Recurring jobless claims spike to highest level since 2021 at 1.96 million

by mikej222 | Jun 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

This post was originally published on this siteNew data from the Labor Department shows 1.96 million people were on unemployment benefits the week ending May 31. That is the highest number since mid-November 2021, when they topped 1.97 million. While other data shows...

Planning to watch a show on Prime Video? Brace yourself for twice as many ads

by mikej222 | Jun 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

This post was originally published on this siteAmazon has increased the number of commercials it’s running on Prime Video content. The ad load has jumped from 2.5 to three minutes to between four and six minutes. Amazon is getting a lot more comfortable with...

Motel 6 is being sued by its longtime spokesperson Tom Bodett

by mikej222 | Jun 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

This post was originally published on this siteTom Bodett is suing Motel 6. The long-time spokesperson says the chain is using his voice and name without permission. After 39 years of working together, Motel 6 allegedly failed to make an annual payment and has not...

Spotify’s new CHRO shares how she’s rolling out AI at a tech-first company

by mikej222 | Jun 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

This post was originally published on this siteGood morning! Spotify has a new CHRO: Anna Lundström. Joining the music and podcasting giant in 2016, Lundström has held a variety of roles at the company, and previously served as the VP of HR. She also played a crucial...

Spotify’s new HR leader masterminded her company’s remote work policy and gives one piece of key advice

by mikej222 | Jun 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

This post was originally published on this siteSpotify has found a new HR leader: Anna Lundström.  The native Swede was appointed as CHRO of the music streaming giant in April of this year. She previously served as VP of HR, and has been with the company since 2016. ...