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David Deming on workforce shifts and the future of college

HBS Managing the Future of Work

CHAPTER

The Future of Work: Technology and Labor Dynamics

This chapter explores the historical and contemporary impact of technological advancements on the workforce, focusing on concepts like occupational churn and labor market shifts. It contrasts past transformations with current trends, particularly in relation to generative AI and its rapid adoption. The discussion emphasizes how technological progress often brings both job displacement and new opportunities, examining whether today's changes rival those of previous industrial revolutions.

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