I Was Laid Off by Microsoft. It's Mixed up my Reality!

[@azteca6695]

I was a company for about 10 yrs. The same year new management came in, I was diagnosed with cancer. Had surgery and treatment and went back to work after 3 months. The following year I was let go, as I was going back to check if the cancer was gone. Fortunately, I had saved 6 months of emergency funds. You just never know what life is going to throw at you

[@nullQueries]

That's rough, glad you were in a position to have savings. Hope you're doing well

[@ravikrish8175]

With your amazing data skills, you are going to be an asset wherever you go.

[@alphaomega1351]

How to never be laid off? Answer: don't attend any meetings. 😶

[@smallbluemachine]

Counterpoint: I was invited to a meeting where everyone not in the meeting was laid off.

[@danield7789]

Never trust companies. Always protect yourself

[@kharaway]

There has been no job security with these huge companies for years. It's all layoffs whether you are great or suck.

[@Bob-yh7ir]

At least you have skills and will land well. I have walked out of companies over not being paid, worked at companies that went out of business. Literally shut the lights off at some places. It all ended with me moving onto bigger and better things. It's been a great ride ! Good luck to you !

[@Bettylulseged]

I got laid off too from Microsoft ‘s Mixed reality team. Keep your head up!Better is on the horizon!Made a video about my experience as well.

[@CatzzMoney]

I’m in the same boat. Thank God I got Netflix to help me stay sane.

[@timothyo.3847]

I was also hit by those MS layoffs although I worked on a custom core team. I've survived a number of times with different companies but my luck finally ran out. My first two weeks were anxiety-riddled. I didn't rush out. Taking a small pause to figure which direction to head-in. The idea of trying something new via contract work sounds intriguing. I assume companies are willing to take bigger risks with less experienced contractors. It'd be nice to try something a little out of my comfort zone for which I have less relevant experience. Am I misguided?

[@nullQueries]

Based on my linkedin inbox, there are plenty of contracting roles to be filled. So I agree that seems like a good route. I'm in the same spot wanting to try something a bit different. Good luck

[@tyslink]

This is why I don't think I'll ever go work for a big tech company if I can avoid it (as a FT employee anyway). At the end of the day you are just a number on a spreadsheet and essentially expendable. I've worked for big corporations down to tiny start ups and the smaller companies have always been a better work environment. Layoffs happen and sometimes they can be a blessing in disguise.

[@auctionmusic]

when you are laid off the last place to go to is recruiters. They tell you that you are a good fit for the position, blah, blah, blah, then hang up and call the next person and tell them the same thing. You will hit the most competition this way.

[@smallbluemachine]

I figure if you’re anywhere for more than 5 years, then you’re practically institutionalized, so it’s probably better for your personal development that you have to hustle. Having Microsoft on your resume is dynamite anyway.

[@davorvukovic4444]

Wishing you all the best. You will handle it and come out even stronger after the struggle 💪 I am going through a similar situation (and a lot of other people as well) and can relate. Let's fight together, and never give up 💪

[@HeadStronger-HS]

I bet the h1-bs are still there.

[@mikPet81]

Sux that even the projects that held potential and were "assured" to have contracts and business value got sacked regardless of record profits. Kinda goes to show you, if you ever are too naive to think loyalty matters in these scenarios, the only one is to yourself to keep the edges sharp and relevant. GL on your path

[@andynelson2340]

Love your attitude, good luck.

[@datalore6187]

I'm still confused after reading the various news articles and posts. Did Microsoft end their Hololens project? One article I read said they laid off all of their Hololens employees. Another said they ended adjacent projects and are not pursuing virtual reality projects but will keep developing Hololens 2. And still yet another article said Microsoft has been awarded a $22 billion contract from the government. Uh, that's a ton of money. I know what it's like to get laid off. I was laid off from a job back in 2018, and for the first month, I sort of relaxed and did nothing. Actually it was kind of nice not having to go to work. But after the 3rd month or so, it started to get uncomfortable. Trying to find a job is a pain, so I sympathize.

[@nullQueries]

While working for mixed reality I found news reports about the program to be maybe, 30% accurate about anything. It really makes me question any article about big tech projects now. I don't know exactly what's going on right now, I do know there were a lot of very skilled people let go, but there is still a team left working on the current products (hololens 2 and IVAS). What they plan to do next, both rebuilding the team and future products, I have no idea.

[@sarahseils8545]

Sorry to hear about the layoff. I love your positive attitude and ability to see the silver lining in all this. Any company would be lucky to have you! Best of luck to you. Sending positive vibes your way

[@caroln3564]

"MIXED REALITY"!!!!!

[@u263a3]

it is clear that there is no future in mixed reality

[@SeattleDataGuy]

Good luck! And sending good vibes.

[@StopWhining491]

Window closed; look for the door.

[@smudgepost]

My condolences, hope you bounce back quickly, it's a painful experience!

[@stevenlopez1717]

Just stumbled upon your channel, great stuff and thank you for sharing your story!

[@remi954]

Good luck! ❤️

[@basicprogrammer6147]

Are you interested in developing a non-tech company? I have a utility patent on a garment.

[@jhors7777]

Thank you for posting this interesting video

[@hotmojo1]

You are the coolest cat in the litter box. I wish you well in your journey.

[@SaiKiran208]

all the best, i am in the same situation brother

[@semakapuszoglu7021]

Good Luck ✨

[@Milhouse77BS]

Sorry to hear that😢

[@mostbestjia627]

Good luck! 🍀👍

[@frestylz]

Best of luck to you sir! Recently got laid off as well and now facing the reality....

[@huckfin1598]

LEARN TO WELD

[@tyslink]

How much does a welder make?

[@huckfin1598]

@@tyslink more than the unemployed

[@tyslink]

@@huckfin1598 So does the kid working the drive thru window at Taco Bell... But I honestly want to know how much a welder makes...or were you just trying to be funny because of the whole "learn to code" thing?

[@huckfin1598]

@@tyslink I was definitely trying to be funny and it’s clear it worked bc you understand the reference and it triggered you. Otherwise, why comment?. Thanks for proving my point. Have fun!

[@tyslink]

@@huckfin1598 Triggered? As the great Inigo Montoya said: "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." I really was just asking what a welder makes...lighten up, Francis.

[@JoeBigBoi]

I also got laid off recently. The timing cannot be more bad since most of my money are tied to investments so I'm not liquid. But I'm definitely using this time to focus more on trading (forex, crypto, stocks, etc) to prove to myself that I can work for myself. I'm also invested in Vulcan Blockchain so hopefully this year won't be so bad.