Will AI take jobs and what new roles will emerge?

There is lots of talk about AI taking jobs.

This might happen.

It might happen quickly or slowly.

New categories of jobs will appear, roles will change task mix and some tasks will completely disappear.

The net position will likely not alter too much.

This is what history tells us.

When Google first bounced on to the scene, there were no SEO agencies. And now there are. With AI they become GEO agencies or they perish. And so the cycle continues.

The best defence?

• Network widely and often. Stay in touch with your contacts. Build new relationships in new areas.

• Learn new skills. Lean into AI. And then lean into the next thing.

• It’s never been easier to start a business or learn a new skill. AI is a huge opportunity for you. Be brave and create the career you actually want.

The speed of change is increasing, which will impact job security with increasingly regularity.

Do not be complacent.