Even as AI tools become more advanced and widely used at work, Indian professionals remain clear on one point – when it comes to big decisions, nothing replaces human judgement. According to LinkedIn’s latest research, as many as 83 per cent of Indian professionals believe instincts and trusted colleagues outweigh AI when making judgements.At the same time, 76 per cent say workplace decision-making has accelerated, and 72 per cent believe mastering AI is essential for their next career step.
Rising expectations are clear. As many as 67 per cent of professionals say they feel overwhelmed by the pace at which they’re expected to “get” AI, while 61 per cent admit they aren’t using it to its full potential. Leaders are also raising the bar – 73 per cent of companies expect employees to use AI, while 64 per cent of executives plan to factor AI proficiency into performance reviews or hiring.
“AI is a brilliant copilot, but it’s not a crutch. It can draft, sort, and surface options at speed, but careers still move on the strength of your judgement, your relationships, and your story. In moments that matter, people don’t call a tool; they call a person they trust,” said LinkedIn Career Expert and India Sr. Managing Editor Nirajita Banerjee.
As a result, three out of four Indian professionals (75 per cent) say learning new AI skills now feels like a second job. Still, optimism is strong, as 78 per cent believe AI can improve their daily work-life. While AI is being used to move faster on daily tasks, it is not used to outsource judgement. About 75 per cent of professionals say AI is most useful for writing and drafting, not for actual decision-making.
When it comes to complex choices, 76 per cent of respondents turn to colleagues and managers for faster, more confident decisions. On the other hand, 83 per cent of executives admitted that good business decisions still depend on human judgement.
Reflecting this human pull, LinkedIn noted a 30 per cent-plus rise in comments on its platform this fiscal year as people leaned on peers for perspective.
Meanwhile, despite rising pressure, Indians are actively upskilling. About 81 per cent said experimenting with AI is fun and see it as a way to explore new things daily. Nearly 79 per cent are teaching themselves with free resources, 73 per cent are paying for courses, and 78 per cent are actively searching for better tools and learning content.
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