How to upskill using AI

There’s been a lot of talk about AI taking people’s jobs. (Although, World Economic Forum data suggests AI will create millions more jobs than it displaces.[i]) But whether your job is at high risk of AI automation or the risk of you being replaced by bots is low, one thing is certain: this is the age of continual learning. We must all become lifelong learners, constantly upskilling to keep pace with emerging technologies and tools. Otherwise we risk being left behind.

The good news is AI can help with this upskilling journey… 

AI is a learner’s best friend

New AI-enhanced learning platforms make learning easier than ever. Developments like personalised learning mean that AI tools can understand each learner’s skills and learning style, and then tailor content accordingly. Plus, adaptive learning systems can adapt training modules on the fly, based on the learner’s progress and performance. All of which helps to make learning more effective, personal and engaging. 

Many of today’s learning platforms also come with ‘AI tutors’ – basically, chatbots that can provide real-time support, quizzes and feedback across the learning journey. This means that people can learn when it suits them, while still accessing on-demand assistance. 

For employers, AI tools can also conduct skills gap analyses, assessing the workforce’s existing skills and forecasting future skills demand. The company can then focus learning and development programmes on the skills that will matter most in future. 

Where to start

If you want to start upskilling with AI, these tools and platforms are a good starting point: 

• LinkedIn Learning. Kind of like a careers advisor, LinkedIn Learning will guide you on the skills needed to further your career, and recommend courses based on career goals and wider job trends. 
• Generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude. While these are best known as chatbots, they can actually be pretty useful for upskilling. For example, they can act as learning companions, helping to pull research materials and summarise lengthy content into easily digestible points. 
• MOOCs like Udacity and Coursera. These ‘massive open online course’ providers offer modules in a wide range of fields, from project management to AI and data science. 
   
   

In short, AI is a powerful tool for any professional who wants to stay relevant. But for companies looking to upskill their workforce, AI learning platforms aren’t enough. You also need access to the best tech talent, as and when you need it. That’s where Roc Search comes in. As a leading AI recruitment agency, we can help you source top AI talent. Find out more.