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Katy George discusses the need for organizations to move beyond rigid structures to embrace adaptability and skill-based teams in the AI era.

Rigid org charts are quickly becoming a barrier to AI-fueled business impact. Microsoft's CVP of Workforce Transformation joins WorkLab host Molly Wood to share how the most forward-thinking companies are breaking down silos, building teams around skills, and embracing constant change. Discover why adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to reinvent are the new must-haves for leaders and employees alike—and how your organization can unleash human capability for the AI era. Show Notes WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter

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Host: Molly Wood

Guest: Katy George

Topics covered

• organizational structure
• AI impact
• team dynamics
• workforce transformation
• leadership
• adaptability

Keywords

• org chart
• AI
• business impact
• team building
• leadership
• human capability
• workforce

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Organizations: Microsoft, WorkLab

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