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Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman's tip to Gen Z graduates: ‘AI makes you enormously attractive'
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and a prominent Silicon Valley venture capitalist, has a clear message for the Class of 2025 and beyond: embrace artificial intelligence, not fear it. In a video shared on his YouTube channel this week, Hoffman urged recent graduates to leverage their intuitive understanding of AI tools as a core advantage in the evolving job market. 'You are Generation AI—you're AI-native,' Hoffman said. 'Highlighting your comfort with AI in your skillset makes you a compelling candidate in today's job landscape.' Hoffman, also a partner at Greylock Partners, was responding to student-submitted questions about how to navigate the job search in a tech-disrupted world. Many of the queries reflected anxieties around how AI could potentially displace entry-level roles. Acknowledging these concerns, Hoffman noted that while AI is indeed reshaping traditional workflows, particularly at the entry level, it is also creating new opportunities for digitally savvy young professionals to differentiate themselves. 'Yes, it's disrupting entry-level tasks and causing uncertainty among employers,' Hoffman said. 'But it's also a chance to stand out. You can use AI to showcase your creativity, efficiency, and problem-solving abilities—skills that more senior colleagues might still be developing.' Hoffman encouraged graduates to frame their AI fluency not just as technical knowledge, but as a collaborative strength—one that could help modernise teams and enhance productivity in legacy work environments. The comments come amid broader discussions on AI's impact on the global workforce, with many employers still figuring out how to integrate generative AI tools into business processes without diminishing human roles. For digitally fluent Gen Z professionals, this uncertainty may well be a strategic advantage. Earlier, Hoffman cautioned against the growing trend of portraying AI systems as emotional companions, arguing that such framing risks undermining human relationships and emotional well-being, reported Business Insider.
Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman's advice to Gen Z graduates: 'AI is not a threat, embrace it'
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and a prominent Silicon Valley venture capitalist, has a clear message for the Class of 2025 and beyond: embrace artificial intelligence, not fear it. In a video shared on his YouTube channel this week, Hoffman urged recent graduates to leverage their intuitive understanding of AI tools as a core advantage in the evolving job market. 'You are Generation AI—you're AI-native,' Hoffman said. 'Highlighting your comfort with AI in your skillset makes you a compelling candidate in today's job landscape.' Hoffman, also a partner at Greylock Partners, was responding to student-submitted questions about how to navigate the job search in a tech-disrupted world. Many of the queries reflected anxieties around how AI could potentially displace entry-level roles. Acknowledging these concerns, Hoffman noted that while AI is indeed reshaping traditional workflows, particularly at the entry level, it is also creating new opportunities for digitally savvy young professionals to differentiate themselves. 'Yes, it's disrupting entry-level tasks and causing uncertainty among employers,' Hoffman said. 'But it's also a chance to stand out. You can use AI to showcase your creativity, efficiency, and problem-solving abilities—skills that more senior colleagues might still be developing.' Hoffman encouraged graduates to frame their AI fluency not just as technical knowledge, but as a collaborative strength—one that could help modernise teams and enhance productivity in legacy work environments. The comments come amid broader discussions on AI's impact on the global workforce, with many employers still figuring out how to integrate generative AI tools into business processes without diminishing human roles. For digitally fluent Gen Z professionals, this uncertainty may well be a strategic advantage. Earlier, Hoffman cautioned against the growing trend of portraying AI systems as emotional companions, arguing that such framing risks undermining human relationships and emotional well-being, reported Business Insider. During the Possible podcast, Hoffman asserted that no current AI tool possesses the emotional depth required to qualify as a friend, and that suggesting otherwise could be psychologically harmful, added the publication. 'I don't think any AI tool today is capable of being a friend,' he said. 'And I think if it's pretending to be a friend, you're actually harming the person in so doing.'
