Worried AI Will Take Your Job? You're Not Alone.
Your comprehensive action plan for navigating AI disruption—whether you're considering the trades or staying in white-collar work.
The AIxiety Pivot Career Guide by What About AI? provides a comprehensive action plan for navigating AI disruption. It covers trade career salary data, industry timeline projections, and step-by-step guidance whether you're considering pivoting to skilled trades or staying in white-collar work.
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Key Insights from This Guide
Here are some of the most important findings. Download the full guide for complete analysis, action steps, and checklists.
60% of Gen Z Now Pursuing Blue-Collar Work
60% of Gen Z are now likely to pursue blue-collar work in 2026, up from just 25% during high school. 70% say AI has made them question job security, and 62% believe AI could replace their jobs within 10 years, driving this historic career pivot.
Trade Work Offers a 2-3 Year Economic Window
Skilled trades including electricians ($60K-$100K+), plumbers ($200K in major cities), and construction managers (~$120K) face current labor shortages with growth from EV/solar booms. However, humanoid robots already lift 150-180 pounds and work 24/7, creating a 2-3 year lag before trades face robotics disruption.
37% of Career Pivots Are Fear-Driven, Not Passion-Driven
37% of degree holders pursuing trades are motivated by fear rather than genuine interest. Fear-based career decisions rarely lead to fulfillment or long-term success. The guide emphasizes following genuine aptitudes while adapting to technology changes.
College Degrees No Longer Offer Protective Value
65% of Gen Z believe a college degree won't protect them from AI replacement. Only 2% of financial institutions report zero AI usage, and 98% of BNY Mellon's 52,000 employees completed GenAI training, signaling universal industry adoption regardless of formal credentials.
What's Inside the Guide
AI Anxiety Statistics
Real data on how Gen Z and other generations are responding to AI disruption fears.
Trade Salary Data
Actual earning potential in skilled trades: plumbers, electricians, construction managers, and more.
Timeline Projections
When will different industries be affected? Realistic timelines for knowledge workers vs. trades.
Action Plans
Step-by-step guidance for both those considering trades AND those staying in white-collar careers.
The Uncomfortable Truth
Honest analysis of why even trade jobs aren't completely safe from AI and robotics.
Expert Insights
Quotes and analysis from industry leaders including Jensen Huang, career experts, and researchers.
AIxiety Pivot
Career Guide
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