Let's start by making it clear that Artificial Intelligence will not "kill" professions at all: will sweep away the “trivial” versions of those professions.
If you don't learn to use it, you will be replaced by whoever he uses it better than you.
Regardless of this fact in Freedom Project we believe — that even if you love your job — today is smart build at least a plan BI think it's important to point out, however, that the principles of our philosophy don't simply contemplate making money to buy more material goods, but rather to build a situation of prosperity, abundance, and awareness that protects us from external events and therefore allows us to live in complete serenity.
We believe that one of the fundamental aspects in this life is have energy and time to dedicate to what you love, to what resonates with your being. Otherwise, what are we here for? 😉
But now follow me because I will explain to you which jobs are at risk with the advent of AI.
📑 INDEX
🔎 Why some professions are becoming less popular
Whenever a breakthrough technology arrives, jobs don't disappear altogether: the routine and replicable versions of those jobs—the most repetitive and standardized parts—dwindle. Manual or mechanical tasks are absorbed by machines; mental and repetitive ones are absorbed by software. Those who don't adapt or reject change could find themselves in a very difficult situation.
It has already happened many times:
Gutenberg Press (1450–1455) → Monastery copyists didn't disappear overnight, but the work of copying texts became marginal. Publishing was born, and proofreaders, editors, and authors were needed.
Industrial Revolution (1760–1840) → Hand weavers can't keep up with the performance achieved by machines. But new professions are emerging: mechanics, foremen, logistics.
Electricity and the assembly line (early 1900s; Ford 1913) → the generalist craftsman gives way to mass production; those who have retained a role are those who design, organize, and control quality.
PCs and spreadsheets (1979–1985) → The number of manual typists and accountants is decreasing; the demand for analysts, controllers, and consultants is growing.
Internet & smartphones (1990s–2007/2008) → Travel, music, and photography are changing: the "passive intermediary" is losing ground; platforms and experience creators are gaining ground.
Two famous lessons:
Kodak (digital camera prototyped in 1975; crisis and bankruptcy 2012)He had seen digital photography before anyone else, but he protected the old film model. The result? The market continued to decline, and the company had to close its doors.
Blockbuster (peak early 2000s; streaming since 2007; bankruptcy 2010): It dominated home video, but it slowed down in streaming while Netflix did the exact opposite. Customers chose convenience and on-demand.
The moral is always the same: technology doesn't ask for permission. It changes people's habits (how they take photos, how they watch movies, how they book travel), and therefore changes the value required of professionals. Those who remain stuck in "the way things have always been done" are overtaken by those who embrace new tools and shift their value to what machines aren't good at: choice, responsibility, creativity, relationships, strategy.
Today with AI the same thing happens, but faster:
everything that is routine (compiling, summarizing, transcribing, searching, layout) is automated;
The most valuable professional remains the one who makes good decisions, makes sense of data, aligns tools with the client's objectives, and takes responsibility for the outcome.
Golden rule: Don't defend the task, elevate your function. Go from "clicking" to designing, from "executing steps" to ensuring outcomes.
Guiding questions to help you adapt to evolution (to keep on your desk):
What part of my work is pure repetition? → Automate it.
Where can I create more human value? → strategy, relationships, creativity, ethics.
What new skill am I adding this month? → One tool at a time, but used well.
In the rest of the article, we'll look at how to level up your career (next chapter) and why—even if you love your job—it's smart to create extra income and diversify: that way, you can live peacefully today and free tomorrow.
1️⃣ Five jobs already at risk (and how to stay up to date)
Quick preface: when I write IA I intend Artificial intelligence—software that "learns from data" and automates tasks. No big-eyed robots: we're talking about concrete tools you can use too. 🙂
1) “Standard” accountants 🧾
Why at risk
Today accounts, records and declarations travel between banks, electronic invoices and tax portalsAI connects the dots and fills in automatically. If your job is just "putting numbers in boxes," the software does it faster (and doesn't ask for vacation 😅).
