The adoption of artificial intelligence in sectors including education and employment is prompting mixed reactions. Public support for AI in K-12 classrooms has declined, with concerns about student data privacy and the appropriateness of AI-assisted homework. Conversely, AI tools have improved recruitment outcomes, decreasing candidate ghosting and improving job matching. Industry leaders caution about emerging risks such as AI systems that mimic consciousness. Amid an AI investment bubble concern, some experts argue that AI is reshaping jobs rather than eliminating them. Generational work attitudes are also shifting, with Gen Z emphasizing authenticity, flexibility, and intention in the workplace alongside technological fluency.