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Left in the dark | If leaders want staff to embrace AI, they need to explain their plans better

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Headlines like “AI is coming for your jobs” are always going to grab attention. They're also the reason why 85% of British workers now believe it’s true, according to new research by HR platform HiBob. But that figure doesn’t match the reality.

The same data shows that AI isn’t wiping out entry-level jobs, but reshaping them. HR leaders say it’s reducing admin, enhancing training, and creating opportunities for graduates to move into more advanced roles earlier. So why the disconnect? Why do so many people still feel threatened?

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