Trending Now - Embrace Uniqueness: Leaders Urge Gen Z to Compete With AI

WHO:

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman previously served as senior adviser on economic strategy to the state of California and led economic impact at Facebook; Ryan Roslansky is also EVP of Microsoft Office and Copilot.

Fortune - Clara Shih has worked in AI for 20 years and is currently an adviser at Meta.

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman is LinkedIn’s chief economic opportunity officer; Ryan Roslansky is CEO of LinkedIn; Clara Shih is a former AI executive at Meta and Salesforce and currently an adviser at Meta.

Fortune - Dario Amodei is CEO of Anthropic; Jensen Huang is CEO of Nvidia.

WHAT:

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," emphasizes that individuals can actively shape their careers by understanding the evolving nature of skills, roles, and industries.

Fortune - Clara Shih stated, “You feel radicalized in that moment when you see it working,” reflecting on the moment she saw Meta’s AI agents outperform her top employees.

Fortune - The New Work Foundation launched several AI-enabled tools, including Field Report and JobClaw, to assist job seekers.

ABC News - A recent Gallup poll found that 70% of college students see AI as a threat to their job prospects.

ABC News - A recent Quinnipiac poll indicated that the vast majority of Americans believe it is "very" or "somewhat" important for college and university students to be taught how to use AI.

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," emphasizes that individuals can actively shape their careers by understanding the evolving nature of skills, roles, and industries.

Fortune - Clara Shih stated, “In that moment I knew that nothing would ever be the same,” reflecting on the moment she saw Meta’s AI agents outperform her top employees.

Fortune - A recent survey from AI enterprise platform Writer found that employees actively using AI in their day-to-day tasks are more likely to earn a promotion or a raise compared to those refusing to adopt the technology.

ABC News - A recent Gallup poll found that 48% of Gen Z workers believe the risks of AI in the workforce outweigh the possible benefits.

ABC News - A recent Quinnipiac poll indicated that the vast majority of Americans believe it is "very" or "somewhat" important for college and university students to be taught how to use AI.

NY Post - More than 52% of people 25 and older worry an AI takeover could leave them jobless, prompting plans to enroll in courses to sharpen their skills.

Fortune - A recent ZipRecruiter report indicates that many Gen Zers are exploring alternatives to traditional corporate jobs, including entrepreneurship, gig work, and trade school.

ABC News - Many college students are reconsidering their career paths due to fears that entry-level jobs will be taken by AI.

ABC News - About 70% of college students see AI as a threat to their job prospects, according to a 2025 poll by the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School.

ABC News - A recent Gallup poll found that 48% of Gen Z workers believe the risks of AI in the workforce outweigh the possible benefits.

ABC News - A recent Quinnipiac poll indicated that the vast majority of Americans believe it is "very" or "somewhat" important for college and university students to be taught how to use AI.

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," emphasizes that individuals can actively shape their careers by understanding the evolving nature of skills, roles, and industries.

Fortune - Clara Shih's New Work Foundation launched an AI-enabled tool called JobClaw, which helps job seekers find roles based on their strengths and interests without requiring a résumé.

Fortune - The New Work Foundation's Field Report tool indicates there are currently 31,500 open roles in law in the U.S., highlighting the high risk of AI automation in that field.

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," emphasizes that jobs are defined by tasks rather than titles, stating, "When you start seeing your job not as a title but as a set of tasks, it makes it easier to understand what’s changing and what to do about it."

Fortune - Clara Shih's New Work Foundation launched an AI-enabled tool called Field Report, which provides job seekers insights into their preferred career paths, including the current availability of 31,500 open roles in law in the U.S.

Fortune - A recent survey from AI enterprise platform Writer found that employees actively using AI in their day-to-day tasks are more likely to earn a promotion or a raise compared to those refusing to adopt the technology.

Fortune - A recent Gallup poll found that Gen Z’s sentiment toward AI has grown significantly more negative compared to a year ago.

Fortune - Shih stated, “If you want to find a job and if you want to keep your job, you need to learn how to get really good at using AI agents,” highlighting the necessity of AI proficiency for job security.

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky emphasize that jobs are defined by tasks rather than titles, stating, "When you start seeing your job not as a title but as a set of tasks, it makes it easier to understand what’s changing and what to do about it."

