Automation Anxiety - Analyzing the impact of AI on Job Seekers and Employees

An update on the discussion on the Hiring hour on June 15th.

The host was Prakash Francis and the guest was Mavuduru Prakash a Technology Thought Leader and an AI , Automation & Business Transformation expert. Other participant speakers included Rupa, M P , Antony Ravikumar , Sajithkumar ?? Swaminathan , Radhakrishnan MS , ?? Mirenda Canady

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In Hiring Hour on June 15th the the Topic was Automation anxiety ?- The participants discussed the impact of automation and AI on job seekers and employees. They acknowledged the rapid advancements in AI technology and its potential to redefine how we work and live. While there are concerns about job displacement, they also highlighted the potential for AI to free humans from mundane tasks and unlock creativity. The key question is whether individuals and societies are ready to adapt.

The host shared about the confidence levels among people about

managing the impact of automation and AI, mentioning a poll where 80% of

respondents believed it would not significantly impact them. However, concerns

arise about maintaining confidence when witnessing job losses due to

automation.

Sajith shared his positive experience with HR professionals

embracing AI tools for recruitment and HR processes. Rupa raised concerns about

humans becoming overly dependent on AI and the potential threat to the human

mind if everything is handed over to AI.

The Guest MS Prakash a Tech expert and thought leader in the field

of Business Transformation / Automation and AI touched on the need for

regulation and prevention of misuse by bad actors. He acknowledged the power of

AI as a tool, along with its potential for both good and harm. He emphasize the

need for regulators to establish safeguards and prevent misuse.

PS Prakash also shared a grid that brings out job sectors

vulnerable to automation, with repetitive tasks being more susceptible. He lead

the discussion about the ?potential for

new job opportunities in fields addressing new challenges faced by humanity.

The importance of responsible use of AI tools is emphasized,

along with the need for individuals to stay informed and avoid unintentionally

becoming bad actors. The role of engineers in approaching problem-solving and

considering the broader implications of AI on economic and social systems is highlighted.

The conversation also explored the unique aspects of AI and its

potential impact on society. Concerns were raised about AI's ability to

manipulate thinking and create polarization. The importance of critical

thinking, human connections, compassion, creativity, and curiosity is stressed

to stay ahead of AI. The significance of personal stories and experiences in

fostering understanding and compassion is discussed.

The discussion concluded with a call to focus on broader issues

and to use AI as a tool to find solutions for significant challenges like

global warming. The participants expressed their intention to continue

exploring the topic further in follow-up conversations.

Join in the conversation the coming week - June 21st Wednesday 7:00 PM IST where we discuss skyrocketing CEO SALARIES.

And we are also planning followup conversations on the topic of AI. So stay tuned.