Finding meaningful work and happiness in the AI age depends on you - your ability to learn, unlearn, and re-learn at the pace of technological change. Follow Edward D. Hess, Professor Emeritus of Business Administration at the Darden School of Business, as he lays the groundwork for personal development and exceptional leadership in an era of exponential technological growth.

Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course
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Human Excellence in the AI Age, Part 1: A Soft Skills Course

Instructor: Edward D. Hess
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What you'll learn
Tools to help you be more resilient and make better life choices and decisions.
Strategies to work towards becoming your Best Self.
Skills you'll gain
- Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
- Social Skills
- Lifelong Learning
- Rapport Building
- Leadership
- Self-Awareness
- Cognitive flexibility
- Meditation & Breathwork
- Trustworthiness
- Overcoming Obstacles
- Composure
- Willingness To Learn
- Stress Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Adaptability
- Professional Development
- Relationship Building
- Personal Development
- Leadership Development
- Mindfulness
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Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024
It is important to be humble and fearless, as this course emphasizes. But I would also emphasize truthfulness.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025
Excellent course provides me the path and tools to be other minded every day
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025
I like the part with practical breathing exercise - I think is very helpful.





