Work is a significant part of people’s lives, so it makes sense that concerns about the future of work, and the economy, are always on the forefront of public and political discussion. BBC Capital bbc.com made this infographic titled “A History of the Future of Work,” which discusses the relationship between technological advancements and the future of work. In particular, it addresses the fear that technology will take over or negatively impact the workforce. It talks about hope, hype, and unfounded fears in regard to many historical occurrences from the popularization of writing to the Internet. The infographic addresses several categories of innovation and discusses the ways in which people feared each would impact their lives and the workforce in general.
