Employment Is Dead - by Deborah Perry Piscione & Josh Drean (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Business is on the cusp of an inevitable and profound transformation. Conventional work paradigms are failing to adapt to the evolving needs and expectations of the modern workforce. Simultaneously, the emergence of disruptive technologies such as artificial intelligence, coupled with Web3 innovations including the metaverse, blockchain, and decentralized work models, is unlocking a whole new realm of work. It raises a pivotal question: Is the era of traditional employment over? The tools of tomorrow will amplify human potential, from collaborating in virtual spaces through digital avatars, to managing transactions transparently on the blockchain. Those who embrace these technologies-and the manner in which people want to work-will unleash unprecedented levels of productivity and innovation. Conversely, those who remain tethered to outdated work patterns risk losing out on the best talent, and even becoming obsolete. Employment Is Dead ventures into unexplored territories to reveal how these innovations can transform work into more democratic, human-centric, and empowering work experiences. Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean bring to life the seismic shifts occurring in the workforce, propelled by employees' growing demand for autonomy, flexibility, and a sense of purpose in their work. The authors challenge leaders to embrace these changes, offering vital insights into navigating this new landscape. With compelling case studies and cutting-edge examples, this book is an essential read for those aiming to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital environment and harness disruptive technologies to redefine the future of work"--

Book Synopsis

With disruptive technologies on the horizon, traditional employment models are becoming outdated. How will your organization adapt to the evolving landscape of work?

Business is on the cusp of a profound transformation. Conventional work models are failing to adapt to the evolving needs and expectations of the modern workforce. Simultaneously, the emergence of disruptive technologies such as artificial intelligence, coupled with web3 innovations, including the metaverse and decentralized work models, is unlocking a new realm of possibilities. It raises the question: Is the era of traditional employment over?

The tools of tomorrow will amplify human potential, from collaborating in virtual spaces through digital avatars, to managing transactions transparently on blockchain. Those who embrace these technologies--and the ways people want to work--will unleash unprecedented levels of productivity and innovation. But those who don't risk losing out on the best talent, and even becoming obsolete.

Employment Is Dead ventures into unexplored territories to reveal how these innovations can transform work into more democratic, human-centric, and empowering work experiences. Deborah Perry Piscione and Josh Drean bring to life the seismic shifts occurring in the workforce, propelled by employees' growing demand for autonomy, flexibility, and a sense of purpose in their work. The authors challenge leaders to embrace these changes, offering vital insights into navigating this new landscape. With compelling case studies and cutting-edge examples, this book is an essential read for those aiming to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital environment and harnessing disruptive technologies to redefine the future of work.

Review Quotes

Advance Praise for Employment Is Dead:

"A crash course on how new technologies are poised to transform our jobs. If you're curious about what AI, VR, and DAO mean for leaders and employees--or scratching your head at what these terms mean at all--this book offers you a window into the future of work." -- Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author, Think Again and Hidden Potential; podcast host, WorkLife

"An insightful look into the rapid and profound transformation of work as a result of disruptive technologies. Perry Piscione and Drean offer a compelling guide for leaders everywhere to navigate these changes." -- Ravin Jesuthasan, Senior Partner and Global Leader for Transformation Services, Mercer; futurist; and coauthor, Wall Street Journal bestseller, Work Without Jobs

"New technologies and work structures are a top opportunity for more effective collaboration and powerful strategic outcomes--but only if they are harnessed appropriately. Perry Piscione and Drean allow us to imagine the vast possibilities of the metaverse, gen AI, and more when ingredients like trust, shared goals, and strength-based working are in place." -- Heidi K. Gardner, Distinguished Fellow, Harvard Law School's Center on the Legal Profession; bestselling coauthor, Smarter Collaboration; and Thinkers50 top global management thinker (2023)

"Disruptive technologies are driving rapid change to the workplace, presenting new challenges and opportunities to both employees and leaders. In Employment Is Dead, Perry Piscione and Drean explain these changes and provide a road map to help us navigate the path forward." -- Paul Daugherty, former Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, Accenture, and coauthor of Human + Machine

"Perry Piscione and Drean know firsthand how emerging tech changes the workplace and how we work in this era of convergence. Through this essential book, they become our ideal guides into the future of employment and new work experiences." -- Cathy Hackl, tech futurist; cofounder, Journey; and host, Adweek's TechMagic podcast

"Employment Is Dead is essential reading for those who want to understand the future of work. Perry Piscione and Drean's human-centric approach explains technology's role in enhancing employee experience and driving continuous learning while also providing important insights and practical strategies for creating a dynamic, engaged, and productive workforce in the digital age." -- Josh Bersin, global industry analyst; and founder, the Josh Bersin Company

About the Author

Deborah Perry Piscione is a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur and innovation and future-of-business thought leader. She is the author of multiple books, including the New York Times bestseller Secrets of Silicon Valley. She is a LinkedIn Learning instructor on the topics of risk-taking and innovation. She was previously a staffer in the US Congress and at the White House, and she served as an on-air commentator on CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News.

Josh Drean is a web3 and workforce advisor at the Harvard Innovation Labs and cofounder of DreanMedia. He is an HR transformation expert who connects emerging technologies with workplace strategies. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Company, and MIT Technology Review, and his YouTube channel has garnered millions of views.

Perry Piscione and Drean are cofounders of the Work3 Institute, an AI and web3 advisory firm.