Rise Above AI Noise

Introducing the June 2023 edition of Let's Get Talking, Rise above AI Noise: Conquer Job Anxiety Like a Champ. Discover insightful quotes, engaging micro-blogs, actionable activities, and a must-listen podcast to empower you in this evolving professional landscape.

Let's conquer job anxiety together!

Right from helping us draft professional emails to self-driving cars, Artificial Intelligence?(AI) is growing exponentially, assisting us in many of our day-to-day activities. This trend is expected to continue into the foreseeable future. But the fear of automation and job displacement can be overwhelming for many employees.

One of the most effective ways to combat job anxiety in the face of AI is by embracing lifelong learning. Anxiety over job security is a natural response to the unknown, but what is important is to look at it with a positive perspective. Instead of fearing technology, view it as an opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge. By continuously acquiring new skills, you can adapt to changing job requirements and position yourself as a valuable asset. While AI excels at automating routine tasks, it struggles with complex human skills such as empathy, creativity, and critical thinking. Focus on developing strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving capabilities. These skills will be increasingly valuable as AI takes over repetitive tasks, and they can position you for roles that require human connection and strategic decision-making. Rather than viewing AI as a competitor, we need to understand that AI is not engineered to replace humans entirely but to complement human abilities and enhance productivity. At times if anxious thoughts become too overwhelming, you can start off by practicing some grounding techniques to manage such tough emotions.

It is therefore crucial for organizations to have programs in place that support employees’ mental health and well-being as employees navigate through such transformations introduced by technology, AI, and other advancements.

Remember, while AI may automate certain tasks, it cannot replicate the breadth of human abilities, making your role in the workforce indispensable.

P.S. Make AI a catalyst in your growth journey!

• Spend 10 minutes every day knowing the latest developments in your field/industry. Clicking the ‘News’ section in search engines can be an easy start.
• Invest time in researching AI tools that can help make your job easier. Start using them to increase your productivity. For example, you can ask for recommendations for articles and online courses from AI tools.
• Make a list of steps you can take to build meaningful connections or engage with the ones you already have. For example, try to connect with people from your industry on professional networking platforms.
• Identify 4-5 topics you are interested in. Try to research and study these topics by using AI tools.

Yes! A lot of changes and transitions are happening around us in the job market, and we can expect even more of this in the near future. But there is no need to get caught in a circle of negative thinking. Explore how to break free from this cycle with this podcast!

Tune in and embrace a brighter perspective.?

Fireside Chat: Transgender Persons Act and Gender-Neutral POSH Policy

Date: 7 June 2023 Time: IST 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

With workplaces focusing on onboarding diverse talent, it is up to all of us to make everyone feel safe and create a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Join us for a FREE virtual fireside chat as we learn about a gender-neutral POSH policy, understanding the transgender community, and the connection between these two.

See you there on 7 June 2023 at IST 11 AM to know more about it!