Observed Signal · Apr 28, 2023 · Survey · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
More Firms Demand ChatGPT Skills
An OnlineMarketing.de piece reports a growing push for ChatGPT expertise in hiring, arguing that AI is more than hype and ChatGPT is currently the leading AI tool used across industries. It notes that after Excel and Word, ChatGPT proficiency could become a core job criterion, with discussions of certification that universally validates such skills. A Resume Builder survey found 90% of companies seek candidates with ChatGPT experience, and Stacie Haller (Chief Career Advisor at Resume Builder) predicts a broadly accepted certification. While HR leaders worry about bias and accuracy, they see potential for using AI for routine tasks like drafting job descriptions. The article also cites Goldman Sachs’ study estimating about 300 million jobs at risk globally due to AI, and atlasVPN finding 42% of 17,000 workers fear AI will replace jobs. Demand for ChatGPT skills spans software development (58%), customer service (33%), HR (32%), marketing (31%), data entry (28%), and sales/finance (23%).
Moderate industry impact: highlights rising demand for AI/chatbot skills in hiring and potential job disruption, but not platform-level or earnings news.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- 90% of companies seek candidates with ChatGPT experience (Resume Builder survey).
- Stacie Haller, Chief Career Advisor at Resume Builder, predicts a universal certification for ChatGPT skills.
- Atlas VPN global survey of 17,000 workers finds 42% fear AI will replace jobs.
- Demand for ChatGPT skills by area: 58% software development, 33% customer service, 32% HR, 31% marketing, 28% data entry, 23% sales & finance.
- Goldman Sachs study estimates about 300 million jobs worldwide could be at risk due to AI.
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