Fortune - Clara Shih noted that the New Work Foundation launched an AI-enabled tool called Field Report, which provides job seekers insights into their preferred career paths, including the current availability of 31,500 open roles in law in the U.S.

Fortune - Shih stated, “If you want to find a job and if you want to keep your job, you need to learn how to get really good at using AI agents,” highlighting the necessity of AI proficiency for job security.

Fast Company - Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky shared five key insights from their book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," emphasizing that jobs are defined by tasks rather than titles.

Fortune - Clara Shih stated, “In that moment I knew that nothing would ever be the same,” reflecting on the moment she saw Meta’s AI agents outperform her top employees.

Fortune - The New Work Foundation launched an AI agent called JobClaw, which helps job seekers find roles based on their strengths and interests without requiring a résumé.

Fortune - A recent Gallup poll found that Gen Z’s sentiment toward AI has grown significantly more negative compared to a year ago.

Fortune - The New Work Foundation launched several AI-enabled tools, including Field Report, which offers job seekers insights into their preferred career paths, and JobClaw, which helps job seekers find roles based on their strengths and interests without requiring a résumé.

Fortune - A recent survey from AI enterprise platform Writer found that employees actively using AI in their day-to-day tasks are more likely to earn a promotion or a raise compared to those refusing to adopt the technology.

NY Post - More than 52% of people 25 and older worry an AI takeover could leave them jobless, prompting plans to enroll in courses to sharpen their skills.

Fast Company - Raman and Roslansky share insights from their book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI."

Fortune - Shih launched the New Work Foundation, a nonprofit organization, to help Gen Z find jobs in an AI-dominated workplace.

Fortune - A recent ZipRecruiter report indicates that many Gen Zers are exploring alternatives to traditional corporate jobs, including entrepreneurship, gig work, and trade school.

Fortune - The New Work Foundation launched AI-enabled tools, including Field Report and JobClaw, to assist job seekers.

WHERE:

Fortune - The New Work Foundation provides insights into the job market in the U.S., specifically mentioning 31,500 open roles in law.

WHEN:

Fortune - Shih noted a turning point occurred last fall when she observed Meta’s AI agents outperforming her top employees.

WHY:

ABC News - Many college students are reconsidering their career paths due to fears that entry-level jobs will be taken by AI.

ABC News - Many college students are reconsidering their career paths due to fears that entry-level jobs will be taken by AI.

Fortune - Clara Shih stated, “I realized that the only way to help people keep up with the pace of AI was to give them AI tools,” explaining the necessity of adapting to AI advancements for job security.

Fortune - Clara Shih mentioned, “The only way to help people keep up with the pace of AI was to give them AI tools,” highlighting the urgency of adapting to AI advancements.

Fortune - Clara Shih stated, “If you want to find a job and if you want to keep your job, you need to learn how to get really good at using AI agents.”

Fast Company - The evolution of AI is changing the nature of work, requiring individuals to adapt their skills and career paths.

Fortune - Shih believes that to keep up with AI advancements, individuals must learn to effectively use AI tools.

HOW:

Fast Company - Individuals are encouraged to categorize their job tasks into three buckets: tasks AI can do alone, tasks done with AI, and uniquely human tasks.

ABC News - Students are navigating their career choices without guidance from advisers, professors, or parents, who lack answers about the impact of AI on job markets.

Fortune - JobClaw requires job seekers to fill out a five-question intake form about their identity and career aspirations.

Fast Company - Individuals are encouraged to categorize their job tasks into three buckets: tasks AI can do alone, tasks done with AI, and uniquely human tasks.

Fortune - The New Work Foundation's JobClaw helps job seekers find roles based on their strengths and interests through a simple intake form.

(UPDATED April 27, 2026 15:31 UTC)

Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's new book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," highlights how individuals can actively shape their careers by understanding the changing landscape of skills and industries. Meanwhile, a recent Gallup poll reveals that 70% of college students view AI as a threat to their job prospects, prompting many to reconsider their career paths. In response to these concerns, the New Work Foundation has launched several AI-enabled tools to assist job seekers, while experts encourage individuals to categorize their job tasks into three distinct buckets: those that AI can do alone, those that can be done with AI, and those that are uniquely human.

