{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#21: The Value of Human Connection in an AI-Driven World","description":"AI tools are helping businesses move faster than ever, but are they also driving us apart? In this episode of Accelerated Velocity, Grace and Peter explore a growing culture of avoidance fueled by AI. The conversation isn\u2019t about rejecting new technology, but about recognizing when to lean on your team, colleagues, and community. Proactive communication, collaboration, and knowing when to ask for help have always been valuable skills. Today, they\u2019re becoming true differentiators in workplaces where AI overreliance is common. You\u2019ll hear real-world examples of both the risks and opportunities AI creates, along with practical ways to restore authentic collaboration, connection, and creativity in your work and team culture Subscribe to our newsletter Chapters: 00:54 \u2013 Is AI driving us apart from other humans? 01:51 \u2013 From classrooms to boardrooms: the avoidance effect 04:38 \u2013 In-person events &amp;amp; the value of human connection 06:15 \u2013 Why human talent matters more than ever 07:52 \u2013 Remote work, team communication, and facing challenges head-on 10:26 \u2013 Practical ways teams can rebuild connection 12:39 \u2013 Final Takeaways &amp;amp; Gentle Reminders &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Accelerated Velocity","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/573960","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38477925\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/194043795"}