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“AI leads to layoffs.” Be careful with who is saying that. One of the major concerns about AI across industries is that it will cause layoffs. That people will lose their jobs because AI will be able to do their work for cheaper. This may have been the case with some layoffs. And it will likely be the case with some future layoffs. But we do need to be skeptical when we hear this. Large layoffs have always come in waves as big companies respond to market forces and to their own pursuit of profit. And this has always brought them some negative attention. So imagine the relief now that these big companies can scapegoat their layoffs on AI, instead of admitting that the layoffs were to increase their bottom line for the benefit of shareholders? And, doesn’t it look good to those exact same shareholders to hear that the company is so “cutting edge” that their tech can already replace workers? My point is that there are two big reasons why a large corporation would blame layoffs on AI. Even if AI had little or nothing to do with it. It takes the blame off of them AND it looks good to their shareholders. I am not saying that there haven’t been layoffs due to AI. Or that there won’t be. I am just saying that the narrative and the truth are rarely the same thing. And that the narrative can be manipulated to benefit big players. What do you think?

A thought-provoking analysis of recent layoffs in the tech sector despite soaring stock prices. The shift from pandemic-era expansion to efficiency-driven restructuring reflects a broader trend towards preparing for the AI era. Layoffs are seen as a strategic move to break old habits and realign workforce roles with the potential of AI-driven productivity gains. People need to change because the work needs to change. #TechLayoffs #AI #Efficiency #AIRevolution 

Is Galloway right? Has AI been one of the key enablers of the mass layoffs in the tech sector? I think it makes sense since these companies are closest to it right now. If correct, we will see layoffs spread to other sectors as they adopt AI in the coming months or years. What do you think? Is AI on a path to replace many of our jobs? Have you been impacted by it? #ai #layoffs

2024 Layoffs: Is AI Shifting From Humans? This is OCBang's latest blog, delving into the tech upheaval with insights on job cuts, AI automation, and industry shifts. Explore the historical shift, the resurgence in layoffs, and the business realities shaping the industry. Uncover strategies for success in the ever-changing tech ecosystem. Read more : https://lnkd.in/gzD92FxF #TechTrends #AIInnovation #JobMarketShift #BusinessStrategy #AutomationRevolution #TechIndustryInsights #CareerResilience #AdaptationStrategies #IndustryTransformation #AI #Layoffs2024 #techlayoffs #techindustry #aiindustry

Googlers critique David's claims AI is responsible for job losses and layoffs. They discuss the data on job openings and hiring trends, the impact of interest rates and venture capital on the economy, and the conflicting levers of government policies. They also examine the factors contributing to layoffs, the inefficiency of layoffs and performance reviews, and the psychological impact on employees. The conversation explores the limitations of current AI technology and the future role of AI in CEO decision-making. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:31 Critiquing David Shapiro's Video 01:04 Discussion on Job Openings and Hiring Trends 02:30 The Role of the Federal Reserve and Economic Policies 05:03 Examining Layoff Data and Trends 09:24 Influence of Hiring Practices and Acqui-hires 11:13 Nexus of Causality and Simplified Realities 12:35 Future of AI and CEO Roles 14:31 Misconceptions and Conspiracies Surrounding AI 20:30 Openness of AI Companies and Research 24:27 Limitations of AI in Running a Company 27:30 Challenges of AI Models and Architectures 30:57 Influence of AI on Job Losses and Outplacement 35:06 Misconceptions and Exaggerations of AI Impact #aI #openai #layoffs #economy #technologyhttps://buff.ly/4c5bgo3

Mark my words, we are going to see job losses in many industries due to AI. Hearing rumblings of the potential lay offs already, in big multinationals. The change will happen in data insights, sales enablement, legal, finance, marketing, compliance, sales and many repetitive task roles. My prediction the layoffs will start this year. The companies will be profitable but see the maturing AI/Generative AI technology as a way to increase profits further.

Brian Our generation will suffer the consequences of this lack of imagination. Your kids will adapt. In a war for talent, where's the imagination? Why are leaders asking 'who can we cut?' instead of "How can Generative AI boost productivity in a shrinking talent pool?" The talent creates the content on which AI trains. No talent no content and AI gets dementia , se AI or Model Collapse. The short-sighted focus on AI as a job-killer astounds me, especially in finance and consulting. Jaron Lanier's 2023 New Yorker article, "There Is No AI" (https://lnkd.in/dWwimUYW), urges folks to stop mythologizing AI. 🗝 quotes: 👉 "The easiest way to mismanage a technology is to misunderstand it." 👉 “The most pragmatic position is to think of A.I. as a tool, not a creature.” 👉 AI is "an innovative form of social collaboration." That AI is an innovative form of social collaboration is an idea that makes total sense and provides a new dimension with which we can rethink its impact.  Tech gurus and their followers perpetuate the myth of inevitable job loss. But it's simply wrong and creates a dangerous sense of defeat. Recent research (https://lnkd.in/dZG7krz9) suggests AI can accelerate learning in call-centers, improving the work of mid-level employees without impacting skilled ones. AI disseminates best practices and it doesn`t kill jobs. My experience confirms this: AI increases productivity, it doesn't replace humans. With employee engagement already tanking (https://lnkd.in/dd5GZKtX), leaders would be wise to reframe the AI discussion: it truly is a tool for positive growth. For me, AI is a personal assistant, copy editor, researcher, even a Spanish bureaucracy navigator. Roles too costly for me to outsource are now possible, enhancing my work and my quality of life: navigating the cultural and linguistic pitfalls of Spanish bureaucracy no longer disrupt my sleep. 😴 #Leadership #ArtificialIntelligence #EmployeeEngagement #FutureofWork #Innovation

With AI reshaping industries, these layoffs reflect shifting priorities. How will this impact the tech talent pool and innovation? Is the future of employment bright only to experts and the super skilled? Let’s discuss the future of tech and employment. 💼 #TechLayoffs #AI #FutureOfWork #Restructuring #TechTrends

Navigating the Waves of Change: The Impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the Tech Industry In recent months, the tech industry has faced an unprecedented shift, reshaped by the rapid advancement and adoption of AI. A notable consequence of this evolution is its impact on the global technology workforce, with over 50,000 tech professionals transitioned out of their roles in the three months since Christmas. The website layoffs.FYI has been tracking these changes. Indeed, the data captured offers a small glimpse into the scale of the transformation across the sector. Undoubtedly, this surge in layoffs is a stark indicator of the double-edged sword that is technological progress; while AI brings about efficiency and opens new frontiers, and as such, it also necessitates a reevaluation of the skill sets and job roles required within all industries. This moment of transition is an opportunity for humanity to reassess how we form bonds and communities to better prepare for and adapt to the sweeping changes AI's dawn brings. Let's engage in open discussions, share resources, and work together towards a future that harnesses the potential of AI while ensuring the well-being and advancement of our community and societal bonds. #TechIndustry #AILayoffs #WorkforceTransformation #ContinuousLearning #FutureOfWork #TechLayoffs #FutureOfWork #AIImpact #digitaltransformation #technews #innovation #workforcedevelopment #reskilling #techcommunity #aiandethics #robotics #techtrends2024 #automation #artificialintelligenceforbusiness #machinelearning https://layoffs.fyi/

AI and layoffs. Is AI just a cover for a deep recession that has obviously begun. Blaming AI for thousands of layoffs seems more like a cover for bad economic news. Can’t someone, anyone be honest. Please! We need truth to make cogent arguments and decisions. Without truth we’ve already lost. Trust does not exist without truth and leadership cannot lead without trust. So let’s start being truthful or the truth will eat us for lunch.