How to stay ahead
Become a guide, not just a compiler: tax planning, management control, draw up scenarios “what happens if I do X?”.
Transform data into actionable choices: create simple dashboards (3–5 key indicators) and explain them to the customer in a clear and easy-to-understand way, not in “Balance-speak”.
Prevention is better than cure: organize quarterly checks, alerts on margins, VAT, and cash flow. Being able to anticipate certain scenarios is worth its weight in gold.
Clear packages: “Start / Growth / Pro” with expected results and meeting frequency.
Customer training: half an hour a month to explain how to read numbersA customer who understands… stays.
2) Junior programmers 👨💻
Why at risk
There are now code writing assistants (software “copilot” type) and platforms that allow you to create applications without actually planning They reduce time and complexity. If you only write standard functions, those who know will outdo you. design And secure systems.
How to stay ahead
Architecture before code: design flows, modules, integrations. The "why" makes you valuable.
Safety as a habit: credential management, permissions, automated testing, backups. Few do it well.
Integrate AI: learn to use them at least, to give clear instructions, to check the output and to test it.
DocumentsREADME, user guide, "how to deploy" (and put it online). Those who maintain projects... always have work.
Showcase project: A real “before/after” app (without AI → with AI). It shows time savings and quality.
3) “Generic” graphs 🎨
Why at risk
AI graphics tools generate images, logos, social posts in just a few clicks. If you are only good at creating beautiful graphics without being a good communicator and without having a design expertise (message, consistency, brand), the customer might think: “I'll do it with an app”.
How to stay ahead
Think like a creative director: message, audience, tone, palette, consistency across all channels.
Brand system: not a logo, but rules of use, layout, examples. The customer buys the value that you are able to produce.
AI as an extension: use tools to explore variations, but you choose what works and why.
Storyboard and short copy: connect images to words (title, payoff, call to action).
“Campaign Ready” Package: create templates, post sequences, guidelines for internal team, etc.
4) Basic Video Maker 🎬
Why at risk
AI-powered video platforms edit clips, subtitles, and dubbing automaticallyIf your job is cut-and-sew, it replaces a click. It makes the difference. the story what you tell and your ability to make it reach people's hearts.
How to stay ahead
Visual storytelling: goal, target, turning point, ending. Without a story, video is just music and transitions.
Formats that convert: hook (initial hook), rhythm, right duration for the platform.
Simple but thoughtful direction: framing, lighting, sound; AI helps, but the human eye makes the final decision.
Editorial plan: thematic series, episodes, monthly schedule. The customer buys continuity, not a video.
Results Report: views, engagement, shares. “This scene kept the 20% longer” = value.
5) Customer service operators 📞
Why at risk
Virtual assistants (chat and voice) manage the80% of repetitive questions accurately and politely (even at 3 a.m.). If you always answer the same three things, they'll replace you.
How to stay ahead
Specializing in complex situations: difficult complaints, technical problems, sensitive cases.
Become a flow designer: write bot questions/answers, tone of voice, rules of escalation (when it passes to a human).
Measurable empathy: listening, reformulating, proposing. If you can only say "I'm sorry for the inconvenience" without being able to propose solutions it is of little use.
Quality of service: measures response times, first contact resolution, satisfaction.
Ethical upsellWhen it's really necessary, offer the right product with tact. The customer will sense your respect.
Mini-checklist (same for everyone)
Week 1: you choose a tool with AI of your industry and automate Three repetitive tasks.
Week 2: designs an advanced use case (more value, less boredom).
Week 3: create a “before/after” collection with times and results.
Week 4: propose a pilot project to the head/client (goal, metrics, timeline).
Service note: AI does not steal jobs from those who thinks And decide; only replaces the mere execution activities. If you put your head and heart into your job, AI becomes a important ally.
👀 Ten more professions on the path to automation
“Basic” translators 🌍 → The following remain technical/literary (cultural adaptation).
