The “5 Essential Moves to Lead Talent in the Age of AI” playbook by Liza Mucheru Wisner (OpenSesame) argues that AI has fundamentally changed how organizations must develop talent. Many companies still rely on outdated, one-size-fits-all training, while employees now expect personalized and adaptive growth opportunities. Wisner emphasizes that talent development is no longer a support function but a strategic necessity – AI won’t fix weak leadership; it will expose it.
The five essential moves are:
- Map workforce skills using AI-driven diagnostics.
- Tailor learning to generational preferences.
- Automate routine tasks so leaders can focus on strategy.
- Use AI insights to support empathetic, data-informed coaching.
- Evolve compliance training into capability building for innovation and agility.
The playbook concludes that success in the AI era requires anticipation, adaptability, and continuous investment in people to stay ahead of the competition.