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(UPDATED April 27, 2026 13:20 UTC)

Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's new book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," highlights how individuals can actively shape their careers by adapting to the evolving landscape of skills and industries. Meanwhile, a recent survey from AI enterprise platform Writer reveals that employees who integrate AI into their daily tasks are more likely to receive promotions or raises, while a Gallup poll shows that 48% of Gen Z workers feel the risks of AI in the workforce outweigh the benefits. Additionally, many college students are now reconsidering their career paths, driven by concerns that entry-level positions may soon be dominated by AI technology.

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(UPDATED April 27, 2026 07:44 UTC)

A recent poll by the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School reveals that about 70% of college students view AI as a threat to their job prospects, prompting many to rethink their career paths. Additionally, a Gallup poll shows that nearly half of Gen Z workers believe the risks of AI in the workforce outweigh its potential benefits, while a Quinnipiac poll indicates that most Americans think it's crucial for college students to learn how to use AI. Students are facing these uncertainties largely without guidance from advisers, professors, or parents, who themselves are unsure about the implications of AI on job markets.

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(UPDATED April 27, 2026 05:48 UTC)

Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's new book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," highlights how individuals can take charge of their careers by understanding the changing landscape of skills and industries. In related news, Clara Shih's New Work Foundation has launched an innovative AI tool called JobClaw, designed to assist job seekers in finding positions that align with their strengths and interests without the need for a résumé. Additionally, the foundation's Field Report tool reveals there are currently 31,500 open roles in law across the U.S., underscoring the significant risk of AI automation in that sector, as Shih emphasizes the importance of adapting to AI advancements for job security.

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(UPDATED April 27, 2026 04:08 UTC)

Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky's new book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," emphasizes that jobs should be viewed through the lens of tasks rather than titles, making it easier to adapt to changes in the workforce. Meanwhile, Clara Shih's New Work Foundation has launched an AI-enabled tool called Field Report, which offers job seekers insights into their career paths, including access to 31,500 open roles in law across the U.S. Additionally, a recent survey from AI enterprise platform Writer reveals that employees who actively use AI in their daily tasks are more likely to receive promotions or raises, underscoring the importance of AI proficiency for job security.

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(UPDATED April 26, 2026 23:11 UTC)

Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky have highlighted a shift in how we view jobs, emphasizing that it's more about the tasks we perform than the titles we hold. Meanwhile, Clara Shih announced the launch of an AI-enabled tool called Field Report by the New Work Foundation, which helps job seekers navigate their career paths and currently lists 31,500 open roles in law across the U.S. Shih also stressed the importance of becoming proficient with AI agents, stating that mastering these tools is essential for both finding and keeping a job.

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(UPDATED April 26, 2026 21:06 UTC)

Aneesh Raman and Ryan Roslansky shared five key insights from their book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," emphasizing that jobs are increasingly defined by tasks rather than traditional titles. In a related development, Clara Shih reflected on a pivotal moment when she witnessed Meta’s AI agents outperforming her top employees, stating, “In that moment I knew that nothing would ever be the same.” Meanwhile, the New Work Foundation has introduced an AI agent called JobClaw, designed to assist job seekers in finding roles that align with their strengths and interests, all without the need for a résumé.

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(UPDATED April 26, 2026 19:14 UTC)

The New Work Foundation has introduced several AI-enabled tools designed to assist job seekers, including Field Report, which provides insights into career paths, and JobClaw, which helps individuals find roles based on their strengths without needing a résumé. Clara Shih, an AI expert and adviser at Meta, emphasizes the importance of mastering AI tools for job security, stating that those who actively use AI are more likely to receive promotions or raises. Meanwhile, a survey reveals that over 52% of individuals aged 25 and older are concerned about the potential for an AI takeover to threaten their jobs, leading many to seek additional training to enhance their skills.

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(UPDATED April 26, 2026 17:10 UTC)

Aneesh Raman, LinkedIn's chief economic opportunity officer, and CEO Ryan Roslansky are sharing insights from their new book, "Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI," while Clara Shih, a former AI executive at Meta, has launched the New Work Foundation to assist Gen Z in navigating the job market influenced by AI. The foundation has introduced AI-enabled tools like Field Report and JobClaw, which help job seekers identify roles that align with their strengths and interests, amidst a landscape where many Gen Zers are considering alternatives to traditional corporate jobs. Shih emphasizes the importance of adapting to the evolving nature of work by categorizing tasks and effectively utilizing AI tools, especially after witnessing AI agents outperforming top employees last fall.