Takeover Tracker

43%medium risk
Baristas
vs

37 shared · 7 different

core competencies

18%low risk
Shampooers

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricBaristasShampooers
Risk Score43.2%17.7%
Risk TierMedium RiskLow Risk
Risk Percentile89th3th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)7 / 152 / 9
Median SalaryN/A$31,470
EmploymentN/A9K

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Controlling Machines and Processes
Handling and Moving Objects
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
English Language
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Baristas

25%

total discount

Shampooers

25%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Baristas

7 of 15 at risk
87%Receive and process customer payments.
85%Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation.
79%Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products.
60%Prepare or serve menu items, such as sandwiches or salads.
58%Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.

Shampooers

2 of 9 at risk
86%Maintain treatment records.
61%Sweep hair from the salon floor.
49%Launder and fold the towels that are used for drying customers' hair.
47%Refill and stock work stations with supplies, such as shampoos and conditioners.
36%Treat scalp conditions and hair loss, using specialized lotions, shampoos, or equipment such as infrared lamps or vibrating equipment.

Wage Comparison

BaristasShampooers
10th
N/A$22,880
25th
N/A$27,390
Median
N/A$31,470
75th
N/A$35,610
90th
N/A$35,970

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