
A book for the Age of AI
Human Robot Agent
New Fundamentals for AI-Driven Leadership and Algorithmic Management
Be the Disruptor, Not the Disrupted.
In the Age of AI, the rules of management and leadership are being rewritten. Human Robot Agent is the no-nonsense roadmap for leaders navigating this transformation, showing how to thrive when humans and machines aren’t competitors—they're teammates.
Forget the jargon, buzzwords, and frameworks. Jurgen Appelo cuts through the noise with real-world stories and sharp insights on agility, innovation, and AI-driven leadership. Successful human-machine collaboration isn’t just about adopting AI—it’s about reimagining how we work, lead, and create better experiences.
Inside, you'll discover:
- Why today's managers are failing in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
- How to innovate when your team includes humans, robots, and digital agents
- Which patterns help leaders tackle wicked problems in complex environments
- Why AI leadership must align customer experience with ethics and responsible AI
- The Five Steps to Lean, four Agile Quadrants, and the Wicked Framework
Whether you’re a founder steering your scaleup through digital chaos, a manager leading blended teams, or an ambitious professional exploring AI-enhanced roles, this book gives you the insights and tools to succeed in tomorrow's workplaces.
Don’t just react to the future—shape it. Human Robot Agent shows you how to harness human ingenuity and artificial intelligence to make an impact.
Perfect for:
- Team leaders adapting to algorithmic management
- Middle managers integrating digital team members
- CTOs, CIOs, and tech leaders racing ahead of irrelevance
- Change-makers seizing new Industry 4.0 opportunities
- Anyone fascinated by the future of work and management
Read this book to be the disruptor, not the disrupted.
Publisher: Jojo Ventures
Publication date: 7 March 2025
Print length: 432 pages
Hardcover ISBN: 978-90-834236-5-4
Paperback ISBN: 978-90-834236-3-0
Ebook ISBN: 978-90-834236-2-3
Kindle ASIN: B0DYYW6212

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