Skills for an AI future: creativity, executive function and empathy

Gene Munster @munster_geneOriginally posted 2026.09.30

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I often get asked what skills we'll need to be “successful” in an AI future. After OpenAI DevDay, and using more bots, I'm adding executive function to the list. 1. Creativity, vision 2. Executive function (plan, focus, juggle multiple tasks) to manage bots 3. Empathy, community What will be less valuable is mastering a traditional skill, whether it’s accounting, software development, research, or, yes, asset management. The bots are everywhere: OpenAI Dots, Muse, Siri, Grok Bot, Poke, Instinct, Gemini Spark, and they’re only going to get better.