LinkedIn’s CEO, Ryan Roslansky, recently addressed the platform’s AI writing assistant during an interview with Bloomberg. He expressed surprise at its lukewarm reception, stating, “It’s not as popular as I thought it would be, quite frankly.” According to LinkedIn, we’re currently experiencing an AI-related job boom not seen since the past two decades. Not surprisingly, thousands of users are already adding AI abilities to their profiles.
Indeed, within just the past year, LinkedIn has documented a phenomenal six times increase in job listings that necessitate AI-related competencies. Furthermore, the number of users who have integrated AI functionalities into their profiles has increased 20x. These trends indicate a growing recognition of AI’s importance to the future workforce. The response to their writing assistant feature has fallen flat.
Roslansky’s remarks underscore how difficult it can be to steer through digital challenges. He pointed out the difference of social media call out culture within professional networks as opposed to social media. “If you’re getting called out on X or TikTok, that’s one thing,” he said. “When you’re getting called out on LinkedIn, it really impacts your ability to create economic opportunity for yourself.” This difference highlights just how much professional reputation matters in today’s highly competitive labor market.
Beyond explaining how the new AI assistant will work, Roslansky shared some advice on how people can “AI-proof” their jobs. He underscored the need for keeping pace with technology and staying ahead in a changing job market. One thing’s for sure: AI technology is already changing our industries and society every day. He challenged practitioners to acquire skills that enrich and expand their domain of knowledge.
Roslansky shared a personal anecdote about his use of AI tools, stating, “Every time, before I send him an email, I hit the Copilot button to make sure that I sound Satya-smart.” This quote goes to show how even the most veteran of executives are using AI tools to maximize their effectiveness as communicators.
The discourse around AI on LinkedIn are a window into seismic shifts taking place in the labor market. Beyond these areas, they cover the need for lifelong learning. Businesses are more clearly looking for candidates who can demonstrate AI-wide mastery. Professionals should unilaterally be proactive about demonstrating their applicable skill sets and, more generally, evolving with new technologies.
