Automation index
How much of a SEO specialist’s job can AI already do?
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.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
SEO specialist
39%
AI can already do 39% of this job.
#9 / 623
View rankingSEO specialist
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Devise and evaluate methods and procedures for collecting data, such as surveys, opinion polls, or questionnaires, or arrange to obtain existing data.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 28% | +5 |
Conduct research on consumer opinions and marketing strategies, collaborating with marketing professionals, statisticians, pollsters, and other professionals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 17% | 48% | +8.2 |
Collect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 48% | +5.3 |
Monitor industry statistics and follow trends in trade literature.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
| Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text. | 10% | 72% | +7.2 |
Measure and assess customer and employee satisfaction.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Measure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, and communications programs and strategies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Gather data on competitors and analyze their prices, sales, and method of marketing and distribution.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
| Total | 100% | 39% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 10% · Estimate: 90% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- online ads campaign techniques
- web strategy assessment
- content marketing strategy
- e-commerce systems
- company policies
- perform online data analysis
- implement marketing strategies
- creatively use digital technologies
- manage budgets
- execute email marketing
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1161.00· ESCO/ISCO 2431
IS WORK OVER?
Social worker
29%
#74 / 623
View rankingSocial worker
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain case history records and prepare reports.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 55% | +8.3 |
Counsel students whose behavior, school progress, or mental or physical impairment indicate a need for assistance, diagnosing students' problems and arranging for needed services.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 22% | +2.2 |
Counsel individuals, groups, families, or communities regarding issues including mental health, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse, physical abuse, rehabilitation, social adjustment, child care, or medical care.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of problems, such as truancy and misbehavior, and to implement solutions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Serve as liaisons between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts to help children who face problems, such as disabilities, abuse, or poverty.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Counsel parents with child rearing problems, interviewing the child and family to determine whether further action is required.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Interview clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 24% | 28% | +6.7 |
| Total | 100% | 29% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- social work theory
- legal requirements in the social sector
- social sciences
- adolescent psychological development
- social justice
- company policies
- apply anti-oppressive practices
- provide social counselling
- work within communities
- assess the development of youth
Sources for this job· O*NET 21-1021.00· ESCO/ISCO 2635