Let’s be honest — every time a new technology shows up, people say, “It’s going to take our jobs!” But is that really true, or are we just scared of change?
Yes, automation is taking over many simple and repetitive tasks. We see self-checkout machines in stores, chatbots answering customer questions, and AI helping with job interviews. A report by McKinsey even said that up to 800 million jobs might disappear by 2030. That sounds scary, doesn’t it?
But here’s the good news — new kinds of jobs are also being created. Jobs like AI trainers, machine learning engineers, data analysts, and cloud experts didn’t exist just a few years ago. Just like how the internet ended some jobs but created many new ones like social media managers and digital marketers, technology is helping us move forward.
Now think about this: Would you want to do the same boring job, like data entry, every day for the rest of your life? Or would you rather let a machine do that and focus on more exciting work like problem-solving, planning, or creating new ideas?
Still, the situation isn’t so simple. The real problem is the skills gap. Sure, new jobs are being created — but they need new skills. And not everyone is ready or trained for that. Many people, especially in older industries, are struggling to keep up. That’s why education and skill training are more important than ever.
Here’s where the debate starts:
People who support automation say it helps companies work faster and make fewer mistakes.
People who are against it say it’s making life harder for those without tech skills, and it’s causing more unemployment in some areas.
So, who’s winning — tech or talent?
In my opinion, technology isn’t replacing people — it’s changing how we work.
The future will belong to those who know how to use technology wisely. Imagine a marketing expert who knows how to use AI to understand customers better — that’s powerful. Or a teacher who uses virtual reality to make learning fun — that’s smart talent.
Now I want to hear from you:
Do you think our schools and colleges are preparing us for this future? And are companies helping their workers learn the skills they need?
Yes, automation is taking over many simple and repetitive tasks. We see self-checkout machines in stores, chatbots answering customer questions, and AI helping with job interviews. A report by McKinsey even said that up to 800 million jobs might disappear by 2030. That sounds scary, doesn’t it?
But here’s the good news — new kinds of jobs are also being created. Jobs like AI trainers, machine learning engineers, data analysts, and cloud experts didn’t exist just a few years ago. Just like how the internet ended some jobs but created many new ones like social media managers and digital marketers, technology is helping us move forward.
Now think about this: Would you want to do the same boring job, like data entry, every day for the rest of your life? Or would you rather let a machine do that and focus on more exciting work like problem-solving, planning, or creating new ideas?
Still, the situation isn’t so simple. The real problem is the skills gap. Sure, new jobs are being created — but they need new skills. And not everyone is ready or trained for that. Many people, especially in older industries, are struggling to keep up. That’s why education and skill training are more important than ever.
Here’s where the debate starts:
People who support automation say it helps companies work faster and make fewer mistakes.
People who are against it say it’s making life harder for those without tech skills, and it’s causing more unemployment in some areas.
So, who’s winning — tech or talent?
In my opinion, technology isn’t replacing people — it’s changing how we work.
The future will belong to those who know how to use technology wisely. Imagine a marketing expert who knows how to use AI to understand customers better — that’s powerful. Or a teacher who uses virtual reality to make learning fun — that’s smart talent.
Now I want to hear from you:
Do you think our schools and colleges are preparing us for this future? And are companies helping their workers learn the skills they need?