AI Crisis 1 – Jobs

AI isn’t wiping out jobs—it’s reshaping them at a speed the global labor market struggles to match. The reality is that employees who don’t adapt will get left behind.

The AI Shift in Offices

Right now, only 1 in 6 office workers are actively using AI in their daily work. That may seem like a small number, but it’s already a tipping point. If you’re not leveraging AI, you’re falling behind. The time to start is now.

Here’s where AI can immediately make an impact in office work:

•Summarizing content – Quickly digest reports, articles, or meeting notes.

•Meeting minutes & action items – Never miss a key takeaway again.

•Drafting emails & communications – Start with AI, refine with your expertise.

•Research & brainstorming – Generate ideas, uncover insights, and break through creative blocks.

A recent Axios article explores the increasing adoption of AI in workplaces. While it presents both pros and cons, one key takeaway is clear: top-down AI mandates often fail because leadership is overwhelmed with hype and misinformation. The most successful AI adoption is happening from the ground up—by employees who explore and implement practical use cases themselves.

Learning from Foundation – A Guide Through the AI Darkness

In Isaac Asimov’s Foundation series, civilization teeters on the edge of collapse, but a visionary movement—the Foundation—preserves knowledge and guides humanity through the crisis. AI represents a similar inflection point for the modern workforce. You can cling to the old ways and risk irrelevance, or you can be part of the Foundation—the group that learns, adapts, and leads through the AI transition.

Think of AI as your personal Foundation—a tool that helps you navigate uncertainty and complexity. Instead of fearing change, shape it. Experiment, test, and refine how AI fits into your workflow. Those who do will not only remain employed but will thrive as indispensable pioneers.

AI Isn’t Perfect—But Neither Are We

Yes, AI makes mistakes. But let’s be honest—most employees don’t produce perfect work either. Just as we double-check our own work, we must verify AI’s output. The difference is that AI can accelerate productivity, uncover insights, and automate repetitive tasks, allowing employees to focus on higher-value work.

The workplace is changing. The question is: Will you change with it?

Be the internal leader who champions AI—not just because it’s the future, but because it’s the key to staying relevant today.