Is Your Job Future-Proof?

The video explores how technological advancements have rendered many jobs obsolete, such as milkmen and switchboard operators, while creating new roles like mobile app developers. Automation is transforming various sectors, including manufacturing, agriculture, and clerical work. However, jobs in emerging industries like genetics and robotics, as well as roles requiring human interaction, remain relatively safe. The video emphasizes the importance of adapting to technological changes by learning new skills to stay relevant in the job market.

Which historical figure predicted that machines could perform human labor?

• John Henry

• Aristotle

• John Maynard Keynes

• Luddites

What is the main argument of economists regarding technology's impact on jobs?

• Technology only affects blue-collar jobs.

• Technology has no impact on jobs.

• Technology creates more jobs than it destroys.

• Technology eliminates jobs completely.

Which of the following jobs is NOT mentioned as being replaced by automation?

• Purchasing agents

• Switchboard operators

• Plumbers

• Insurance underwriters

What is a key characteristic of jobs that are less likely to be automated?

• Low skill requirement

• High physical demand

• High level of unpredictability

• Repetitive tasks

Which industry is mentioned as having strong growth and being less threatened by automation?

• Textile manufacturing

• Social media marketing

• Telemarketing

• Switchboard operation

Why are trades like plumbing considered fairly protected from automation?

• They are not technologically advanced.

• They require high physical strength.

• They involve unpredictable tasks.

• They are low-paying jobs.

What is a suggested strategy to protect oneself from job loss due to automation?

• Avoid learning new skills.

• Ignore technological advancements.

• Focus on interpersonal skills and adaptability.

• Stick to traditional job roles.