A framework to find your uniqueness in the age of AI

The age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is upon us, reshaping the future of work. But this doesn't diminish human potential. Instead, it presents a transformative opportunity – not just for your career, but for how you position yourself in the market.

Innovation thrives on fresh perspectives. While many focus on the technology itself, the most successful will seek a distinct point of view.

Here's an innovation framework to navigate this shift:

Data-Driven mindset to understand the "problem"

AI's impact is a double-edged sword: automation eliminates some roles, while creating new ones. The "Future of Jobs Report 2023" published by the World Economic Forum predicts a quarter of global jobs will significantly change in the next 5 years.

Repetitive tasks and data analysis are most susceptible, including telemarketing, manual tasks or machine operators in production lines, and data analysis, for example. But the impact extends beyond specific sectors.

As the "innovation crew” already knows, "nothing is created, everything is transformed." The key is identifying what are the references to create the new.

Lessons from history to use as a reference

History offers valuable insights. Consider the Industrial Revolution, which saw steam engines and mechanization radically alter the job market. Manual labor in workshops gave way to factory roles operating textile machines. Industries concentrated in urban areas fueled by coal and steam, leading to the growth of industrial cities. Rails revolutionized transportation, changing not only work, but also how people lived.

Just like the Industrial Revolution, the AI era extends far beyond jobs. To thrive, professionals need to adapt themselves to the new scenario identifying opportunities that require skills machines lack (and humans are good at).

New lenses to explore the same context

The World Economic Forum report highlights essential "core skills" for today's workforce. While many involve technology, the top five emphasize investing in uniquely human capabilities.

These skills remain invaluable in jobs requiring human interaction:

• CURIOSITY for learning and discovery
• CREATIVITY to generate original ideas
• RESILIENCE to persevere
• FLEXIBILITY to adapt to change
• MOTIVATION to take action

Expansion to unlock your uniqueness

While machines excel at efficiency, they can't replicate the human nature. Among the core skills mentioned above, self-motivation holds the key to unlocking what makes you unique.

Understanding your motivations is an individual journey, but crucial for navigating this transition. It allows you to:

• Self-assess and value your experience and accumulated knowledge.
• Hone on specific non-generic skills.
• Experiment new opportunities before closing doors.
• Tell your story to show your unique value proposition.
• Connect to explore new possibilities.

In a constantly evolving world, investing in yourself and leverage your unique human abilities is the best strategy considering that the future belongs to those who embrace change.

Sources:

• Future of Jobs Report 2023 - World Economic Forum