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What Are AI Natives — And How Do They Stand Out in a Tight Job Market?

What Are AI Natives — And How Do They Stand Out in a Tight Job Market?

Update: 2025-10-15

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How are early-career workers with AI skills setting themselves apart in today's competitive job market? In this episode of Work Week, Dr. Gabby Burlacu explores how AI natives are commanding premium pay, landing promotions faster, and reshaping what employers value. Based on data from Upwork's Future Workforce Index and external industry research, the episode highlights why companies are struggling to hire AI talent, how freelancers are pulling ahead of full-time employees in AI fluency, and what business leaders and workers alike can do to thrive in this new landscape.

Whether you're building teams or building your career, this episode shows how to make AI your competitive advantage.

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What Are AI Natives — And How Do They Stand Out in a Tight Job Market?

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