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I was in the final stages of an interview with Microsoft two weeks ago, in partner marketing. Then the recruiter told me they were putting the hiring process on hold to assess the need for the role. Well, then we heard about Microsoft layoffs last week. Seems like most were in Xbox and Project Alpha but there’s not a lot of information out there. Should I hold out any hope that I’m going to get this job? Any insights on how much these layoffs have impacted the marketing org and/or new hiring?
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HR cannot provide that info. They will only confirm that you worked there.
Nobody in your previous employer can legally tell someone that you were laid off. It puts them under the risk of being sued. Dont worry.
Oh gosh, thank you so much. I feel so much better
Seems like taking accountability isn’t your strong suit. Maybe try it.
Again- seem my comment above. Just be honest. I don’t think you should be as honest as you were in this comment to your prospective employers, but perhaps a better approach is to use the experience as leverage in your interviews. Rather than wanting to hide it and from it.
HR will only confirm your title, start and end date. I have not had anyone questioning the reason why I left my previous job in a background check.