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Can AI do the work of a Marketing manager?
Today an AI can already knock out copy, outlines, reports, and a lot of the prep. Deciding what matters, and what moves the business, is another story.
It is not an estimate of how many people will lose their work.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Marketing manager
31%
AI or a robot can already do 31% of this job.
#33 / 103
View rankingMarketing manager
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Formulate, direct, or coordinate marketing activities or policies to promote products or services, working with advertising or promotion managers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 22% | 28% | +6.2 |
Identify, develop, or evaluate marketing strategy, based on knowledge of establishment objectives, market characteristics, and cost and markup factors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Direct the hiring, training, or performance evaluations of marketing or sales staff and oversee their daily activities.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Evaluate the financial aspects of product development, such as budgets, expenditures, research and development appropriations, or return-on-investment and profit-loss projections.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 48% | +3.4 |
Consult with product development personnel on product specifications, such as design, color, or packaging.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Compile lists describing product or service offerings.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Use sales forecasting or strategic planning to ensure the sale and profitability of products, lines, or services, analyzing business developments and monitoring market trends.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Develop pricing strategies, balancing firm objectives and customer satisfaction.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 28% | +5.6 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- channel marketing
- sales strategies
- company policies
- implement marketing strategies
- carry out naming strategies
- perform customers’ needs analysis
- manage staff
- apply social media marketing
- create annual marketing budget
- set brand positioning
Sources for this job· O*NET 11-2021.00· ESCO/ISCO 2431
IS WORK OVER?
Waiter
28%
#53 / 103
View rankingWaiter
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Collect payments from customers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals, and take action to correct any problems.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Prepare checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Clean tables or counters after patrons have finished dining.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Take orders from patrons for food or beverages.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Inform customers of daily specials.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 58% | 28% | +16.2 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- wine characteristics
- sparkling wines
- select glassware for serving
- comply with food safety and hygiene
- order supplies
- organise wine cellar
- upsell products
- check wine quality
- serve wines
- assist customers
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-3031.00· ESCO/ISCO 5131