New York Post
4 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Employers want to hire Gen Z workers who have knowledge of AI: ‘You were born into this shift'
The most valuable skill an employee can have in the digital age is… the ability to ask AI? Titans of the tech industry have taken to social media and other public speaking engagements to reassure Gen-Z, the newest members of the workforce, that AI won't be detrimental to job availability — in fact, it might be able to aid in their employment. 'AI is changing everything, faster than most institutions, companies or curriculums can keep pace with. But no, that doesn't mean your education or potential is obsolete. It means we have to think differently about what growth and opportunity look like,' wrote LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman in a recent post on the platform. Advertisement 'You were born into this shift. You're native to these tools in a way that older generations aren't. Lean into it. Teach others.' 5 'You are Generation AI,' LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman wrote online, addressing recent graduates. REUTERS 'You don't have to become an engineer to use AI powerfully,' Hoffman advised. 'Think about how to apply it creatively, how to solve real problems with it, how to collaborate with it. One of your first reactions to any challenge should be 'How can I use AI to help me here?'' Advertisement 5 According to a study by KPMG and the University of Melbourne, 4 in 5 students use AI regularly in their studies. Supatman – Hoffman isn't the only one at his level who is optimistic about AI's influence on the workforce — other high-level tech execs offered similar thoughts about the future landscape of the job market. 5 On June 17, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy shared company-wide updates about the tech giant's use of AI. REUTERS Amazon CEO Andy Jassy shared that the implementation of generative AI will likely 'reduce' the company's corporate workforce. Advertisement AI 'should change the way our work is done,' wrote Jassy in a memo distributed to employees and posted publicly. 'Those who embrace this change, become conversant in AI, help us build and improve our AI capabilities internally and deliver for customers, will be well-positioned to have high impact and help us reinvent the company,' he added. 5 AI is being implemented into numerous industries and products, ranging from websites to cars, as seen at this Tesla showcase. JEANNE ACCORSINI/SIPA/Shutterstock Overall, the message coming from industry leaders is that being adaptive and willing to incorporate AI into current professional practices is the real key to being well-positioned for the future job market — but this idea is being obscured under encouraging niceties that are fed to Gen-Z. Advertisement 'Whilst they may be at an advantage with their AI skills more so than previous generations, they will still need the practical, world-wise experience to flush out any AI inconsistencies and errors that older workers will possess,' Keith Arundale, a visiting fellow at the UK's Henley Business School, told Newsweek. 'Comfort without mastery can backfire. Gen Z's early exposure is an advantage, but it isn't a golden ticket,' agreed Fabian Stephany, assistant professor for AI and Work at the University of Oxford, in an interview with Newsweek. 5 Anthropic is the AI company, co-founded by Dario Amodei, responsible for the popular large language model (LLM) AI chatbot, Claude. AP Despite the positive packaging that this potential employment crisis tends to be wrapped up in, some top tech figures remain skeptical. Automation and increased usage of AI by large companies is 'going to happen in a small amount of time — as little as a couple of years or less,' Dario Amodei, CEO of AI company Anthropic, told Axios. 'We, as the producers of this technology, have a duty and an obligation to be honest about what is coming. I don't think this is on people's radar,' Amodei continued. In reality, Gen-Z isn't necessarily better equipped to handle the demands of modern-day jobs just because of a generational familiarity with AI. They still need soft skills and the social abilities to properly navigate dilemmas that professional environments often pose — employers and industry leaders just tend to leave that part out.
