GPTs are GPTs: An early look at the labor market impact potential of large language models

# GPTs are GPTs: An early look at the labor market impact potential of large language models Source: [https://openai.com/index/gpts-are-gpts/](https://openai.com/index/gpts-are-gpts/) ## Abstract We investigate the potential implications of Generative Pre\-trained Transformer \(GPT\) models and related technologies on the U\.S\. labor market\. Using a new rubric, we assess occupations based on their correspondence with GPT capabilities, incorporating both human expertise and classifications from GPT‑4\. Our findings indicate that approximately 80% of the U\.S\. workforce could have at least 10% of their work tasks affected by the introduction of GPTs, while around 19% of workers may see at least 50% of their tasks impacted\. The influence spans all wage levels, with higher\-income jobs potentially facing greater exposure\. Notably, the impact is not limited to industries with higher recent productivity growth\. We conclude that Generative Pre\-trained Transformers exhibit characteristics of general\-purpose technologies \(GPTs\), suggesting that as these models could have notable economic, social, and policy implications\.