The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping the modern workforce, leaving many professionals wondering what this means for their careers. As AI becomes increasingly prevalent in every industry, job security, career trajectories, and skill demands are all being redefined.
According to Pawel Gmyrek, a senior researcher at the International Labour Organization, AI is no longer just a buzzword, but a tangible force that's affecting the way we work. "The impact of AI on jobs will be significant, with some tasks becoming obsolete, while others will require new skills and competencies," he warns.
Solene Delecourt, an assistant professor at the University of California, Berkeley, adds that women and older workers are particularly vulnerable to the changing job landscape. "Women, in particular, have been disproportionately affected by automation, as they often work in sectors where AI is being most rapidly adopted," she notes.
However, it's not all doom and gloom. Delecourt also points out that while some jobs may be lost, new ones will emerge that we can't even imagine yet. "The reality is that we need to upskill and reskill to stay relevant in the job market, rather than getting left behind," she advises.
Gmyrek agrees, emphasizing that workers must adapt to a rapidly changing world where AI is augmenting human capabilities, not replacing them entirely. To do so, they'll need to develop skills that are complementary to AI, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
Ultimately, the impact of AI on jobs will vary depending on factors like industry, location, and individual circumstances. But one thing is clear: we need to be proactive in preparing ourselves for a future where technology is increasingly intertwined with our work lives.
According to Pawel Gmyrek, a senior researcher at the International Labour Organization, AI is no longer just a buzzword, but a tangible force that's affecting the way we work. "The impact of AI on jobs will be significant, with some tasks becoming obsolete, while others will require new skills and competencies," he warns.
Solene Delecourt, an assistant professor at the University of California, Berkeley, adds that women and older workers are particularly vulnerable to the changing job landscape. "Women, in particular, have been disproportionately affected by automation, as they often work in sectors where AI is being most rapidly adopted," she notes.
However, it's not all doom and gloom. Delecourt also points out that while some jobs may be lost, new ones will emerge that we can't even imagine yet. "The reality is that we need to upskill and reskill to stay relevant in the job market, rather than getting left behind," she advises.
Gmyrek agrees, emphasizing that workers must adapt to a rapidly changing world where AI is augmenting human capabilities, not replacing them entirely. To do so, they'll need to develop skills that are complementary to AI, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
Ultimately, the impact of AI on jobs will vary depending on factors like industry, location, and individual circumstances. But one thing is clear: we need to be proactive in preparing ourselves for a future where technology is increasingly intertwined with our work lives.
- it's gonna make some jobs obsolete, but also create new ones that we can't even imagine yet. I think the key is to upskill and reskill 
so we don't get left behind. It's not just about learning new tech skills, though - it's also about developing human stuff like critical thinking and creativity 
. It's all about being proactive and preparing ourselves for this brave new world! 
. I mean, have you seen some of these job descriptions? They're like, "Must have experience with AI tools and machine learning algorithms" 
, and I'm over here like... how am I supposed to know that stuff out of the blue? 
. And let's be real, it's not like I'm gonna be able to upskill quickly enough to keep up with the pace of technological advancements... or will I? 
. Solene makes a valid point about us having to reskill and upskill lol I was thinking the same thing, all these new tech skills seem kinda daunting but maybe its an opportunity for us to learn something new? 
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. And what about the people who are already good at these things? What happens to them when AI takes over? I feel like we're being forced to upskill and reskill, but have you seen the prices of those courses online? 
Like, hello, my salary is still pretty low, no need for an extra $50 class on "AI fundamentals". 
. I mean, think about it - the way we get jobs, how we do them, even what skills are needed... it's all being rewritten 
. And yeah, some people might get left behind, like women and older workers, which is just sad 
. But at the same time, there's this whole new world of opportunities emerging that we can't even imagine yet 
. We gotta upskill and reskill, for real 
. I'm all for being proactive and preparing ourselves for the future 
, but at the same time, I don't wanna be a robot 
. I mean, think about it - jobs are disappearing left and right, and what's being created? More 'digital' jobs that require even more tech skills, so you'll be out of a job and out of your mind trying to learn the next big thing 
I can imagine how scary this must be for so many people, feeling like their whole careers are being turned upside down 
. It's amazing that these experts are trying to offer some advice and perspective on what we can do to stay ahead of the game 
anyway, gotta focus on developing those soft skills like critical thinking & creativity. guess the future of work will be all about being adaptable 