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AI talent is in high demand. Over the past eight years, LinkedIn has seen a 323% increase in hiring for technical AI roles. The number of companies with a Head of AI position globally has tripled in the past five years, growing over 28% in 2023 alone. But it's not just in tech — AI hiring is booming across various industries like Consumer Services (35%) and Education (29%) in the US. This trend shows that companies are embracing AI as essential. Microsoft and LinkedIn surveyed 31,000 people in 31 countries, analyzed LinkedIn labor trends, and studied Microsoft 365 data and Fortune 500 customers to offer crucial insights and actions on AI's impact on work. Read the findings in the 2024 Work Trend Index: https://lnkd.in/ehP7xSDX

AI is resetting the skills required for nearly all jobs — and new research shows three out of four of knowledge workers have already used generative AI at work today. But the picture doesn’t look the same for everyone. Early signals suggest an urgent gender gap is emerging: Women around the world are more likely to be in the jobs AI is set to disrupt, and less likely to be in the jobs that stand to gain from AI. What happens next isn’t inevitable. Hear from Anne-Marie Slaughter (CEO at New America), Sue Duke (VP Global Public Policy & Economic Graph at LinkedIn), and Aneesh Raman (VP and Workforce Expert at LinkedIn) on critical steps leaders can take now to rebalance the scales and shape a more equitable future where more women are able to flourish and advance in the AI era of work.

Employees want AI at work — and they're not waiting. 75% of knowledge workers use AI, with 46% starting in the last six months. And due to high workloads, employees are bringing their own AI to work. Leaders see AI as essential but lack a clear plan to drive business impact. The challenge now is moving from experimentation to transformation. Just like with the internet and PCs, broad AI adoption will drive growth, manage costs, and deliver more value to customers. To help leaders overcome AI inertia, Microsoft and LinkedIn surveyed 31,000 people in 31 countries, analyzed labor trends from LinkedIn, and studied Microsoft 365 data and Fortune 500 customers. The findings offer crucial insights and actions on AI's impact on work — read it here: https://lnkd.in/ehP7xSDX

In our latest State of the Labor Market report we check in the global hiring slowdown and explore which industries and job roles are on the rise or on the decline. We also dive into a new report from Microsoft and LinkedIn, the 2024 Work Trend Index, that shows how AI at work has accelerated. Here are some key highlights from this month’s update: 📌 LinkedIn’s latest hiring data suggests that the global hiring slowdown is easing, except in Europe. Major economies like the US, Canada, and India show slower but moderating hiring rates. 📌 AI use is taking off among workers — even if their companies aren't fully on board with AI yet — with 78% of AI users bringing their own AI tools to work.    📌 Workers are already anticipating the rising demand for AI skills. People are adding them to their resumes to stay competitive, driven by a tough job market and what employers are looking for. Read the full report from Kory Kantenga, Ph.D., Senior Economist at LinkedIn. #WorkTrendIndex #HiringTrends #LaborMarket #AISkills #AIAtWork

The 2024 Work Trend Index, a joint report from Microsoft and LinkedIn, shared that AI has arrived at work. The data revealed that 75% of knowledge workers worldwide are already using generative AI (GAI) on the job! Full report here: https://lnkd.in/ehP7xSDX. We're curious about the integration of generative AI (GAI) in your workplace. Share your experiences below👇

The 2024 AI index is here! With AI's impact growing by the day, this update couldn't come at a better time. Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) dives deeper than ever before, exploring everything from tech breakthroughs to public opinions and geopolitical shifts. There's lots of new data, including AI jobs, skills, and talent insights from LinkedIn. Read it all here: https://lnkd.in/ea7KF28

Can you believe it's been over a year since generative AI burst onto the scene? For the first time since the smartphone, people began to change the way they view and interact with technology in a way that transformed how people work and live. Fast forward to now — where do we stand? While some professionals worry AI will replace their job, the data is painting a different picture. There's actually a hidden talent shortage, tons of people itching for a career switch, and a massive opportunity for those willing to look into AI skills. So, how does AI fit in and impact the workforce? What tangible impacts is AI having on work? What does this mean for both professionals and business leaders who need to prepare for the workplace of today and tomorrow? Karin Kimbrough, LinkedIn's Chief Economist, dives into the latest insights from the 2024 Work Trend Index, a joint report from Microsoft and LinkedIn on the state of AI at work. Check out her analysis here: https://lnkd.in/ehP7xSDX

4 ways that AI could transform healthcare roles: https://lnkd.in/es4u9dXF 1. Healthcare jobs are hot right now, even as roles change — and as AI reshapes healthcare, new jobs are also being created. 2. Healthcare providers, like all of the workforce, need to upskill. “It’s all about the ability to learn, unlearn, and relearn and I think healthcare will lead the way,” says Aneesh Raman, VP and Workforce Expert at LinkedIn. 3. Healthcare providers will transform technology at the same time AI transforms healthcare. That’s particularly true at Amazon, whose One Medical division created hybrid “product/clinician” roles. 4. AI could ease burnout among doctors, nurses, and other providers. Time is the ultimate asset, especially for hardworking physicians and nurses who barely have a moment to spare. AI offers a solution to reclaim that precious time. Read more about how AI can empower healthcare teams to think, collaborate, and innovate: https://lnkd.in/es4u9dXF

Reflecting on the European Year of Skills, one thing's clear: Europe's got skills. Our data reveals a 91% surge in green skill professionals in the EU over five years, outpacing the global 70% rise. The EU also leads in AI talent, with a 126% increase compared to the global 119% growth. Now, the challenge and opportunity lies in keeping that momentum for skill-building across Europe going. We should view the past year as a starting point for long-term skill-building, aiming for a whole 'decade of skills'. We're entering a new era where adaptable workers are key to staying competitive. This means we need to invest in skills and rethink how we approach career development, finding talent, and growing professionally. Read more from Sue Duke, LinkedIn's VP and Head of Global Public Policy: https://lnkd.in/e_d_dTA4

Leaders from Year Up, Blackstone, and LinkedIn are coming together for a real talk on how prioritizing skills can transform hiring for the better. Learn from Ellen McClain, CEO and President of Year Up, Joe Baratta Global Head of Private Equity at Blackstone, and Aneesh Raman, VP and Workforce Expert at LinkedIn about success stories, insights, and practical advice on skills-first hiring. If you're curious about the benefits for both employers and untapped talent, or how skills-first hiring could work for you, RSVP here to learn from the pros and get your questions answered. https://lnkd.in/dpEwvejd