Tasks change before jobs do
AI rarely replaces a whole job at once. It changes the mix of tasks: less first drafting and searching, more checking, deciding and relating to people.
Skills that gain value
- Judgement: knowing whether an answer is right and fit for purpose.
- Domain expertise: the knowledge AI cannot check for you.
- Communication and relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Problem framing: turning a vague need into a clear task.
- Data literacy and basic automation.
- Learning fast and adapting.
Rethink roles together
For each role, list tasks and mark which AI can assist, which stay human and which are new. Do it with the people in the role; they know where the value is.
Train continuously
Short, regular practice on real tasks beats one long course. Pair experienced staff with confident AI users so both learn.
Be honest about change
Some tasks will disappear. Explain the plan, invest in reskilling and use time saved for higher-value work, not only for cuts.




