AI Won’t Take Your Job—But It Will Change It Forever

AI Won’t Take Your Job—But It Will Change It Forever
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If you think your job is safe from AI because “it’s too human,” think again — AI is coming, and it’s not asking for permission.

Organizational change has always been hard, but AI is pushing companies further than ever. Unlike earlier technological shifts, AI is lowering the cost of expertise, meaning machines aren’t just helping us work — they're taking over tasks that once required human judgment.

Many employees are resistant, just like clerks who clung to rubber stamps during early computer transitions. Yet, the problem isn’t the technology; it’s the people. Without effective change management, even the best AI solutions will fail. Companies must align AI integration with human adaptation, offering clear incentives for employees to embrace the change.

The stakes are high: fail to get buy-in, and companies risk obsolescence. As AI challenges traditional roles, how can leaders reshape workplace culture to make AI a tool for human advancement rather than a threat?

Read the full article on TechCrunch.

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Dr. Mark van Rijmenam, widely known as The Digital Speaker, isn’t just a #1-ranked global futurist; he’s an Architect of Tomorrow who fuses visionary ideas with real-world ROI. As a global keynote speaker, Global Speaking Fellow, recognized Global Guru Futurist, and 5-time author, he ignites Fortune 500 leaders and governments worldwide to harness emerging tech for tangible growth.

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