Many recent college graduates are struggling to get their foot in the door in the workforce, as economic uncertainty, a tight job market and growing AI adoption have many employers hitting the brakes on hiring, especially for entry-level roles.
College students worried about their career prospects in a workforce being transformed by AI should focus on developing skills that’ll endure through such an upheaval, says Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky. He recently shared some advice for college students navigating this challenge today.
“People should study things they’re interested in, and they should develop skills they’ll always need,” Chesky said in an interview with ABC News last week. “You’re always going to need to learn how to solve problems. You’re always going to need to learn to develop leadership skills in most positions, so start a club, do something. You’re going to always need to learn to think critically and communicate very clearly.”
While AI is poised to transform much of how we work, Chesky thinks “some things will never change.”
“People are going to want connection, people are going to still want relationships. Leadership is still going to matter,” he said.
