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As AI layers become more integrated into our lives, the sheer volume of attention that humans can offer will become increasingly scarce. This scarcity may elevate our value as conscious, sentient beings. Kelly predicts that as humans become a minority in the workforce, the demand for human attention—genuine contact and empathy—will rise, creating human-centric value propositions in contrast to machine-generated solutions.
The conversation notes the emerging market of artisanal and human-touched goods, wherein consumers may prioritize products made and touched by humans, lending them intrinsic value as a counterpoint to robotics and automation.