The Josh Bersin Company Labor Day Arrives: How AI Changes Everything For Workers
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Aug 29, 2025 Labor Day takes on new meaning as AI reshapes the labor market, introducing significant changes for both front-line and white-collar workers. With little job growth expected, the concepts of talent density and the rise of the Superworker and Supermanager are redefining workplace dynamics. The discussion also emphasizes the critical role of continuous change management and skill development, especially in industries like healthcare, where empowered workers are crucial. Prepare for an evolving future filled with exciting opportunities!
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Labor Pool Will Tighten Significantly
- The U.S. workforce is shrinking due to falling birth rates and later childbearing, tightening the entry-level labor supply.
- BLS projects job growth of only ~3% over 2023–2033 versus 13% prior, forcing higher productivity per worker.
AI Will Be Central To Productivity Gains
- AI and automation must drive big productivity gains because GDP growth may outpace labor growth.
- Expect multi-year reengineering across organizations to close the gap between output and shrinking workforce.
Factories Shifted Workers To System Management
- Bersin recounts visiting manufacturing plants to show how automation shifted workers to managing systems rather than manual assembly.
- He notes modern plants have fewer people doing hands-on tasks and more people overseeing automated processes.
