Let’s clear up some nonsense about AI and jobs. I keep seeing these made-up statistics thrown around about AI creating X million jobs while destroying Y million others. The reality is simpler: AI will reward those who learn to use it and leave behind those who don’t.
Here’s what actually matters: Companies that win in this transition won’t just do the same work with fewer people or even more work with the same team. The winners will do exponentially more with just marginally more resources by leveraging AI effectively.
Look at what’s happening right now. According to recent data, AI job vacancies increased 32% year-over-year, with median salaries hitting $160,056. That’s not theoretical – it’s happening now. The companies posting these jobs aren’t replacing their workforce; they’re expanding their capabilities.
But here’s the truth that many miss: The real divide won’t be between humans and AI. It will be between people who know how to use AI and those who don’t. Every role, from marketing to manufacturing, will be enhanced by AI tools. The question isn’t whether AI will affect your job – it’s whether you’ll be the one using AI to multiply your output or watching others do it instead.
I’ve seen this firsthand in my consulting work. The businesses thriving aren’t the ones replacing workers with AI. They’re the ones teaching their teams to use AI as a force multiplier, doing things that weren’t possible before.
The path forward is clear: Learn AI tools, understand their capabilities, and apply them to your work. Don’t worry about made-up job numbers or theoretical future scenarios. Focus on becoming someone who can harness AI to deliver more value.
For more insights on practical AI applications, check out my post on Strong AI and its real-world impact: https://adam.holter.com/strong-ai-is-already-here-look-at-the-evidence/
The future belongs to those who adapt. The tools are available now. The only question is whether you’ll use them.