Data entry / archivists 🗂️ → Flows, OCR, APIs replace them.
Travel Agents 🧳 → Survives the experiential tailor-made.
Generalist SEO Copywriters ✍️ → Remain recognizable tone, strategy, narrative.
Outbound call center 📞 → Voice automation for standard proposals.
“Old school” insurance brokers 🧑💼 → Need personalized consultancy and legal/tax protection.
Cashiers/Retail Associates 🛒 → Self-checkout and smart payments.
Prof “explanation” 📚 → Winner educational coach + AI tutor.
Junior paralegals/lawyers ⚖️ → Stay strategy, negotiation, litigation.
Junior Financial Analysts 📊 → Humans Decide direction and relationship with customers.
💸 Why You Still Need to Diversify (Even If You Love Your Job)
You can love what you do, but if you depend on a single income You have a major weakness. Recent history reminds us that when the world suddenly changes, those who have a single tap risks running dry. Diversification means prepare for the “but what ifs…”: not for fear that something might always happen, but for serenity.
Some concrete examples (that we have experienced first-hand):
2020 – Covid-19 😷
Lockdown, businesses closed, trade fairs and tourism at a standstill. Restaurants, sports, culture... everything is on hold.
Who lived only on salary or local turnover he found himself without income for months.
Who had income arising from activities online or of the income It certainly held up better to the impact.2008 – Global financial crisis
A major American bank fails (September 2008) and credit is frozen.
Companies in difficulty, construction sites stopped, jobs cut.
Without security fund And alternative plan, your family is at risk of going into “apnea”.2011 – Debt crisis in Europe
In Italy, the spread (the difference between interest paid by the government and that paid by Germany) has soared above 500.
Translation: to lend money It costs families and businesses more, banks are tightening, the economy is slowing down.
Who had everything in one country only or in a single currency he felt the pressure.2022 – Energy shock and inflation
Gas and electricity prices skyrocket, doubled bills; the shopping cart weighs 15–20% more.
If all your income is fixed and your costs they explode, the numbers don't add up.
Creating yourself some extra income Not only do you increase your purchasing power but you also have the concrete possibility of learning how to protect it 😉 In this regard, I strongly recommend you read my article: GOLD: FROM ANCIENT HISTORY TO ITS IMPORTANCE IN THE MODERN WORLD2000–2002 – The bursting of the “tech” bubble
Layoffs in IT, frozen projects, internships and project-based contracts replacing the traditional permanent contracts.
Those who had trained only in one sector struggled to find a new position.1973–1974 – Oil crisis
Oil price multiplied, stagflation (prices up, economy down).
Even those who worked hard felt poorer: purchasing power dropped significantly.1992 – Lira crisis
Sudden devaluation, skyrocketing interest rates.
Those who had variable mortgages or savings only in one currency he took the blow.
Simple moral: the world changes, often without warning.
Who has more than one entry, more than one currency And a royal reserve (e.g. 24-karat physical gold) does not get overwhelmed: absorbs the shock and restarts.
How this translates into practice (to be put on the agenda):
1) “Safety” bearing 🛡️
Accumulate at least 3–6 months of living expenses into a dedicated current account. Schedule a bank transfer automatic 1st of the month: get paid first.2) Two entrances, not just one ⚙️
Add a extra flexible entry that you can manage from home:
– Matched BettingIt's not every day that you find a business that allows you to earn 100% from wherever you are, whenever you want. I did it and increased my hourly wage from €10 to €100 net. I strongly recommend you learn more about this topic by reading the dedicated article: SAFE EARNINGS ONLINE: Truth or Utopia?– Independent Publishing (Self Publishing): build a collection of books that generate royalties over time (passive income).
