Microsoft Employee Laid Off in ‘Last-Minute Meeting’, Shares Emotional Journey
Microsoft shocked the tech world this week by announcing layoffs affecting nearly 6,000 employees, roughly 3% of its global workforce. This marks the company’s largest job cuts since 2023, leaving many employees reeling.
A ‘Last-Minute’ Meeting Changes Everything
One Microsoft employee, who worked at the company for over seven years, shared a deeply personal account of her layoff experience on LinkedIn. She described how a sudden meeting added to her calendar by her manager filled her with anxiety and uncertainty.
“POV: I was laid off today from MSFT. I had a last-minute meeting added to my calendar by my skip and was spiraling trying to figure out the agenda. FY26 priorities? Reorg? Once an unfamiliar face joined the call, I quickly realized I too was a part of the Microsoft layoffs,” she wrote.
Looking Forward Despite the Setback
Despite the shock and sadness, the employee expressed determination and optimism. She highlighted the positive experiences she gained during her seven years at Microsoft and shared her intention to carefully consider her next career move.
“I plan to take the next few days to think about my career and envision what I want my new opportunity to be,” she posted, adding that she is “Open to Work.” She concluded her post with a message of support for fellow impacted employees: “I know this is not the best time to unexpectedly enter the job market, but I am sending positive thoughts to all MSFTies impacted as well. We got this.”
A Wave of Support
Her post resonated with many, garnering a wave of support and encouragement from fellow LinkedIn users. Some offered congratulations and well wishes, while others extended professional connections and job opportunities. One individual even offered a referral to a role at Amazon.
Microsoft’s Explanation
According to a report by the Associated Press (AP), Microsoft stated that the layoffs will affect employees across all levels, teams, and geographies. However, the company emphasized that the cuts will primarily focus on reducing the number of managers. The company started notifying employees about their layoff status on Tuesday.
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