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Don’t Automate the Soul Out of Your Business

How to Use AI and Automation Without Losing the Human Edge

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James Hicks and Caren Glasser
Jun 01, 2026
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AI and automation are in every boardroom conversation right now.

Everybody is talking about moving faster, scaling smarter, and using the latest tools to get more done with less effort. But clarity is still rare. And that is the real problem.

Moving faster does not matter if you are headed in the wrong direction.

That one idea should probably be taped to e…

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Caren is a Tech Evangelist focused on helping people use technology with clarity, confidence, and intention. She writes The Smart Stack, exploring how to turn insight into momentum without overwhelm.
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