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Workers globally fear AI impact
A big survey by Randstad found that most workers think AI will change their jobs.
Young people, called Gen Z, are the most worried.
They think AI might take over some jobs, especially the simpler ones.
The survey also found that jobs needing AI skills have gone up a lot.
Some workers think AI will help companies more than workers.
Older workers, like Baby Boomers, are less worried.
In India, many workers are very loyal and optimistic about their jobs, but 58% are also working a second job to make ends meet.
This is much higher than the global average.
Indian workers are comfortable with new technology and think AI helps them be more productive.
However, they also believe AI will benefit companies more than employees, which is why many are looking for additional income sources.
80% of workers believe AI will impact their daily tasks at work.
Gen Z workers are the most concerned about AI's impact on jobs.
Job vacancies requiring AI agent skills have surged by 1,587%.
Nearly half of the workers fear AI will benefit corporations more than the workforce.
Baby Boomers show the least concern about AI's impact and their ability to adapt.
58% of Indian workers have or are seeking a second job, significantly higher than the global average of 40%.
Indian workers display exceptional faith in their organisations, with 79% confident in their organisation's growth and 89% trusting their company's leadership.
Work-life balance is a primary reason for Indian workers staying in their current roles, with 57% citing it as a key factor.
86% of Indian workers are comfortable with the latest technology, and 89% report that AI has improved their productivity.
- Who
- Workers across 35 markets, including Gen Z and Baby Boomers, and Indian workers
- What
- A survey highlighting concerns about AI's impact on jobs and the prevalence of second jobs among Indian workers
- Where
- Across 35 markets globally, with a focus on India
- When
- Survey conducted in 2024, data released on Tuesday, January 20
- Why
- To understand the impact of AI on job roles, worker sentiments, and the economic pressures driving the need for second jobs
Workers' Concerns
Employers' Perspective
AI's Impact on Jobs
Workers' Concerns
Workers, especially Gen Z, are concerned about AI's potential to automate jobs and reduce job security.
Employers' Perspective
Employers see AI as a tool to increase productivity and efficiency, potentially creating new job roles.
Benefits of AI
Workers' Concerns
Nearly half of the workers believe AI will benefit corporations more than the workforce.
Employers' Perspective
Employers view AI as a means to save costs and improve business operations, which can indirectly benefit employees through company growth.
Key facts
- Survey Conducted By
- Randstad
- Number of Workers Surveyed
- 27,000
- Number of Employers Surveyed
- 1,225
- Job Postings Analyzed
- 3 million
- Markets Covered
- 35
- AI Agent Skills Job Surge
- 1,587%
- Workers Concerned About AI Impact
- 80%
- Workers Fear AI Benefits Corporations More
- 50%
- Indian Workers with Second Jobs
- 58%
- Global Average for Second Jobs
- 40%
- Indian Workers Confident in Organisation Growth
- 79%
- Global Average for Organisation Growth Confidence
- 51%
- Indian Workers Trusting Leadership
- 89%
- Global Average for Trusting Leadership
- 72%
- Indian Workers Comfortable with Technology
- 86%
- Indian Workers Using AI for Productivity
- 89%
Timeline
Microsoft slashes jobs, including AI experts, to cut costs after boosting AI investment.
Then, on June 19, 2025, Microsoft unveils plans to lay off thousands, targeting sales roles to focus on AI.
In July, a report reveals over 10,000 jobs lost to AI, fueling Gen Z's job fears, especially for simpler tasks.
Gen Z's anxiety spikes as July's job cuts confirm AI's threat to simpler roles.
Randstad survey: Gen Z most worried about AI's impact on jobs, with simpler tasks in their crosshairs.
Quotes
Sander van 't Noordende
Randstad chief executive
“What we generally see amongst employees is that they are enthusiastic about AI. But they may also be sceptical in the sense that companies want what companies always want: they want to save costs and increase efficiency.”
financialexpress.com
Sources
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