Below are links to some short AI videos. They paint a pretty bleak picture in terms of job displacement, but they also offer some insightful commentary. Unfortunately, the prediction that companies would be compelled to race toward AI adoption for productivity gains and cost savings is proving accurate—mass layoffs included. I also watched a roundtable where experts voiced real concern that the loss of millions of jobs could outpace society’s ability to adapt and benefit from the “good” side of AI. That’s my fear too. The tech sector alone has shed over 500,000 jobs; Overall, AI is being blamed for more than a million job losses.
From what I’m seeing, entry-level jobs are being reduced more sharply, which in turn eliminates internal promotion paths. Companies are doubling down on hiring people who already have exactly the experience and skills they want. Employers expect senior candidates to navigate ambiguity and deliver results—Use your age as a signal of seniority, not a liability.
The biggest resume opportunity is around showcasing business results. Don’t be modest—take credit where it’s due and sell the impact you’ve made. Your resume must grab attention in the first 10 seconds. If it doesn’t, it likely won’t survive the first pass. Think of your resume as the story you tell about yourself—one that hooks the reader and pulls them in.