Topic: Beyond Prompts: The 5 Pillars to Build Human-AI Relationships that Get Things Done

Presented By: Paul Carney, SPHR, EVP/Chief Human Resources Officer of Carter Bank 

Program Overview Description:

As artificial intelligence evolves from a mere tool into a digital counterpart,

organizations face a critical challenge: technical expertise alone isn't driving the

expected business results. According to a study by Upwork in July, 2024, 77% of

employees using AI say these tools have added to their workload, and nearly half

(47%) of employees using AI report they do not know how to achieve the expected

productivity gains. A report by McKinsey in August 2024, states that while AI

promises significant productivity gains and cost reductions, these benefits only

materialize when leaders successfully blend AI capabilities with human skills

across their organizational processes.

In this groundbreaking talk, Paul reveals why traditional AI training falls short and

he demonstrates how organizations can achieve remarkable productivity gains by

preparing employees to treat AI as a team member, while avoiding the common

pitfall of anthropomorphizing these digital tools. It all starts with training

employees to accept, better understand, and effectively use AI.

Drawing from research and practical experience, Paul introduces the Five Pillars

of Human-AI Collaboration™ and shows how emotional intelligence serves as the

foundation for successful AI integration. Attendees will learn concrete strategies

for managing AI-related anxiety, building trust in hybrid teams, and creating

workflows that integrate both human and artificial intelligence. This talk goes

beyond basic prompting to address the real challenges organizations face in the

AI era, providing leaders with actionable frameworks for building teams into AI

collaboration pioneers.

Learning Objectives

After attending this session, participants will be able to:

1. Design and implement change management strategies for AI integration

that address employee resistance, build psychological safety, and foster a

culture of innovation (People Knowledge Domain: Employee Engagement &

Retention)

2. Develop frameworks for ethical AI adoption that align with organizational

values, ensure compliance, and maintain employee trust while improving

operational efficiency (Organization Knowledge Domain: Structure of HR

Function)

3. Design and implement training programs that build AI collaboration

competencies in hybrid human-AI teams, focusing on both technical skills

and emotional intelligence while establishing clear protocols for

collaboration (People Knowledge Domain: Talent Development)

4. Establish metrics and evaluation systems to measure the success of AI

integration initiatives while establishing equitable impact across diverse

workforce populations (Workplace Knowledge Domain: HR in the Global

Context).

About the speaker:

Paul Carney brings a unique perspective to the AI revolution, drawing from his

30-year journey across technology, business, training, and human resources. As a

CHRO (Chief Human Resources Officer) for a large bank and a tech entrepreneur,

he bridges the pivotal gap between human potential and artificial intelligence. His

innovative approaches to human-AI integration transform operations at

organizations ranging from startups to established institutions.

Author of "Move Your Æ(ash): Know, Grow, and Show Your Career Value" and a

certified AI Expert™ and AI Prompt Engineer™, Paul combines deep technical

expertise with practical HR wisdom. His frameworks for human-AI collaboration

help organizations navigate the complexities of AI adoption while maintaining their

human-centric values.

Based in Oak Ridge, NC, Paul brings the same passion for continuous learning to

his personal life, having earned the prestigious Level 2 Award in Wine alongside

his wife and business partner, Lisa. This dedication to mastery, whether in

technology or life's pleasures, defines his approach to building successful

human-AI relationships.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulcarneyworks/

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Pending Approval for 1 hour of HRCI General Credit and 1 hour of SHRM Credit

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