#job-loss

#job-loss

Scott Paczensky faces potential job loss and travel challenges due to possible driving ban for speeding on A20. [ more ]

The encroachment of generative AI in Hollywood is a major concern, impacting creators' livelihoods and sparking fear and caution in the industry. [ more ]

89 percent of US office workers have heard of ChatGPT and 74 percent have used it.

47 percent of workers worry that AI could replace their role, an increase from 29 percent in February 2023. [ more ]

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman believes that artificial general intelligence (AGI) will change the world and jobs less than we think.

Altman predicts that AGI could arrive in the reasonably close-ish future, but the timeline is vague. [ more ]

Workers are open to AI that improves job outcomes and safety, but are worried about job loss.

Labor unions are starting to negotiate contracts that address AI-related concerns and provide protection for workers. [ more ]

Ageism is prevalent in the creative industry, leading to job loss for experienced professionals.

Adapting to new technology and industry trends can help experienced individuals remain relevant and find opportunities. [ more ]

Workers are publicly sharing their experiences of being laid off or fired on social media platforms like TikTok, LinkedIn, and X.

This trend marks a shift in work culture, with job loss losing its stigma and workers seeking support and new opportunities by going public. [ more ]

Leverage social media platforms like LinkedIn and TikTok to alert others that you are in need of assistance in finding a new job.

Social media offers opportunities to build and showcase personal brand, connect with potential employers, and engage with industry-specific content. [ more ]

Residents of central Brooklyn oppose closure of SUNY Downstate Hospital, citing concerns over healthcare access and job loss.

Survey data reveals strong community support to keep SUNY Downstate open, particularly from those who have received care there. [ more ]

Eliphalet Remington started Remington Arms in upstate New York, a company that played a significant role in producing weapons for various sectors.

Economic factors and global competition led to Remington Arms relocating its operations from New York to Georgia, causing the loss of hundreds of jobs in the village. [ more ]

Barbara Lynch's restaurant group, the Barbara Lynch Collective, is closing three venues due to an uncooperative landlord, resulting in 100 lost jobs.

Lynch is selling two South End venues and retaining ownership of No. 9 Park, B&G Oysters, and the Rudder. [ more ]

AI was a compelling story in advertising in 2023, with agencies exploring its potential uses and clients pushing ahead with implementation.

Stories about agency mergers, job losses, and the dissolution of traditional creative partnerships were also highly read. [ more ]

2023 was a challenging year for several top executives, with financial losses, job losses, and damaged reputations

Elon Musk had a mixed year with Tesla's stock rebounding but facing challenges in profitability and safety recalls [ more ]

14.3% of designers who participated in the survey stated that they were laid off, compared to a fraction in 2022.

The survey included more questions this year, such as salary increase with job switch, design maturity of the company, company and design team size, and happiness rating in various aspects of their previous job. [ more ]