Jobs and Human Skills Landscape for 2024
Keep humans in the loop for these reasons. Google Chrome AI Browser coming.
25 fastest growing roles in 2024 based on LinkedIn data. 68% of these jobs didn’t exist 20 years ago. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/linkedin-jobs-rise-2024-25-fastest-growing-roles-us-linkedin-news-dxmie/
New roles, new job demands, and new skills. What skills are irreplaceable even as AI and technology transform the business landscape?
In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the business landscape, certain human skills remain irreplaceable. As AI continues to evolve, we must harness these skills now and into the future.
1. Technical Literacy: While AI handles complex tasks, understanding its basics is crucial for strategic implementation and effective communication with technical teams.
2. Strategic Thinking: AI requires a visionary approach. Leaders must see the bigger picture, identifying where AI can add value and aligning it with business goals.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: AI presents unique challenges. Human ingenuity in creative problem-solving is essential for innovative solutions.
4. Communication Skills: Articulating AI concepts in simple terms is key for stakeholder engagement, ensuring everyone grasps the potential and limitations of AI technologies.
5. Continuous Learning: The AI field is dynamic. Staying updated with trends and technologies is vital for leveraging AI effectively.
6. Ethical Understanding: Humans must navigate the ethical landscape of AI, from data privacy to algorithmic bias, ensuring responsible use of technology.
7. Collaboration and Teamwork: AI integration often demands cross-functional teamwork. Collaborating effectively with diverse teams is essential for successful AI implementation.
8. Adaptability and Flexibility: The rapid evolution of AI demands adaptability. Leaders must be open to change and agile in response to new developments.
9. Project Management: Overseeing AI projects from conception to execution demands strong organizational and leadership skills.
10. Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing emotions, and empathizing with others, are key for leading teams and making ethical decisions in AI projects.
11. Change Management: AI adoption requires significant organizational change. Planning, communicating, and managing this change is a uniquely human skill.
12. Critical Thinking: Critically evaluating AI opportunities and risks is crucial for strategic and ethical implementation.
13. Willingness to Try New Things: Innovation in AI demands openness to experimentation and risk-taking, a distinctly human trait.
As AI continues to transform the business world, these human skills become more valuable. They are the key to harnessing AI's potential while ensuring ethical, responsible, and effective use of technology. For leaders, focusing on these skills will not only aid in AI adoption but also ensure sustained business success in an AI-driven future.
What would you add to the list? Have you adjusted your interview questions to include AI skills?
Recent AI News
Google announced yesterday that they will be rolling out AI Browser features.
In next month's Chrome release, they’ll launch another experimental AI-powered feature to help you write with more confidence on the web — whether you want to leave a well-written review for a restaurant, craft a friendly RSVP for a party or make a formal inquiry about an apartment rental. To get started, right-click a text box or field on any site you visit in Chrome and select “Help me write.” Type in a few words and our AI will kickstart the writing process for you.
https://blog.google/products/chrome/google-chrome-generative-ai-features-january-2024/#help-me-write
Cincinnati AI Events for 2024 (over 20 events)
New events are added weekly. Here are the events that I am aware of: https://kendraramirez.com/cincinnati-ai-events-2024/
You all are incredible and sold out the Cincinnati Chamber event at lightning speed. I look forward to being with you. If you didn’t snag a ticket, join me and an incredible lineup of AI speakers on Feb 2 from 1-6 at Xavier University for an afternoon of AI. https://www.ellevatenetwork.com/events/16175-generative-ai-summit-transforming-businesses-for-the-future Use code “Future” for 30% off the ticket.
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Kendra Ramirez
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