Blog 1: The Fear of AI — Why It Feels So Real
Dr. Gretchen Johns Dr. Gretchen Johns

Blog 1: The Fear of AI — Why It Feels So Real

“Will AI replace me?” If you’ve asked yourself this, you’re not alone. Fear of being replaced by technology isn’t new — people worried when looms, computers, and ATMs appeared too.

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AI Won’t Replace You — But Someone Using It Might Series
Dr. Gretchen Johns Dr. Gretchen Johns

AI Won’t Replace You — But Someone Using It Might Series

AI Won’t Replace You — But Someone Using It Might

The rise of AI has sparked a familiar fear: “Will this technology replace me?” History — from looms to ATMs to computers — shows us that jobs don’t simply disappear; they evolve. The real question isn’t whether AI will take your place, but whether you’ll learn how to use it effectively.

This 5-part blog series explores the shifting landscape of work in the age of AI, grounded in I/O psychology and real-world examples. You’ll discover:

  • Why fears about AI feel so real — and how to reframe them.

  • What AI can (and can’t) actually do in today’s workplace.

  • The human skills that remain your ultimate career advantage.

  • Practical ways to make AI your co-pilot, not your competitor.

  • How to future-proof your career by staying curious, adaptable, and human.

Your edge in the AI era isn’t competing against the machine — it’s learning how to combine your unique human strengths with AI tools. Because in the end, AI won’t replace you, but someone using it wisely might.

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Resiliency: The Stubborn Superpower That Keeps You Standing
Dr. Gretchen Johns Dr. Gretchen Johns

Resiliency: The Stubborn Superpower That Keeps You Standing

Resiliency, the ability to cope with adversity, is essential in navigating life’s challenges such as personal, financial, or work-related difficulties. Individuals respond differently to adversity, with some initially avoiding reality, but ultimately must summon inner strength and psychological resources like confidence, optimism, and hope to adapt to change and overcome obstacles.

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Bridging the Gap for Students without Internships
Dr. Gretchen Johns Dr. Gretchen Johns

Bridging the Gap for Students without Internships

AGADA Edge is a digital career development platform designed to support students and early-career individuals who face challenges securing traditional internships due to competition, financial constraints, or geographic barriers. It provides alternative pathways to build skills, personal branding, portfolios, interview readiness, and networking capabilities to prepare users for the job market without formal internship experience.

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