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Here is my recent Daily Record column. My past Daily Record articles can be accessed here. **** Technology Competence in the Age of Artificial Intelligence With technology evolving so quickly, powered by the rapid development of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, keeping pace with change becomes all the more critical. For lawyers, the ethical requirement of maintaining technology competence plays a large part in that endeavor. The duty of technology competence is relatively broad, and the obligations required by this ethical rule can sometimes be unclear, especially when applied to emerging technologies like AI. Rule 1.1 states that a “lawyer...

Despite growing use of AI in legal work, concerns persist over public tools producing fake information

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When you choose to support your employees and team members through challenging times, it is not only a compassionate act, but also a strategic decision.

What X needs is stronger blocking, not this.

In a rapidly changing technological landscape, employee learning is fast becoming a top priority employers looking to upskill, re-skill, and retain top talent.

Talking about mental health in the workplace can be challenging, especially when it involves discussing your own struggles. However, prioritizing your mental

Proposed guidelines aim to inject badly needed common sense into password hygiene.

'We risk going down the same route as we did with climate change.'

Dive into the world of eDiscovery and learn about the impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) on the industry.

Navigate the challenges of AI with an internal Artificial Intelligence policy. Learn how to develop a strategic approach to AI adoption.

Net-zero emission goals went out the window with AI.

Today artificial intelligence can be harnessed by nearly anyone, using commands in everyday language instead of code. Soon it will transform more than 40% of all work activity, according to the authors’ research. In this new era of collaboration between humans and machines, the ability to leverage AI effectively will be critical to your professional success. This article describes the three kinds of “fusion skills” you need to get the best results from gen AI. Intelligent interrogation involves instructing large language models to perform in ways that generate better outcomes—by, say, breaking processes down into steps or visualizing multiple potential paths to a solution. Judgment integration is about incorporating expert and ethical human discernment to make AI’s output more trustworthy, reliable, and accurate. It entails augmenting a model’s training sources with authoritative knowledge bases when necessary, keeping biases out of prompts, ensuring the privacy of any data used by the models, and scrutinizing suspect output. With reciprocal apprenticing, you tailor gen AI to your company’s specific business context by including rich organizational data and know-how into the commands you give it. As you become better at doing that, you yourself learn how to train the AI to tackle more-sophisticated challenges. The AI revolution is already here. Learning these three skills will prepare you to thrive in it.

Event discusses ways to reclaim digital networks, make better use of AI

Is your use of AI violating the law? A new article discusses the current legal landscape you need to know to minimize potential liability.

During a panel discussion in Denver earlier this month, experts explained steps organizations can take to improve employees’ mental health.

Discover how to find a boss who aligns with your values and enhances your career satisfaction. Learn key questions to ask in interviews to gauge management style and avoid repeating past negative experiences. This blog post provides valuable insights for job seekers looking to thrive in their career

The new model can reason through really hard problems. Some will see its promise before others.

Opening up about your mental health at work can feel really daunting, especially if sharing your feelings is not something that comes naturally to you. Remember that your manager is there to support you, and workplace accommodations for mental health are both necessary and beneficial for everyone involved.

Depending on the situation and what you’re looking for, a move in any direction (be it up, down or sideways) can be a strategic form of advancement that puts you on a path to achieve your long-term career goals. As you consider advancement options in your own career, I encourage you to consider how and when a backward or lateral move might serve you.

A recent study by Workhuman has revealed that managers are more likely to be guilty of faking productivity—or fauxductivity—in the workplace than their employees. (Cue the disbelief from the cubicl…

I spent a weekend earning my digital credential in AI from IBM. The last session was my favorite.

If your social media news feed is a chaotic mess, you can do something about it!

Here is my recent Daily Record column. My past Daily Record articles can be accessed here. **** Legal Ethics in the AI Era: The NYC Bar Weighs In Since November 2022, when the release of ChatGPT was first announced, many jurisdictions have released AI guidance. In this column, I’ve covered the advice rendered by many state ethics committees, including California, Florida, New Jersey, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, the American Bar Association, and most recently, Virginia. Now, the New York City Bar Association has entered the ring, issuing Formal Ethics Opinion 2024-5 on August 7th. The New York City Bar...

The workplace importance of soft skills is growing quickly. LinkedIn offers free learning paths to help develop six of the most critical.

Addressing inequity in AI requires an understanding of how bias manifests itself in both society and algorithms.

How to Foster a Culture of Wellness in the Workplace Creating a culture of wellness in the workplace is essential for promoting employee health, enhancing productivity, and reducing turnover. A sup…

Less than half of companies feel highly prepared for the most basic requirements, such as data management.

Here is my recent Daily Record column. My past Daily Record articles can be accessed here. **** Practical and Adaptable AI Guidance Arrives From the Virginia State Bar If you're concerned about the ethical issues surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) tools, the good news is that there's no shortage of guidance. A wealth of resources, guidelines, and recommendations are now available to help you navigate these concerns. Traditionally, bar associations have taken years to analyze the ethical implications of new and emerging technologies. However, generative AI has reversed this trend. Ethics guidance has emerged far more quickly, which is a very...