The Future of Work
Vocabulary
Reach each word out loud.
mundane
/mʌnˈdeɪn/
adjective
boring or repetitive; lacking in interest
Example:
The work I do everyday is so mundane, I think it's time to find a new job.
automation
/ˌɔ təˈmeɪ ʃən/
noun
the method of controlling processes by automatic means; making something fully automatic
Example:
Automation has increased production and quality control in the auto industry.
regulation
/ˌɹɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
noun
official rule that controls how something is done
Example:
The new regulation requires all drivers to wear seat belts at all times.
stability
/stəˈbɪlɪti/
noun
quality of not being easily moved or changed
Example:
The bridge was built to ensure the stability of traffic during storms.
transition
/tɹænˈzɪʃən/
noun
a gradual change from one condition to another
Example:
The transition from summer to autumn brings beautiful changes in the leaves.
Story
Read the story out loud or play the audio and follow along.
Audio generated by AI
The Future of Work
When I think about the future of work, I see both opportunities and risks. Automation and artificial intelligence (AI) are already transforming jobs, for better or worse. Some roles have disappeared, while others have appeared in fields we couldn’t have imagined a decade ago. While it is nice to see a rise in new roles and career opportunities, the amount of opportunities lost increasingly outweighs them with each passing day.
I once believed a career was a lifelong path, but now it feels more like a series of transitions. In order to stay employed, people must constantly learn new skills to remain relevant and competitive. The idea of stability feels as though it is fading. How much longer do we have before we can no longer compete?
Of course, not everyone is affected equally. High-skilled workers may find exciting chances, while others face unemployment and uncertainty. Governments and companies have a responsibility to support workers through these changes. More regulations are needed to protect workers from the ever increasing automation of our everyday work.
I try to stay optimistic and think of all the ways AI and automation can help improve our lives. I imagine a world where technology frees people from mundane work tasks and instead gives them time for exploring their creativity. Whether that vision becomes reality heavily depends on the choices we make today.
Advertisement
Written by:
Thomas
Lesson updated:
6 de novembro de 2025