The 2024 annual work trends report released by Microsoft and LinkedIn shows that employers' preferences are shifting towards candidates with AI skills rather than those with extensive industry experience. 71% of corporate executives are inclined to hire job seekers with AI capabilities, but only 25% of companies plan to offer AI training, leading to 75% of knowledge workers learning AI tools on their own. With work pressure intensifying, 46% of employees consider resigning, and 45% worry that AI will replace their jobs. AI is reshaping the workplace, requiring professionals to actively learn and adapt.

An AI job seeking tool named LinkedIn_AIHawk has emerged in the competitive job market. This open-source tool claims to automatically apply for 1000 job positions within 24 hours and secure 50 interview opportunities with high efficiency. AIHawk is multifunctional, automatically scanning and submitting job applications that match the user's criteria while utilizing large language models to generate personalized resumes and answer employer questions. It manages personal information through YAML files to ensure data security and integrates with the OpenAI API.

LinkedIn has recently introduced a series of new AI features designed to help users more easily search for jobs, customize resumes, and even receive advice from an AI chatbot. These new features will be initially available to premium subscribers who use English globally.

In 2024, LinkedIn COO Dan Shapero believes that artificial intelligence will significantly enhance our daily lives. LinkedIn will focus on integrating AI with job searching to help users leverage AI more effectively in their job-seeking activities. Shapero emphasizes the importance of employee well-being and stability in light of global conflicts and talent loss among companies. AI will be a key driver of future innovation and convenience in life, but it requires responsible, ethical, and fair application.

LinkedIn's report shows that discussions about generative AI in the professional services sector are nearly double those in the tech industry. Global attention towards AI increased by 70% from December 2022 to September 2023. The demand for AI-related jobs has risen across various sectors, helping to address gender and racial inequality issues. Attention towards AI and related jobs in seven major economies grew by 12%, with application numbers increasing by 11%.

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ChatGPT has driven a 21-fold increase in the number of English job postings globally related to AI technologies such as GPT or ChatGPT. 92% of decision-makers in the United States believe that interpersonal skills will become increasingly important. LinkedIn users generally identify themselves as having AI skills, particularly users from Singapore, Finland, Ireland, India, and Canada.