Today, when hiring, leaders I know look for what might be called a generalist with judgment, someone analytical and adaptable who is nimble enough to learn skills and become reasonably conversant in new knowledge. The best candidates share a quality no machine can replicate. They think independently, navigate ambiguity without waiting for instruction, analyze the questions that were not asked but should have been and own their decisions. They use A.I. — as a tool but not a crutch.

 

Why A.I. Can’t Make Thoughtful Decisions

By Blair Effron

Mr. Effron is a co-founder of Centerview Partners, an investment bank.