There are concerns that the AI revolution will result in machines replacing human workers. However, Zack Kass, a former executive at OpenAI, believes that human qualities will become even more crucial. One simple way to distinguish oneself, according to Kass, is by being likable. As AI becomes capable of coding, writing, and analyzing data proficiently, what sets us apart as "human" matters more than ever.

Kass suggests focusing on areas where humans still excel, such as critical thinking. In the future, hiring lawyers will be based not just on speed, but on their unique understanding of problems. It will also be essential to embrace qualities that make an individual likable and someone that others want to work with. Kass mentions that as AI commoditizes knowledge and skills, our "immutable human qualities" like courage, vision, wisdom, and empathy will become increasingly important. These qualities can also differentiate individuals as AI takes over various tasks across all levels of work. In a world where intelligence is commonplace, Kass humorously asks why anyone would want to hire "assholes. " Building a workforce with likable individuals can also have a positive impact on a company's bottom line, as people with work friends tend to be happier, more engaged, productive, and healthier.