Fear to Opportunity: How professionals can thrive in an AI-driven world

Those who embrace AI will succeed. Those who resist will be left behind

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is shaking up the job market, and many professionals worry they might lose their jobs to automation. While we may not need to panic yet, it’s clear that AI is changing the game. In fact, according to a report by ADP Research titled People at Work 2024: A Global Workforce View, 21 per cent of workers believe AI will replace most of their job duties.

However, just like other past technological advances, AI could actually boost careers for those willing to adapt. Instead of fearing AI, professionals can see it as an opportunity for growth and advancement.

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Need to Overcome Awkwardness?

Sometime being quiet, shy, socially awkward

and perhaps an introvert can keep us from succeeding in our personal and professional life. I know in my earlier years, I struggled with a little of that.

Recently I had a unique opportunity to speak with Monica Parkin from Courtney, British Columbia, Canada. She epitomized those characteristics, yet was able to turn that around to become a successful serial entrepreneur, author and master relationship builder.

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Leadership tips from the Book of Guinness World Records

What makes a great leader?

Great leaders are passionate, encouraging, motivating, inspiring, innovative and committed to what they do. And, when faced with a challenge, they persevere, overcoming adversity and accomplishing incredible feats.

And when we think of great leaders, we often think of them sitting behind oak desks in an office tower or speaking to large audiences.

We don’t normally think of leaders as emerging from the pages of the book of Guinness World Records 2020.

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One step at a time: a simple solution to a better life

Create visions and not resolutions to take control of your life

Why don’t resolutions work?

Eighty per cent of all New Year’s resolutions fail by the second week of February, according to U.S. News and World Report. Only eight per cent of us actually follow through, according to Forbes. In fact, just over 50 per cent of us don’t even bother with New Year’s resolutions.

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