The Tech Worker Dilemma

The tech worker dilemma of 2025 reveals a paradox where job postings are abundant, but callbacks are scarce, and those who secure positions are often automating their own roles. The rise of AI agents, which handle tasks from customer feedback synthesis to data analysis, threatens to make many product management roles obsolete. While some PM positions are increasing, the underlying trend is the automation of routine tasks, leading to a shift in required skills. The dilemma lies in the simultaneous need for human judgment and creativity, as well as the increasing reliance on AI for efficiency. The challenge for tech workers is to evolve by focusing on strategic, human-centric skills and relationships, while navigating the transition from being job creators to job trainers for AI systems.