At the staff meeting, HR said, AI would only take “repetitive tasks.”
The intern leaned over and whispered, “So… my entire résumé?”

• AI headlines are often exaggerated—use a critical lens to assess claims.
• The “3-day workweek” idea is exciting but unrealistic for most SMBs right now.
• Google’s AI Agent Protocol (AP2) may allow AI to make payments—raising big risk flags, especially for banks.
• AI’s impact on culture is complex—it influences what we create and consume, often without us realizing.
• Productivity gains are happening, but they’re incremental: think hours saved, not days off.
• Small businesses can get ahead by adopting simple AI tools that automate admin and enhance focus.
• Be skeptical of terms like “transformative” and “revolutionary”—they often lack substance.
• Instead of chasing the next big thing, focus on measurable improvements in your workflow.

• What banks need to know about Google’s AI Agent Protocol (American Banker)
• A.I. Is Coming for Culture (The New Yorker)
• Zoom CEO Says AI Will Bring a Three-Day Workweek — Should We Believe It? (Yahoo Finance)