Much of the narrative being said about AI is about displacement. That is a real concern but it’s also the wrong story for this moment.

What’s getting far less traction is what should be viewed as the most consequential: the greatest transfer of capability from corporations to individuals since the personal computer. Yet, the individuals best positioned to maximize it aren’t the ones being celebrated. In many cases, they are being shown the door. This article covers the opportunity in front of individuals, small teams, and especially Gen X.

The official unemployment rate for workers 45-64 sits around 3%. What it doesn't count would change everything you think you know about the job market. This is what the headline leaves out and why the gap between the data and your lived experience is real, measurable, and not your imagination.