Source: Fortune
Summary
According to Mohit Joshi, CEO of Tech Mahindra, the demand for human labor will not disappear despite the rise of artificial intelligence. Joshi believes that AI will increase demand for “humans in the lead” with radically different job specifications. He cites historical precedent, such as the Millennium Bug, to support his assertion. Joshi also emphasizes the importance of speed, curiosity, empathy, and kindness in leaders to navigate the changes brought about by AI.
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Tech Mahindra’s CEO Mohit Joshi is optimistic about the impact of AI on jobs, despite warnings of a “jobs apocalypse.” Joshi’s argument is based on historical precedent and the need for “humans in the lead” to drive simplification, modernization, and optimization. He emphasizes the importance of speed, curiosity, empathy, and kindness in leaders. The question remains, will Tech Mahindra’s own workforce be immune to the changes brought about by AI?
Author: Evan Null
