15% of Americans Open to an AI Boss: A Growing Trend

The Growing Acceptance of AI Bosses in the United States

A recent survey conducted by Quinnipiac University reveals that 15% of Americans are willing to accept a job where their superior would be an artificial intelligence. This AI program would be responsible for assigning tasks and setting schedules. The survey, conducted between March 19 and March 23, 2026, questioned 1,397 adults about their perceptions of AI, particularly regarding trust and its impact on employment.

AI in Management: A Present Reality

Although the majority of participants still prefer a human manager, the idea of an AI supervisor is gaining traction. Companies like Workday have already begun integrating AI agents capable of submitting and approving expense reports on behalf of employees. Amazon has rolled out new AI workflows to replace certain responsibilities of middle management, leading to the layoffs of thousands of managers.

At Uber, engineers have developed an AI model of CEO Dara Khosrowshahi to process proposals before meetings, illustrating how AI can be integrated into decision-making processes.

The Potential Impact on the Job Market

This trend raises concerns about the future of employment. According to the survey, 70% of respondents believe that AI will reduce job opportunities. Among American workers, 30% express concern that AI could render their jobs obsolete.

The increasing use of AI to replace management levels could lead to fully automated companies, with only one human employee at the helm, a phenomenon some are calling “The Great Flattening.” The implications for the job market and the organizational structure of companies could be profound.