“Our greatest contribution may not be something we do, but someone we raise.”
This Mother’s Day, I’ve been thinking: Are our kids really the most at risk from AI? My hypothesis is if we do this right, they might actually be the least at risk.
I believe that the future belongs to people who can work across different areas with AI as their thinking partner. Not just deep specialists focused on one thing.
Someone who understands how to drive good business outcomes, makes sound decisions, and knows how to guide AI responsibly might be more valuable than traditional experts in many roles.
Microsoft’s Work Trend Index report showed that 7 out of 10 managers would hire someone with AI skills over years of experience.
Our kids have something special: they can still imagine new possibilities. They’re not stuck thinking “this is how it’s always been done.”
We often can’t see beyond what we already know. Our kids can picture what could be different.
Essential skills to develop:
- ► Think critically about what AI suggests
- ► Make good ethical choices when using AI
- ► Understand how to drive business results
- ► Feel comfortable working with AI as a helper
This won’t happen overnight or easily. It will take all of us – schools, governments, parents, guardians, and society working together.
Our children won’t be replaced by AI if we do this right. They’ll be the ones using it to build things we never imagined.
Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers raising tomorrow’s leaders. Enjoy you special day!
