The layoff wave and how we can move past the fear

Many people have told me that being part of Gen Z comes with advantages we have time, energy, and plenty of opportunities to shape our careers in the AI era. And I do feel lucky to have grown up with technology, to have had early exposure and opportunities to learn and explore it.

But the AI era feels different. The shift is not only new, it’s happening at lightning speed. Before I’ve even fully adapted to working with AI, we’re already seeing waves of layoffs where human roles are being replaced or reshaped by AI systems. And honestly, that creates uncertainty and anxiety not just for me, but for many people around us.

We’re competing not only with our peers but also with younger generations who may grow up with even more advanced technology than we had.

But this is exactly the moment when we need to slow down, breathe, and see this change as an opportunity to:

• Learn how to think and work alongside AI

• Use our personal strengths while collaborating with AI tools

• Keep learning and expanding our knowledge about AI

• Connect with communities to share experiences and grow together

• Redefine ourselves and the kind of work we truly want to pursue

Do you feel worried about the current wave of layoffs?
How do you see this shift?
And what are you doing to turn fear into opportunity?