Not programming, this is the skill that will determine the future of the AI era

Contrary to popular belief that you need a degree in machine learning or engineering to succeed in the near future, Amazon Web Services (AWS) CEO Matt Garman insists that the most important thing is to practice “soft skills” such as creativity and adaptability.

Sharing with CNBC , Garman said he advised his son - a high school student preparing for college - to develop critical thinking skills regardless of his major.

“I think part of college is building critical thinking. It’s not just about learning a particular skill, it’s about learning how to be a thoughtful person. In some ways, that’s going to be the most important skill of the future,” he said.

AWS CEO Matt Garman believes critical thinking is the number one skill in the AI era. Photo: Axios

According to Garman, in the age of AI, critical thinking will be the number one key to success. “You will need to be creative, critical thinker and flexible. The ability to learn new things and adapt will be as important as any technical skill,” he emphasized.

The list of jobs and skills that AI could replace is growing. Even Amazon — where Garman works — has announced plans to cut back on office staff and put more AI tools to work.

However, studies show that AI is unlikely to replace human intelligence in generating new ideas or making sophisticated judgments.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman once commented at Howard University in 2024: “AI can generate a lot of good ideas, but it still takes humans to figure out what people really want.”

Critical thinking skills can be practiced anywhere. Workers can improve their skills through daily habits like playing strategy games or asking more questions.

Several free online courses also help improve critical thinking and communication skills.

Once you've mastered this skill, you can demonstrate it to employers by giving examples of difficult problems you've solved, or asking insightful questions that demonstrate curiosity and communication skills, according to LinkedIn expert Andrew McCaskill.

In addition to critical thinking, Garman also emphasized two other important soft skills: the ability to adapt to new technology, especially AI, and effective communication.

Studies show that humans still outperform AI in communication thanks to their ability to read body language, demonstrate empathy and emotional intelligence, listen actively, and respond thoughtfully.

“These skills are important today and will be even more important in the future,” Garman asserts.

According to LinkedIn's February 2024 report, as AI gradually replaces administrative jobs, employers are looking for candidates who can adapt quickly to technological changes.

While AI is good at many tasks, Garman said most customers “still want to talk to a human” for personal attention and perspective. These skills “will continue to be incredibly important for a long time to come,” he said.

(According to CNBC)

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