Which Jobs Will Survive AI?

Summary

The video analyzes jobs that may be impacted by AI over the next 5 years using occupational data and research reports. It systematically eliminates roles projected to significantly decline, like administrative and clerical jobs. The video then advises those in endangered jobs to pivot to growing AI/tech roles or enhance their current role by incorporating AI. It emphasizes self-study skills to keep up with new technologies. Ultimately it aims to spark action, not fear, providing resources to equip viewers to embrace AI’s opportunities.

Takeaways

• 😱 Many jobs like bank tellers, postal workers, accounting and payroll clerks are predicted to be displaced by AI in the next 5 years
• 😎 Jobs like AI specialists, data scientists, robotics engineers are projected to see huge growth due to AI adoption
• 🤔 Judges have high AI exposure but low displacement risk due to societal factors while clerical workers face high displacement risk
• 💡 Consider ways to enhance your role with AI rather than be displaced - e.g. security guards using robots and AI systems
• 📚 Focus on continually self-studying to keep up with new tech so you can easily pivot careers if needed
• 😃 Roles in education, healthcare, construction, environment/sustainability will see increased demand
• ⚠️ 80% of current roles are expected to see declining demand in the next 3-4 years due to automation
• 🤝 Reach out to people already in your dream role to understand what's needed to get there
• 👩‍💻 Take affordable courses like CourseCareers to switch to a tech role leveraging your transferable skills
• 😊 Rather than fear AI, view it as enhancing human creativity and productivity in fields like art and entertainment

Q & A

What is the purpose of the video?

The purpose is to analyze jobs and determine which ones are predicted to not survive the next 5 years due to AI and automation.

What is the ostrich effect referenced in the video?

The ostrich effect refers to ostriches allegedly burying their heads in the sand to avoid facing danger. It is used here to describe people who believe AI will not impact their careers and lives.

What are some key assumptions made in the analysis?

Key assumptions are that the government will not heavily intervene, the timeline is limited to 5 years, and it is not an exact science so some subjectivity is involved.

What methodology was used to determine impacted jobs?

The presenter used data from ONET database, analysis from reputable reports on future of work, and an AI exposure/complimentarity framework.

Which jobs are likely to see the greatest decline?

Jobs with high exposure to AI automation and low complimentarity are most at risk like clerks, telemarketers, cashiers. Over 80% of declining jobs are roles like these.

Which job families will see growth?

AI and tech jobs, sustainability jobs, healthcare jobs, education jobs, hardware and robotics jobs.

What can you do if your job is at risk of automation?

Consider pivoting to an emerging field using resources like Course Careers. Or embrace AI tools to enhance productivity and opportunities in current field.

How can Course Careers help reskill displaced workers?

They offer affordable programs aligned to entry-level tech jobs, provide coaching, and help students get interviews without traditional qualifications.

How can workers take advantage of AI in their current roles?

By proactively learning and integrating new AI tools they can boost productivity, creativity and stand out when applying for opportunities.

What transferable skill is recommended for all workers?

The ability to self-study and keep up with new technologies so you can continually adapt and pivot as needed.