A business that in 12 months can allow you to generate income that will likely exceed your main income. If you'd like to learn more, read our dedicated article: SELF-PUBLISHING: Your Gateway to Financial Freedom and Professional Success3) Protection of purchasing power 🟡
Introduce gradually 24k (999.9) physical gold with small but constant periodic purchases; it is a real good, outside the digital switch. It cannot be turned off and is not issued by any Central Bank, history teaches us that this metal is the safe haven par excellence (GOLD: FROM ANCIENT HISTORY TO ITS IMPORTANCE IN THE MODERN WORLD).4) Accordion-style currencies and banks 💱
Don't hold everything in euro and not everything in the same bank/state. Even a small share in CHF or GBP makes the system more stable.5) Set the rules of your plan 📆
Put the extras on “fixed tracks.
Example:
– 30% in your Emergency Fund → up to 3–6 months;
– 30% Growth of your Cash Flow → Activities can generate extra income for you. Whether active or passive;
– 20% Protection → This is the part you decide to protect. Currency exchange or gold.
– 20% Training → skills that increase your income.
Flash example:
If you create today €600 per month of extra and you spread them out like this for 12 months, you get 2.160 € of bearing, 2.160 € invest to increase your income, 1440€ in your protection fund and others 1440€ invested to obtain skills stronger.
If "something" happens tomorrow, you have air in the lungs to choose calmly.
We are not talking about fear, but about freedom of choiceDiversification is not complicating life: it is simplify the future.
❓ Quick questions
“What if my job isn’t on the list?”
Count how is your work organized. If the 70% of what you do is a repeatable routine → you are at risk.
“Where do I start if I feel awkward?”
You choose a single instrument and automates just one thing until you feel ready to move on to the next step. Better to say "slow and steady wins the race" than to remain stuck at the same station.
“I'm afraid of making mistakes and being judged.”
It's happened to me too, throughout my life... but ask yourself: where will I be in 5-10 years if I don't do anything? I've prepared an article for you that could be of great help: Fear of Judgment: How It Makes You a Slave (Even to Money) — And How to Get Out of It
“How do I find time for everything?”
Method 3 × 15Every day, dedicate 15 minutes to learning, 15 minutes to making money, and 15 minutes to building meaningful relationships. In 45 minutes, you can truly transform and enrich your days. Find out more: The 3 x 15 Method: The Ladder to Changing Your Life in 45 Minutes a Day
“But what if AI can do everything I do now?”
Remember that human beings essentially have one thing that a machine can never have; THE SOULYour contribution on a relational and emotional level, your ability to adapt and discern will always make you indispensable. But it's up to you to choose what to focus on. ask better questions, drive decisions and take some responsibility. AI is a lever, but you are you to decide whether to remain the director.
✉️ Conclusion
AI is not a monster or a fad: it is a change of seasonYou can stay on the beach with your coat… or change clothes and feel good. The choice is yours.
Here's an ending concrete to be put into practice immediately:
Today (30 minutes):
You choose 1 AI tool useful for your work.
List 3 repetitive activities to be automated.
You decide How will you build your plan B? (one way only: extra flexible entry).
Within 7 days:
Automate those 3 activities and measure the time saved.
Activate a automatic bank transfer towards the tray Emergency Fund.
Start an experiment for additional income (e.g. bets with a mathematical return — 18+, ADM only — or organization of the catalog for independent publication).
Within 30 days:
Create a before/after of your results (time, quality, costs).
Presents a pilot project to the head/client with objective and metrics.
Put the extras on fixed tracks: Safety, Growth, Protection, Training.
Within 90 days:
Make regulars automatisms (in work and money).
Add a second tap of revenue.
Enter 24k (999.9) physical gold with small periodic purchases and diversify at least in one other currency.
Remember: we are not talking about fear, but about freedom of choice.
Those who update and diversify do not get overwhelmed: absorbs the shock and restarts.
If you need help designing your plan, you'll find our step-by-step guides on the blog.
Awareness beats fear. Always.
Thank you for your presence
David Bottero
Co-Founder of Progetto Libertà
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