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Shachar Meir

The Data Professionals AI Will Struggle to Replace

Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader,

Are you worried your job might not exist in a few years?
That AI could do what you do just as well?

Many data professionals are.

I believe there are two types of data professionals in the market today:

  1. Those who take requirements, execute them, and wait for the next request
  2. Those who ask questions, challenge assumptions, bring perspective, and spot opportunities before anyone asks for them

Which group do you think AI will struggle to replace?

The biggest risk isn't AI.
It's becoming the kind of professional who is easy to automate.

The people who will thrive in the next decade won't just analyse data.
They'll influence decisions, identify opportunities, and create value where others don't see it yet.

That's the mindset shift I spoke about at the Data Science Festival last month (with real examples).
If you're wondering how to stay relevant and valuable in the age of AI, I think you'll find this perspective useful.

Watch the full talk here 👇

Most Data Professionals Are Preparing for the Wrong Future Most Data Professionals Are Preparing for the Wrong Future [45:43]
There's one type of data professionals who will survive the AI revolution

Have a great weekend!

Regards,
Shachar

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