Every time a new AI model launches with even more autonomous abilities, the same question pops up around the web: "Is AI going to replace my job?" And while big tech is walking back statements about AI causing mass layoffs, it's still an understandable concern. AI can write emails, summarize meetings, analyze data and generate content in seconds. AI automation and layoffs certainly don't help ease those fears.But after spending the past few years testing AI tools for work, I've come to a different conclusion.The people who thrive in the AI era won't necessarily be the ones who know the most about artificial intelligence. They'll be the ones who know how to adapt, identify their strengths and continuously learn.Ironically, AI itself can help with that process.Whenever someone asks me how to stay relevant in a workplace increasingly shaped by AI, I don't tell them to become a prompt engineer or learn machine learning. Instead, I recommend starting with these seven prompts.1. Find out which of your skills are becoming more valuable
(Image credit: djile / Shutterstock)Prompt: "Based on my current role as [job title], which of my skills are becoming more valuable because of AI, and which are becoming less valuable?"One of the biggest mistakes people make is assuming every skill is equally vulnerable to automation.Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.In reality, AI often increases the value of skills like communication, critical thinking, leadership, relationship building and creative problem-solving. Understanding where your strengths fit into that equation can help you focus your efforts where they matter most.You can even upload your resume with this prompt for even better refinement.2. Discover your human advantagePrompt: "Looking at my experience, background and skills, what advantages do I have that AI is unlikely to replicate in the next 10 years?"This prompt often produces surprisingly insightful results. While AI can generate information, it can't replicate your lived experiences, professional relationships, industry expertise or unique perspective. Identifying those advantages can help you lean into the things that make you difficult to replace. Be sure to add skills that might not be on your resume such as hobbies and talents.3. Identify the next skill you should learnPrompt: "What higher-value skills are adjacent to my current role that I could realistically learn within the next 12 months?"Most career growth doesn't come from completely reinventing yourself. But it does often come from expanding into related areas. A writer might learn analytics. A marketer might learn automation. A project manager might learn data visualization.The goal is to become more versatile, not start over completely.4. Create a 90-day upskilling plan
