Coexistence: Humans & AI in the Workplace

Episode 13: Neurodiversity, Trust, and “Practical AI” — Augmenting People, Not Replacing Them

Zohra Damani, Latif Hamlani Season 1 Episode 13

In this episode of 'Coexistence Humans and AI in the Workplace', Dr. Z and tech strategist Latif interview Derek Crager, founder of Practical AI and AI for Autistics. They explore how Derek's late diagnosis of autism shaped his innovative approaches to learning and performance. 

The discussion centers around Practical AI's flagship product, Pocket Mentor, an AI-powered tool providing just-in-time knowledge to employees, enhancing productivity and reducing cognitive load. They also delve into the concept of 'spiky profiles' from Dr. Nancy Doyle, emphasizing the importance of leveraging individual strengths within neurodiverse teams. Derek outlines a blueprint for leaders to implement AI effectively while fostering human dignity, trust, and continuous improvement.

Check out Derek's work here: 

https://www.practicalai.app
https://www.humanfirstai.net 

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