With the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the future of work is undergoing a profound transformation. A recent UN study warns that around 40% of current occupations could be impacted by technology in the coming decades.
The change is already underway. Sectors such as production, logistics, and customer service are adopting automated solutions like chatbots, predictive algorithms, and autonomous vehicles, replacing roles once exclusively performed by humans. Large companies are investing in these tools to reduce costs and increase efficiency, which could result in large-scale layoffs if there isn’t a swift adaptation response from the workforce and public policies.
Despite concerns about technological unemployment, experts emphasize that AI also creates new opportunities. Fields like data science, cybersecurity, AI ethics, and algorithm development are gaining prominence and are expected to grow in the coming years.
“The key to facing this scenario is adaptation,” says Izabela Holanda, director of IH Human Development Consulting. “Rather than resisting change, it’s essential to understand it, pursue continuous training, and develop irreplaceable human skills.”
According to her, professional success now hinges on constant learning. “Short-term courses in programming, data analysis, and artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly accessible. At the same time, skills like empathy, critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication are becoming competitive advantages,” she highlights.
For Izabela, the advancement of AI should not be seen as an inevitable threat but as a strategic opportunity. ‘The question isn’t whether robots will take our jobs, but how we can work alongside them. Technology can—and should—be an ally in building a fairer, more productive, and innovative market.’
