Automation index
How much of a Economist’s job can AI already do?
Pulling a dataset and a first chart is instant. Deciding which model holds, and explaining it to a ministry, is not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Economist
30%
AI can already do 30% of this job.
#49 / 623
View rankingEconomist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Clean data, estimate and produce tables.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 52% | +11.4 |
Draft notes, briefs and a first paper.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 45% | +8.1 |
Choose model, assumptions and robustness.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Present to a client, ministry or board.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Debate, peer-review and defend the numbers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
Read the political context and data quality.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 18% | +2.5 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Clean data, estimate and produce tables
- Draft notes, briefs and a first paper
- Choose model, assumptions and robustness
- Present to a client, ministry or board
- Debate, peer-review and defend the numbers
- economista
- economist
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-3011.00· ESCO/ISCO 2631
IS WORK OVER?
Personal trainer
27%
#150 / 623
View rankingPersonal trainer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Teach and demonstrate use of gymnastic and training equipment, such as trampolines and weights.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 27% | 28% | +7.6 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- demonstrate professional Pilates attitude
- manage fitness communication
- safely instruct about fitness
- identify customer objectives
- ensure safety of exercise environment
- analyse personal fitness information
- show professional responsibility
- provide fitness information
- prescribe exercises
- adapt Pilates exercises
Sources for this job· O*NET 39-9031.00· ESCO/ISCO 3423