Stay Relevant or Get Left Behind in AI-Powered Workplaces That Never Stop Changing
About this episode
Chris Flakus shares insights on staying relevant in an AI-powered workplace, emphasizing adaptability, curiosity, and lifelong learning for both job seekers and employers.
Drawing on three decades of executive recruiting experience, workforce strategist Chris Flakus offers practical advice on how job candidates can land better positions and how companies can hire and retain exceptional employees. Chris is the CEO of CSI Companies and author of Stay Relevant: Conquer Workplace Change at Every Phase of Your Career . For job seekers and employees alike, his message is straightforward: Stay relevant by demonstrating 1) adaptability, 2) curiosity, and 3) a commitment to lifelong learning. For employers, his recommendation is equally clear: Hire, develop, and reward people who embody those three qualities. As Chris explains, in today's rapidly evolving, AI-influenced workplace, technical skills remain essential, but character increasingly distinguishes those who succeed. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart . Photo : Chris Flakus, CSI Companies Posted : July 6, 2026 Monday Morning Run Time: 44:10 Episode : 15.3 [Be sure to pick up your copy of All You Can Eat Business Wisdom: Second Helpings , the new Monday Morning Radio anthology featuring 21 world-class thinkers and leaders.]
Topics covered
- AI in workplaces
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