AI and the Future of Work (Sarala et al., 2025) | JMS FT50

Welcome to "Revise and Resubmit"—the podcast where we dive deep into groundbreaking research published in the world's most prestigious business journals.Today, we’re tackling a topic that affects every professional, every industry, and every organization:The Future of Work in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. AI is no longer a distant concept—it’s here, shaping the way we work, the way we think about work, and even the way we define work itself. Some scholars see a future of boundless opportunity, where AI enhances human potential. Others warn of disruption, inequality, and even obsolescence. But what does the research actually say?In this episode, we explore an insightful article byRiikka M. Sarala, Corinne Post, Jonathan Doh, and Daniel Muzio, published in the prestigiousJournal of Management Studies—an FT50 journal, recognized among the world’s top business publications. Their work dives into how AI is transforming workplaces, the role of institutions in managing this shift, and what it all means for businesses, employees, and policymakers alike.Will AI be the great equalizer, leveling the playing field? Or will it deepen the divide between those who can adapt and those who can’t?Let’s find out.A special thank you tothe authors, the Society for the Advancement of Management Studies, and John Wiley & Sons Ltd. for bringing this important research to light.If you enjoy deep dives into cutting-edge business research, make sure tosubscribe to "Revise and Resubmit" on Spotify and follow "Weekend Researcher" on YouTube. You can also find us onAmazon Prime and Apple Podcasts.Now, let’s get into it.ReferenceSarala, R.M., Post, C., Doh, J. and Muzio, D. (2025), Advancing Research on the Future of Work in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI). J. Manage. Stud.. https://doi.org/10.1111/joms.13195Youtube Channel⁠https://www.youtube.com/@weekendresearcher⁠Support us on Patreonhttps://patreon.com/weekendresearcher