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Why Gen Z Is 'Enormously Attractive' to Employers
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. There have long been concerns about Generation Z and their attitudes towards work. However, according to LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, Gen Z is "attractive" to employers for one key reason—they are "Generation AI." "You are generation AI. You are AI native. So, bringing the fact that you have AI in your tool set is one of the things that makes you enormously attractive," Hoffman said. Why It Matters Gen Z has quickly developed somewhat of a negative reputation in the workforce. A poll conducted by Redfield & Wilton Strategies for Newsweek last year found that 40 percent of U.S. adults said their Gen Z colleagues to be difficult to work with, and recent research found that Gen Z are likely to stretch the truth in job interviews. And the generation's entry into the workforce has come in tandem with the so-called "AI revolution." According to a recent study from KPMG, 66 percent of people regular use artificial intelligence (AI), and 83 percent believe AI will result in benefits. What To Know It's no secret that Gen Z grew up on technology, with smartphones often having been integrated into their life from an early age. As a result, they're more tech-savvy than other generations. Hoffman highlighted this in his LinkedIn post, writing "You were born into this shift. You're native to these tools in a way that older generations aren't. Lean into it. Teach others." Newsweek spoke to Dr. Fabian Stephany, an assistant professor for AI and Work at the University of Oxford, about how AI impacts job prospects for Gen Z. He shared with Newsweek some of the findings from his own research team, the Skill Scale Project. Stephany told Newsweek, citing research published in ScienceDirect, that "across all age groups, workers who can integrate generative AI into day-to-day tasks enjoy 23 percent higher wages on average, and they're roughly twice as likely to be offered perks such as paid parental leave." Dr. Keith Arundale of the Henley Business School in the United Kingdom told Newsweek via email that "AI is going to be ubiquitous." "Venture capitalists love it because it is disruptive—it is disrupting all sorts of sectors: healthcare, education, legal etc. and it has the ability to see massive growth and get the huge returns that VC want," Arundale said. And he has noticed it among his students, telling Newsweek they are "using AI very effectively in their assignments, to research and explore ideas," though he noted that they do not use it to write their essays for them. He said that in his school, they see AI as "essential training," for the future career of young people. "AI will stand them in very good stead," he said. However, this tech is not without its issues. Stephany told Newsweek that according to his team's data, Gen Z are the "heaviest chatbot users." "Our 2024 UK data show 30 percent of Gen Z (under 30) use a chatbot at least weekly versus 15 percent of the overall workforce," however, the skill set among these users varies wildly, with only 45 percent scoring highly on AI literacy, according to Stephany and the team's data. And according to Keri Mesropov, founder of Spring Talent Development, the AI story is not simple. "AI is only as powerful as the questions it is asked. And the durable human skills needed to reveal its true value including critical thinking, emotional intelligence, communication and nuanced problem-solving, are precisely the area in which many young professionals are still developing," she told Newsweek via email. Mesropov also noted that training matters. "Gen Zers who receive AI training and soft skill development will absolutely have a competitive edge." However, "we can't leave them to figure it out alone," Mesropov said. "Digital native" doesn't automatically mean "AI fluent." Photo-illustration by Newsweek/Getty/Canva What People Are Saying Dr. Keith Arundale of the Henley Business School in the United Kingdom told Newsweek via email: "Whilst they may be at an advantage with their AI skills more so than previous generations they will still need the practical, world-wise experience to flush out any AI inconsistencies and errors that older workers will posses." What Happens Next? So, what's next for Gen Z and AI? "Gen Z grads who blend domain savvy with AI fluency will carve out roles that didn't exist five years ago—prompt engineer, model auditor, workflow orchestrator. The bar is rising, but so are the opportunities for those who invest in deeper competence," Stephany told Newsweek. He added: "Comfort without mastery can backfire. Gen Z's early exposure is an advantage, but it isn't a golden ticket."
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Redburn Atlantic Initiates Broadcom (AVGO) at Buy With $301 Target, Citing AI Growth Potential
We recently published a list of . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) stands against other AI stocks on latest news and ratings. On May 28, Redburn-Atlantic began coverage on Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO) with a 'Buy' rating and set a price target of $301. Broadcom is a technology company uniquely positioned in the AI revolution owing to its custom chip offerings and networking assets. Redburn analyst Mike Harrison highlighted Broadcom as a leading ASIC co-partner with a strong customer pipeline. The company boasts a noteworthy presence in AI data centers, with the recent acquisition of VMware seen as a strategic move that strengthens its offerings in cloud and AI-related services. It also boosts its position in the private cloud market, particularly for Generation AI technologies. A technician working at a magnified microscope, developing a new integrated circuit. The firm forecasts Broadcom's revenue to be 6% above consensus estimates, driven by the company's strong market positioning and anticipated growth in the coming years. The company has demonstrated an impressive 40.3% revenue growth in the past twelve months and impressive gross profit margins of 76.3%. Overall, the firm views significant upside potential for Broadcom's stock. 'Broadcom is arguably the pre-eminent ASICs co-partner with a strong pipeline of future customers.' Overall, AVGO ranks 5th on our list of AI stocks on latest news and ratings. While we acknowledge the potential of AVGO as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than AVGO and that has 100x upside potential, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock. READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
