AI and automation will significantly impact productivity and jobs. While AI can boost productivity through automation of routine tasks, it may also displace many jobs. To manage this transition and ensure the benefits of AI are widely shared, governments and companies should [1] establish ethical oversight of AI systems, [2] invest profits from AI into retraining displaced workers, and [3] explore options like universal basic income to support those impacted by job disruption. Overall, AI has the potential to dramatically increase global GDP if its development and applications are properly managed.