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Aug 30, 2025 Dive into how a Stanford study reveals AI's impact on jobs, especially for younger workers. Discover a troubling 13% decline in their employment in AI-reliant sectors. The discussion highlights shifting hiring trends, with more emphasis on experience over entry-level roles. Learn how companies are adapting their recruitment strategies and the growing importance of specialized skills in today's job market. It's a fascinating exploration of the future workforce dynamics!
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Payroll Data Reveals Early AI Signals
- Stanford used ADP payroll data to detect early employment shifts tied to AI across millions of workers through July 2025.
- This real-time payroll approach revealed patterns that slow government survey data would miss.
Younger Hires Face Disproportionate Declines
- Young workers (22–25) in AI-exposed roles saw meaningful employment declines since late 2022 while older workers grew in the same companies.
- Declines concentrated where AI automates tasks and stability where AI augments human work.
Age As A Proxy For Role Level
- Age here proxies for role level: younger equals entry-level, older equals experienced, revealing shifts in who organizations choose to recruit.
- The study suggests hiring decisions, not immediate layoffs, drive early AI-driven workforce changes.