I expect that soon the “ability to leverage AI” will become a massive selective advantage for knowledge work. Consequences:

  • Younger workers will generally find it easier to adapt and many older workers might be left behind.
  • Early adopter companies will outcompete others, with the potential for significant disruption by small, fast startups.
  • Countries with stronger AI infrastructure or less red-tape will dominate global knowledge work and have more memetic influence.