Congratulations, you're a manager now! But there's no promotion — or a raise
Workers are now spending their time managing AI agents, supervising their work, and fixing mistakes. Many aren't getting manager promotions or raises.
For many professionals, AI has transformed their work from creating to managing technology. Rather than dedicating time to their craft, they now spend it supervising AI agents that perform tasks autonomously. These agents demand expectations, revisions, and intervention when things go awry. In some cases, professionals manage a steady stream of AI-generated work, reviewing the output and ensuring its quality.
This shift has led to a new kind of workplace flex, with individuals finding satisfaction in ruling over AI. However, not everyone has asked for this managerial role. Software engineers who pursued advanced tracks often found themselves managing AI systems, which can be more complicated than managing people. This managerial work requires extensive setup, constant monitoring, and decision-making on reruns and finishing jobs.
While some view this as part of their role as software engineers, others feel unprepared for managing AI. The shift extends beyond tech professionals, with marketers also spending significant time supervising AI agents. Regardless of their role, the need to manage AI agents has become an unavoidable skill in today's workforce.
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