In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Amy Coleman, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Microsoft, to explore what it means to lead with humanity in the age of AI. After 25 years at Microsoft, Amy shares how HR’s role is transforming, from managing processes to designing experiences that balance innovation and empathy.

She discusses how Microsoft is navigating AI’s impact on work, emphasizing trust, transparency, and inclusion as essential foundations. Amy explains why leaders must reframe AI as a tool for creativity and connection, not control - and how building psychological safety unlocks innovation across generations and geographies.

From vulnerability and gratitude to rethinking leadership in uncertainty, Amy’s perspective is a masterclass in staying human in a tech-driven world.

🎓 In this episode, Amy discusses:

Why gratitude and curiosity fuel innovation
How to balance high performance with empathy
Creating psychological safety across global teams
How AI is reshaping HR and leadership at Microsoft
Why vulnerability builds deeper trust and motivation

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How Microsoft Balances AI and Humanity in HR

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