For a while, AI was the workplace equivalent of a life hack. Helpful, sure. Kind of impressive. But mostly used to write emails faster or summarize meetings no one wanted to attend. Fast-forward to 2026, and AI has officially joined the team. Today’s AI isn’t just saving time—it’s helping managers lead. It drafts, analyzes, coaches, and even helps leaders think through tough decisions. Not as a replacement, but as backup. Here are five ways AI is changing what people leadersh