Humanising AI: make ai work for your people
Seven principles for humanising AI: boost engagement, adoption, and business outcomes What's Your Role?Let's chatwhy humanising ai matters now
The world is full of new technology. We are moving forward at breakneck speed applying new methods to how business is done. As businesses race to roll out AI tools it is vital that you don’t lose your people at the same time. This is why humanising AI matters.
MIT have recently reported that some $30-40 billion is being ploughed into Artificial Intelligence to try to create sustainable advantage. 95% of these investments are failing to achieve the results intended. MIT have even coined a phrase to describe the effects of the wrong use of AI – ‘Cognitive Debt’.
what’s your role?
I'm a speaker booker
Why this Masterclass is a Hit
Audiences everywhere are asking: How do we thrive as humans in an AI-powered world? Nicholas Brice delivers exactly that. With decades of international keynote and masterclass experience, and author of The Mindful Communicator (2022) and Brand Alchemy (2007), he blends neuroscience, business psychology, and theatre-level storytelling into a session that captivates and equips.
Why book nicholas now?
- Tackles today’s hottest boardroom issue: AI adoption success
- Interactive and memorable (not another dry lecture)
- Practical takeaways leaders can use immediately
- CPD-accredited content
- Flexible formats (30-min keynote, 60-min masterclass, 3–6-month coaching)
The Message That Lands
While $30–40 billion is being invested into AI, 95% of projects fail to deliver results. This masterclass shows how to avoid being part of that statistic by addressing the human side of AI adoption.
signature themes
- Sharpening focus in an age of distraction
- Leading from values, not ego
- Creating the right conditions for high engagement
- Developing ‘intentional intelligence’
- Structuring thinking and communication
- Cultivating trust in every interaction
- Creating value for people, not just systems
booking promise
Your clients will leave energised, equipped, and inspired — ready to apply human-centred practices to one of the biggest challenges of our time.
I’m an HR or Training Leader
Why this matters for your people:
- Gallup reports 60–70% of employees are disengaged.
- Gen Z are the loneliest generation in history, with lower loyalty to employers.
- ‘Job hanging’ and ‘job hopping’ are costing organisations millions in retention and productivity.
- Poorly managed AI adoption only worsens the problem.
the solution
This masterclass helps leaders and teams adopt AI successfully while building stronger human connection and culture.
what you'll get
- Practical tools to sharpen focus, reduce distraction, and improve presence
- Ways to connect AI change with people’s inner values and moral compass
- Small rituals to reduce stress and improve engagement
- Intentional communication that drives clarity and ownership
- Micro-habits for trust, reciprocity, and loyalty
delivery options
- Interactive Keynote (20–30 mins): Inspire curiosity and engagement
- Masterclass (60–90 mins): Practical dive into all seven principles
- Coaching Programme (3–6 months): Embed sustainable habits across teams
impact
When fully embedded, the principles support measurable improvements in retention, engagement, and wellbeing — the culture foundations that make AI adoption not just efficient, but sustainable.
I’m a Tech or Ops Leader
The Problem You Face:
- 95% of AI investments fail to deliver on expectations (MIT).
- SQ Magazine forecasts 85 million roles will be displaced, with 97 million new roles created.
- Mismanaged adoption risks disengagement, resistance, and wasted spend.
why this masterclass helps
AI adoption is not just a technical shift. It’s a human performance challenge. Without equipping people to adapt, collaborate, and innovate, even the smartest technology underperforms.
the seven human principles
- Sharpen focus and manage distractions
- Live and work from a clear moral compass
- Create conditions for engagement and wellness
- Develop intentional intelligence
- Structure thinking and communication
- Cultivate trust through mindful interactions
- Create value for people
the benefits
- Faster, smoother adoption of AI initiatives
- Cost savings from reduced resistance and rework
- Stronger cross-functional collaboration
- Higher ROI from technology spend
- Confidence that transformation is people-powered, not just system-led
formats
Choose from keynote, masterclass, or full coaching programme depending on your organisational needs.
bottom line
This is the missing link between expensive AI tech and the human capability to make it work.
are you ai ready?
Artificial Intelligence is having a big impact on people and their jobs. The Institute of Public Policy reports that 8 million jobs in the UK are going to be affected by AI. Globally SQ Magazine reports that 85 million roles are likely to be replaced, but 97 million new roles to be created.
People are spending on average nearly 3 hours per day immersed in their phones. That’s over 44 days a year. There is evidence that using Chat GPT the wrong way may be eroding critical thinking skills – making us dumber.
Generation Z are reported as being the loneliest generation in history, with UK CIPD data showing lower loyalty to their employers that the norm.
Many businesses are reporting people ‘job hanging’ and ‘job hopping’ – staying in jobs they’re disengaged from because of uncertainty, or potential loss of benefits or moving on for better pay, purpose and personal development.
Gallup continue to report that 60-70% of employees are disengaged in their work. But the good news is that there are things you can do about this.
the Seven Principles of the mindful communicator
This CPD-accredited programme highlights seven key principles that can make the difference between success and failure when it comes to AI Adoption.
What are the essential life practices we need to embrace to ensure we achieve effective and healthy AI adoption across the organisation?
- Sharpening focus and managing distractions
- Living and working from your inner moral compass
- Creating the conditions to maximise your engagement and wellness
- Developing ‘intentional intelligence’
- Structuring your thinking and communications
- Cultivating richer interactions to build trust and reciprocity
This material is available in three formats
30-Minute Interactive Keynote
Explain: the seven principles in a short, sharp session.
60–90 Minute Masterclass
Explore: the seven principles in depth with interactive exercises.
Cohort Coaching Programme (2–4 months)
Embed: the seven principles into daily practice and team culture.
What do recent participants say?
Rather than targeting one narrow skill area, this programme balances personal and professional development. Participants report increased:
- Presence in conversations
- Clarity of thought and speech
- Intentionality in actions and decisions
“I’m more aware of how I show up… and how I can create a better experience for others.”
Seven Principles Coaching Participant
My BioGraphy
Driving Business with Soul & Humanising AI
Keynote Speaker • Facilitator • Theatre Maker • Author • Speaker Coach
Nicholas is an international keynote speaker, award-winning consultant, and theatre producer/director who has spent over 30 years helping leaders and organisations align culture, brand, and performance. He is author of The Mindful Communicator and co-author of Brand Alchemy: Developing Successful Brands from the Inside Out.
His work sits at the intersection of business performance, neuroscience, and theatre. Whether on stage, in the boardroom, or coaching leaders to own their presence, Nicholas blends science, psychology, and storytelling to deliver experiences that inspire action and measurable results.