
02 December 2025
When AI Meets the Trades: Why Young Workers Are Choosing Skilled Careers
Everything Startups with XIFAQ
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As AI and automation reshape the job market, young workers in Britain are making an unexpected move away from traditional white-collar jobs and into skilled trades like plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work.
In this episode, we explore:
• Why fear of AI job loss is driving this shift
• How vocational training is rising as university enrollment declines
• What this means for startups, founders, and the future workforce
• The surprising opportunities emerging for innovators and entrepreneurs
A must-listen for anyone thinking about the future of work, career strategy, or how AI is rewriting global talent trends.
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