Mad Men and the AI Future: Why Boredom Might Spark Real Creativity
TL;DR
AI can speed up work but often increases hours and cognitive load, while researchers warn it can dull creativity and reduce the value of deep thinking. The piece argues that preserving moments of boring, manual work and the “blank page” is essential for breakthrough ideas, suggesting a healthier workplace culture that balances AI assistance with time for deliberate ideation to sustain creativity.
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