Clairvoyez - the Skeptical Optimist

I had a great chat earlier today that got me thinking more deeply about something I’ve been watching closely: the future of AI and robotics in high-risk, low-skill manual labor. It’s a topic that comes up often, and for good reason—it touches on real human safety, operational efficiency, and the next phase of automation. Here's where my head's at right now. Where We’re Headed in the Next 1–3 Years The synergy between AI and robotics is very real , especially in environments where the work is dangerous, repetitive, or just plain thankless. But—(there’s always a but)—widespread adoption won’t be purely driven by what’s technically possible. It’ll come down to a mix of economics, regulation, and practical viability . Some areas where we're already seeing strong traction: 1. Manufacturing & Warehousing This one’s a no-brainer. Robotic arms guided by AI vision are welding, lifting, sorting—doing the stuff that breaks backs and burns out humans. Tesla, Amazon, Boston D...

  Well, here we are. Another blog, another person with "thoughts." Lucky you. Let’s get this out of the way: I’m not here to sell you the secrets of the universe, pretend I have life all figured out, or convince you that my opinions are worth more than your morning coffee. (They’re probably not, but here we are anyway.) I’m a skeptical optimist , which means I wholeheartedly believe in possibilities—while simultaneously side-eyeing them with a healthy dose of doubt. Expect a mix of career insights, strategic ramblings, and the occasional deep dive into whatever has caught my attention that week. Business? AI? Why cereal packaging is getting smaller but the price is going up? Nothing is off-limits. This blog is for those who enjoy thinking, questioning, and occasionally laughing at the absurdity of it all. If you’re looking for polished life hacks or LinkedIn-style inspiration posts that end with “Just my two cents! What do you think? 💡”—this might not be for you. But if ...