# A Microsoft exec says AI is killing the career ladder. But its replacement comes with a catch

- Source: Fortune | FORTUNE
- Published: 2026-11-02T13:15:11+00:00
- Category: Business
- Original: https://fortune.com/2026/11/02/a-microsoft-exec-says-ai-is-killing-the-career-ladder-but-its-replacement-comes-with-a-catch/
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/a-microsoft-exec-says-ai-is-killing-the-career-ladder-but-its-replacem-97d6a7/

Without a clear checklist for promotions, historically marginalized workers may face an intimidating climb.

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