓️ Episode Overview: We reflect on 2024’s wins and misses and dive into what’s coming next year. Our experts share bold predictions on how AI, remote work, and human skills will reshape the workplace. 🎧 Key Predictions: Oliver Yonchev: AI Agents Will Lead the Way: In 2025, AI will evolve beyond chatbots to interconnected systems working together to complete tasks, fundamentally changing how teams operate. Follow Oliver on LinkedIn or check out his podcast, Memes and Machines. Will Giangrande: Soft Skills Take Center Stage: As AI handles technical tasks, employers will prioritize emotional intelligence, communication, and curiosity in hiring. Follow Will on LinkedIn or check out his podcast, 19 Year Old Shrink Eman Ismail: AI in Marketing: AI will transform email marketing, helping teams improve processes and creativity. The key to success? Strong strategies and human expertise. Follow Eman on LinkedIn or check out her podcast, Mistakes That Made Me Chris Savage: Remote Work Balances Out: 2025 will see more companies mastering remote work, blending virtual efficiency with the value of occasional in-person collaboration. Follow Chris on LinkedIn or check out his podcast, Talking Too Loud Amy McKeown: The Death of Old Work Practices: Organizations that adapt to constant change, embrace flexibility, and prioritize employee wellbeing will thrive. Follow Amy on LinkedIn Phill Agnew: Authenticity Wins: Sharing the joy of creating your work can boost engagement and sales, signaling a shift toward more human-centered communication. Follow Phill on LinkedIn or check out his podcast, Nudge Sonia Thompson: Gen Z’s Workforce Takeover: Gen Z is diverse, disruptive, and ready to drive change. Engaging them in conversations and understanding their values will be crucial for organizations aiming to thrive. Follow Sonia on LinkedIn or check out her podcast, Inclusion & Marketing 💡 Key Takeaways for 2025: AI will enhance human skills, not replace them. Adaptability and flexibility will be critical for businesses. Authentic human connection will remain a powerful competitive advantage. 🎧 What’s Next: Join us on January 2nd for part two of our predictions series. We’ll hear from workplace experts, including Dr. Audrey Tang, Katie O’Mally, and Rob Kalwarowsky, as they explore leadership, culture, and wellbeing in 2025. 💡 Don’t miss our unedited interview with psychology legend John Amaechi next Tuesday, featuring a hot take on Jordan Peterson. Subscribe now to stay ahead of workplace trends in the new year!

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Truth, Lies & Work is the award-winning podcast where behavioural science meets workplace culture. Hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott, the show has reached #2 in the UK Business Podcast Charts and consistently ranks as a Top 10 trending business podcast globally. With a unique blend of evidence-based insight and lived experience, Leanne and Al simplify the science of people and culture to help leaders attract, engage, and retain great talent. Episodes drop twice a week. Tuesdays feature a global people and culture news round-up, a hot take from an emerging or established voice, and the world-famous Workplace Surgery—where Leanne answers real listener questions with practical advice. Thursdays dive deeper with expert guests from across the business and psychology worlds, sharing fresh perspectives and actionable strategies. Whether you're scaling a startup or leading a large team, Truth, Lies & Work delivers the tools, thinking, and inspiration to build thriving, toxic-free workplaces that prioritise well-being and drive sustainable growth. Also, the hosts are married—so expect unfiltered honesty, occasional banter, and a real-life lens on work and life.