TIGER Talk: The Meaning Gap in the Age of Automation: Navigating Work and Life with AI and Robots

As AI and automation increasingly reshape the world of work, many people face a profound crisis of meaning in their personal and professional lives. Tasks once done by humans are rapidly becoming automated, raising existential questions about purpose, identity, and the future of work.

In this talk, Ryan Frederick will explore how the rise of AI and robots is impacting human purpose, the emotional and psychological challenges this brings, and ways to adapt and thrive in a landscape where work as we know it is dramatically changing. Join us to learn strategies for finding meaning and maintaining fulfillment in an automated world, beyond productivity and efficiency.

Key Takeaways:

The Changing Landscape of Work: Understand how AI and automation are transforming industries and jobs, leading to shifts in how we perceive work and its value.
The Crisis of Meaning: Learn about the psychological and existential challenges that arise as human work is replaced by machines and how it affects our sense of purpose and identity.
Redefining Purpose: Explore ways to find meaning beyond traditional work, focusing on creativity, connection, and human-centered values that machines cannot replicate.
Adapting to Change: Gain practical strategies for maintaining fulfillment in a world where jobs are increasingly automated and discover new ways to integrate technology into a meaningful life.
The Human Advantage: Understand the unique human qualities—such as empathy, creativity, and moral decision-making—that remain vital in an automated world, and how to leverage these traits in future roles.

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Our featured speaker, Ryan Frederick, is an advisor, author, investor, and speaker. Ryan is a Principal at the technology advising firm Transform Labs.

Ryan blends a technical background with business acumen to provide a balanced perspective of company strategy and business model for the most value and impact. Ryan has been part of starting and growing several product and service companies, including from inception to exit and turnarounds, helping the companies to establish product market fit and long-term sustainability.

Ryan has written two books about starting and managing companies. The first, The Founders Manual, focuses on key insights for entrepreneurs around product, being a founder, and their companies. The second, Sell Naked, shares perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of managing and growing a professional services firm.

Ryan frequently speaks about the future of work, digital transformation, and leveraging technology for greater impact and value.

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Like all TIGER Events, this one is FREE.

Timeline:

11:30 am – Lunch + Mingling

11:50 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”)

12:05 pm – Hand-off to Ryan

1:00 pm – Wrap / More Mingling

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Date and Time

Friday Mar 14, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Location

Brick House Blue at Innovate New Albany

7775 Walton Parkway New Albany OH 43054

Fees/Admission

Website

Innovate New Albany

Contact Information

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