AI’s Rise, Talent’s Fall: Fixing the Skills Deficit
Summary
Everyone’s talking about AI disruption — but not enough are talking about the human talent disruption it demands. This candid session challenges the myth that AI alone will future-proof workforces. It exposes blind spots in today’s upskilling agendas — from overlooked durable skills to the illusion of instant AI fluency. Backed by global insights and fresh data, this session offers a bold roadmap to turn AI anxiety into human potential — where curiosity, creativity, and adaptability matter as much as code.
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Contributors
- Tanner Jackson
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