Microsoft Unveils: AI Transforms Jobs by 2024 - Desire Meets Challenge

Microsoft's AI: Remaking Your Job & Workforce

Microsoft and LinkedIn released a 2024 Work Trend Index report. They surveyed 31,000 people in 31 countries. They also analyzed Microsoft and LinkedIn data. The report looks at how AI is changing work and the job market.

Main findings:

1. Employees want AI at work, even with uncertainty.

2. AI raises the bar for skills but also breaks career limits.

3. Heavy AI users are rising and show the future of work.

Recommendations:

1. Start with a business problem, then use AI to solve it. For example, use AI in customer service, creative development, or product experiences. Bring AI into key processes to improve efficiency.

2. Use a top-down and bottom-up approach. Employees at all levels need to fully engage with AI. CEOs and entry-level workers should advocate for AI. Together, spread AI skills and enthusiasm.

3. Make training a priority. Provide ongoing training for general tasks and specific roles. Use LinkedIn Learning and other resources to build employee skills.

Read the full report here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/work-trend-index/ai-at-work-is-here-now-comes-the-hard-part/