Artificial intelligence (AI) and digitalization are changing the world of work. Many are wondering: Will AI replace us? This concern is justified – because AI is considered a “disruptive technology” comparable to the introduction of the internet. It changes business models, automates processes and intervenes in existing job profiles.
According to the current “Future of Jobs Report 2025” of the World Economic Forum (WEF), around 92 million jobs will be lost – at the same time about 170 million new ones will be created. This corresponds to global net growth of around 7%.
Which jobs are affected – and which are newly created?
According to the WEF, around 22% of today’s professions will change fundamentally by 2030. Administrative tasks, e.g. assistant activities or cashiers, are particularly at risk. Automation mainly affects repetitive tasks. At the same time, new jobs and new professions such as “prompt engineers”, AI developers or AI trainers are being created.
What skills will we need in the future?
According to the WEF, around 39% of today’s capabilities will be obsolete by 2030. Technological skills are particularly in demand, followed by “soft skills” such as creativity, flexibility and willingness to learn. Digital skills and the safe use of AI are becoming basic education. At the same time, social skills such as leadership, empathy, and cooperation remain central.
How can we deal with this?
What is needed for employees and companies is: change, rethinking and further training. It is crucial to have an open attitude, the willingness to engage in lifelong learning and to gain one’s own experience with AI and digital tools. Companies should invest specifically in further training measures with a focus on AI and technological skills and promote a culture of learning and error. ARGO has many years of expertise in leadership development. One focus is emotional intelligence, which includes future-relevant skills such as adaptability and leadership. We support managers in developing this core competency. We will be happy to provide you with detailed information: j.rodriguez@argo.at
In Summary
AI will not replace all jobs in the next five years – but it will change a large part. People who are willing to learn, experiment, and use AI wisely will benefit. Economics professor Richard Baldwin puts it in a nutshell: “It is not AI that will replace jobs, but people who know how to use it.” Now is the right time to actively deal with the future of professions – with courage, openness and curiosity, which is what makes us human.