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6-19-2023 8:18pm

15 Dying Professions That Are Not Worth Pursuing Due to Their Outdated Nature

1. Factory workers

Some factory jobs, like box transportation, have already been taken over by robots, indicating that dangerous jobs could also be automated. Yet, it's possible that robots might not replace as many jobs as anticipated. According to a 2022 Brigham Young University study, only 14% of surveyed workers claimed to have lost their jobs to robots, and even that number might be exaggerated

 2. Travel Agent-

When you're not familiar with a particular destination, Travel agents can be a valuable resource in planning an all-inclusive vacation.

Nevertheless, with advancements in algorithms, travelers now only need to conduct a quick online search to learn about the offerings at a destination prior to their trip.

Furthermore, various travel sites have incorporated ChatGPT and virtual assistants that assist customers in answering inquiries about airfare or accommodations.

3. Reporters

The news industry as a whole has seen rounds of layoffs in recent years in part because advertising and subscription revenue has dried up for newspapers and other forms of media.

The Pew Research Center found that newsrooms have lost more than 25% of their workforce since 2008, and news organizations like CNN and BuzzFeed have made major cuts in the past year or so.

As layoffs become more and more expected in the news industry, it’s becoming clear that reporters may have fewer job opportunities.

4. Administrative assistants are relied upon by executives to organize their schedules, take down notes and arrange travel plans. While it used to be expected for someone to be physically present to perform these tasks, remote work has changed this dynamic. With the help of a virtual administrative assistant, an executive can be aided from anywhere in the world. This suggests that the possibility of serving multiple executives could arise, leading to more supply than demand for the role.                 

5. The Role of Translators

Translators are important in a range of professional environments, such as hospitals, schools, and global corporations.

Despite this, translation technology is increasingly accessible, leading to the displacement of human translators in favor of software that can often handle multiple languages.  

Banking institutions nowadays rarely exclude apps or online services from their operations. You can easily initiate direct deposits or account transfers since most banks accommodate these tasks on their web platforms. Furthermore, some banks carry out all their transactions online. The advent of online banking also affords you non-stop access to your account, thus reducing the necessity of bank tellers.

7. In place of cashiers, you may have noticed an increase in self-checkout lanes in grocery stores or other retailers such as Target, Walmart, and Costco. Even fast-food restaurants like McDonald's have implemented touch screens for customers to place their orders. While these self-checkouts provide ease and convenience for a speedy shopping experience, they are also responsible for the reduction of required cashiers. Although there may still be a human assistant to aid in any malfunctions, the number of humans working in the checkout section is steadily decreasing.

8. Bookkeeper:
Once an indispensable part of financial tracking for organizations, bookkeepers have now been replaced by software designed for automating the process. Similarly, like other administrative positions, the demand for bookkeepers has decreased significantly and is expected to continue on the decline with the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimating a 5% reduction in bookkeeping and accounting jobs by 2031.

The work of postal workers is undergoing a transformation due to changing trends. An example is the switch to online payment systems by several companies, which has reduced the use of paper bills being sent through the mail. Additionally, postal workers are being substituted with automated sorting machines, prompting the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to estimate a 6% decrease in this occupation by 2031.

10. People employed as customer service representatives

The customer service field has been affected by automation, with many firms employing virtual chatbots on their websites to provide customers with specific information.

According to the BLS, the job market for this profession does not suggest positive growth, as there is a predicted 4% drop in employment for this role up to 2031.

11. The role of dispatchers involves arranging and coordinating travel routes for different sectors such as taxi and ambulance services.

Traditionally, drivers would communicate with dispatchers to receive directions but the emergence of personal GPS applications has diminished the necessity of this role.

Uber and Lyft's growth has especially transformed the operations of transportation dispatch for car services and taxis.

A profession in the field of IT has the potential to generate a substantial income. However, the demand for computer programmers is decreasing due to the implementation of automation which makes programming more rapid and effective. The reduced need for human labor is a result of increased efficiency, and remote work has decreased the need for numerous programmers in many organizations. Consequently, the BLS predicts that by 2031, computer programming jobs will decrease by 10%.

Being a corrections officer in a prison can be challenging, and even though there is a constant demand for these officers, the number of required positions is diminishing. This reduction in the need for corrections officers is partially due to the decrease in the number of inmates, which had already been decreasing for several years prior to the outbreak of COVID-19. The Federal Bureau of Prisons reported a decrease starting in 2014. Even though there may be an increase in the total number of inmates, prisons have found ways to function with a smaller staff.

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