GenZ workers are most concerned about AI's impact on jobs - survey

"Four out of five employees believe artificial intelligence will affect their daily work tasks, according to a new global survey by staffing and recruitment company Randstad. The survey found that Generation Z workers are the most concerned group, while baby boomers feel more secure and adaptable, according to Reuters."

"Demand for jobs requiring so-called AI agent skills has risen sharply, up 1,587%, while AI and automation are increasingly replacing simpler, routine roles."

"Almost half of employees surveyed fear that AI primarily benefits companies more than workers. There is also an optimism gap: 95% of employers expect to see growth this year, compared to 51% of employees who feel the same way."

Most employees anticipate AI will alter daily tasks, with Generation Z the most concerned and baby boomers reporting greater security and adaptability. Demand for roles requiring AI agent skills has surged 1,587%. AI and automation are increasingly replacing simpler, routine roles. Nearly half of employees believe AI primarily benefits companies rather than workers. Employers show markedly higher optimism about growth this year than employees, with 95% of employers expecting growth versus 51% of employees. Workplace dynamics are shifting toward higher-skill AI roles while raising concerns about equity, job displacement, and divergent employer-employee outlooks.

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