Another Crazy Day in AI: Becoming the Boss of Bots
- Wowza Team
- Apr 25
- 4 min read
Hello, AI Enthusiasts.
Ah, Friday. The sweet spot where work is behind you and the weekend beckons. But before you officially clock out, let’s talk about how AI’s making its way into the workplace. Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index has some big news: the rise of “agent bosses.” Yep, soon you might be managing an AI colleague who can handle the grunt work, leaving you with more time for creative strategy. (Aren't we all about that?)
Meanwhile, a study shows that AI can save you hours a year in admin tasks—yes, 122 hours. That’s nearly five extra days for whatever you want.
Oh, and Microsoft? They made an ad using generative AI, and it was so seamless that nobody even noticed.
Enjoy your weekend—no prompts required.
Here's another crazy day in AI:
The changing face of work
AI could cut 120+ hours of admin work a year, Google reports
A Microsoft ad was made with AI, and viewers had no clue
Some AI tools to try out
TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Leading the Digital Workforce
Image Credit: Wowza (created with Ideogram)
Are you ready to become an "Agent Boss"?
In the latest episode of The AI Daily Brief, host Nathaniel Whittemore explores this fast-approaching future through Microsoft's newest Work Trend Index. Based on insights from over 30,000 knowledge workers, the report introduces the idea of the “frontier firm,” where employees don’t just use AI—they lead it. Microsoft outlines how organizations are moving beyond AI assistants toward fully integrated systems of human-agent collaboration, reshaping what leadership and teamwork look like.
The report details a three-phase evolution: starting with AI as assistants, advancing to agents as team members, and culminating with employees managing networks of AI agents to drive operations. As AI tools move from experimental add-ons to critical infrastructure, companies are rethinking everything from team structures to leadership roles.
What's changing in the world of work:
Three in four knowledge workers now use generative AI tools.
82% of business leaders anticipate using AI agents to increase team capacity.
Roles like “AI agent specialist” and “digital team strategist” are entering the workforce.
Traditional org charts are being replaced by flexible, goal-driven “work charts.”
Interruptions—averaging 275 per day—are fueling demand for smarter, agent-supported workflows.
There’s a growing gap between how leaders and employees are approaching AI, with leaders taking the lead on strategy.
The majority of leaders expect their teams to be managing or training AI agents in the next few years.
While many of the ideas in the Work Trend Index still feel new, the numbers suggest they’re already becoming part of how companies operate. Leaders are thinking seriously about how to organize work when intelligent agents are no longer just tools, but active participants. That brings up practical considerations—from how to structure teams to what kind of training people might need to work effectively alongside or oversee these systems.
There’s no single way forward, but it’s clear that expectations are changing. Whether you’re responsible for strategy, team performance, or simply staying current, it’s worth paying attention to how these roles and relationships are taking shape. The idea of becoming an “agent boss” may seem futuristic, but in some workplaces, it’s already becoming part of the day-to-day. Understanding what that means—without the hype—can help anyone think more clearly about what kind of work environment we’re heading toward.
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OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:
AI Could Cut 120+ Hours of Admin Work a Year, Google Reports
/Paul Sandle, Senior Correspondent, on Reuters
A new Google-backed pilot in the UK found that workers can save an average of 122 hours per year by using AI for administrative tasks — and simple interventions like training and permission to use AI doubled adoption rates. Despite AI being labeled transformative, two-thirds of workers, particularly older women, had never used generative AI at work. Google’s Europe President Debbie Weinstein says once workers received minimal training, their usage jumped significantly, narrowing the adoption gap. The study suggests that enabling and empowering workers to use AI can lead to both individual productivity and broader economic gains — potentially worth £400 billion to the UK.
Read more here.
A Microsoft Ad Was Made with AI, and Viewers Had No Clue
/Dominic Preston, News Editor, on The Verge
Microsoft recently revealed that a Surface ad released in January was partly created using generative AI—and nearly no one noticed. The team used AI tools for scripting, storyboarding, and even image generation, blending them with real footage. Despite the occasional AI “hallucination,” the final product required heavy editing and polishing, but still saved an estimated 90% of the typical production cost and time. The project underscores Microsoft’s stance that AI is a creative co-pilot, enhancing human work rather than replacing it.
Read more here.
SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:
Echo Memo – Save social links and let AI understand the content for easy retrieval.
Dropbox Dash – AI universal search that finds anything across tools and drafts content fast.
SpreadSimple – Instantly turn Google Sheets into websites, no coding needed.
That’s a wrap on today’s Almost Daily craziness.
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