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Hey everyone , I'm Brian , and today I want to talk to you about something that's on a lot of our minds and that is artificial intelligence , or what some of us know as AI . So you've probably heard people talk , or maybe you even said it yourself . People are talking about the fear that they have of AI taking over their jobs and making us obsolete . Now I get it . These concerns are real , especially in a world where technology is changing so fast , and I've had people ask me for my own thoughts , and the question that I like to ask in return is well , can we even stop this AI movement ? So today I want to give you a different angle to consider and become more aware of , especially if you're an educator , a leader of an organization or a business . You see , you're not only navigating these changes . You're in a position to empower those around you to think differently . You see , your students and your teams will look to you for guidance in these shifting times , and you have the power to help them adapt , to turn what seems like a challenge into an opportunity . So let's take some time to talk about AI . Is it powerful ? Yes , and will it change how we work ? Of course it already is , but is it really the enemy or is it just a misunderstood tool ? What if , instead of seeing AI as a replacement , we started seeing it as something that supports us and can enhance our work moving forward ? So , before we dive into my own experience , let's begin our discussion with something that Wired recently posted online . I feel they really hit the nail on the head here . They talked about adopting a skills first mindset instead of a job title , both for employees and employers . I'll post a link to that article in the show notes right below .

Now here's what caught my eye . They said the skills required for many jobs have changed by a staggering 25% since 2015 . And that number is expected to reach at least 65% . Did you hear that ? 65% by 2030 . And you might be asking yourself well , why ? Well , it's because of the rapid development in technology like AI . You see , it's not just about keeping up with technology , it's about evolving our skill sets . Will people lose jobs because of AI ? Yeah , they probably will , and probably some may have already . But the question I want to encourage us all to be thinking more about is how can we leverage AI to enhance our unique skills and create new opportunities for growth in our careers , in your career .

I believe that human skills those that an algorithm can't replicate will become even more vital as we move forward in this new era . For example , I'm focused on learning how to ask better questions After all , everyone can find an answer today anywhere but what about those more meaningful questions ? Are we asking the right questions ? As a digital strategist , I've seen both sides of this coin . I've seen the worries , but I've also seen the incredible potential that AI has when we use it correctly and responsibly . My role , well , I'm here to help you navigate this , to use technology to serve your purpose , not the other way around .

What if you think about AI as a tool , instead of a cyborg assassin trying to kill Sarah O'Connor ? See , it's a tool that can help us handle the repetitive tasks that eat up our precious time and resources every day . We can use this tool to help get back more time to spend on doing the things that really matter more . But what's that for you ? That's a question that you're going to have to answer for yourself .

For me , it's the human stuff . How can I use AI to not replace the human touch , but bring it into more of a sharper focus in my own personal and work life , like freeing up time to focus on building relationships , connecting with people , establishing trust and being more present in the now . Take some time to reflect on these questions . Imagine a future where AI is your partner , not a threat . A future where your unique human skills are more valuable than ever . And remember navigating the digital world doesn't have to be a journey you take alone . If you're looking to harness the power of digital technology more mindfully and purposefully , I'm here to guide and coach you every step of the way . Check out the links in this episode notes and let's embark on this transformative journey together .