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The AI Overwhelm: Inputs, Expectations, and the Burnout Spiral
Season 1
Episode 34
Published 1 year, 3 months ago
Description
AI has transformed how we work—but not always for the better.
In this episode of the Process Debt Podcast, Chris and Toby unpack the paradox of AI-driven productivity. Yes, we can create more than ever before. But with that power comes rising expectations, ambiguous goals, and a growing sense of burnout.
Together, they explore:
- Why AI increases input volume but doesn’t guarantee better outputs
- The hidden pressure of “performing with AI” in the workplace
- How teams are skipping alignment and verification in favor of speed
- The false promise of AI as a magic problem-solver
- And how slow productivity might be the counterbalance we need
If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in tasks, prompts, and unspoken expectations—this one's for you.
📌 Featuring thoughts on Cal Newport’s Slow Productivity 📌 Real talk on what AI can’t fix in your systems 📌 A reminder that not every workflow needs a Ferrari