Is artificial intelligence an opportunity or a risk for leaders? It was on this theme that some thirty leaders met in the premises of Réseau Entreprendre Paris, on November 19, to debate the multiple issues related to AI.
How does artificial intelligence limit human sensitive capacities such as intuition, courage, and empathy? Helene Le Teno, president of HLU, questioned our speakers—and the participants in small groups—about their experiences related to AI.
Some excerpts from our round table discussion are below:
“AI is the masterpiece of scientific marketing. Algorithms only have the meaning we give them. Beware of a return to scientism! Only real-world experience can verify the relevance of algorithms.”
Etienne de Rocquigny, founder of Blaise Pascal Advisors and president of Espérance & Algorithmes
“Algorithms shouldn’t replace humans. We can waste money for years if we’re not working with relevant use cases. AI has only one mission: to enhance human values and creativity.”
Aurélien Fenard, Director of Digital Transformation and HR Data at France Travail
“For lawyers, many of whom are resistant to algorithms, these tools are designed to free up valuable time. Many cases of burnout are linked to a lack of time in the profession.”
Jules Touzet, PhD candidate at the CRDEI laboratory – Centre for European and International Research and Documentation – and co-founder of Haiku (formerly Clerk)
“It is essential for leaders to know their values and who they are. Intuition often makes all the difference in projects. Cultivating empathy and acting with courage is essential.”
Sara Dupuis, founder of Mayari Executive and SymbiOse Ecosystem