Why 31% of Employees are Pushing Back Against AI in the Workplace

Artificial Intelligence might be the future, but not everyone is on board. A new study by AI platform Writer found that 31% of employees – including 41% of Gen Z workers – admit to sabotaging their company’s AI efforts. Their tactics range from flat-out refusing to adopt AI tools to begrudgingly using them without enthusiasm or effort. What's more, nearly two-thirds of executives say AI adoption has caused internal friction, with 42% claiming it’s "tearing their company apart." Workers argue that AI hasn't proven its worth yet, and many are skeptical about its effectiveness. While job displacement fears have somewhat faded, frustration with AI’s actual performance is growing. As one expert put it, "Now that they’ve had a chance to play with it, [many employees] are quite disappointed in the results they’ve seen, and that’s why they are disillusioned by it."

Key Takeaways:

• 31% of employees, and 41% of Gen Z workers, admit to resisting AI adoption in their companies.
• Sabotage includes refusing to use AI tools, ignoring strategy, or minimal effort in implementation.
• 42% of executives say AI is "tearing their company apart,” as tensions rise around adoption.
• Job loss fears have decreased, but skepticism about AI’s usefulness is mounting.
• A survey from Leadership IQ found that only 10% of employees were “excited” about AI, with most being reluctant or indifferent.
• Workers feel AI hasn’t yet delivered on its promises, leading to frustration and disengagement.

Sounds like AI still has a lot to prove before winning over the workforce! Will companies address these concerns, or just push forward against the resistance? Time will tell. 🚀
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