A Microsoft exec says AI is killing the career ladder. But its replacement comes with a catch

But if career advancement becomes less predictable, what does that mean for women and other historically marginalized groups, who research suggests benefit from clear criteria for raises and promotions? I put that question to Raman at Aspen Digital’sWIN Summitin late October.

Raman acknowledged that losing the familiar career playbook could initially be intimidating, but argued that it could ultimately give workers more freedom to advance in ways that suit their individual strengths and ambitions. “Over time, you start to climb in ways that are unique to you,” he said.

Part of the answer, Raman…