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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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Accenture, you good mate? Too much turkey?
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They may not want to bother you while you are on leave.
Technically while you’re on leave, you’re supposed to be off-limits comms wise.
Yes it’s weird. Can you text your manager? Or HR?
I didn’t either! It wasn’t a problem at all. As long as they know your return date I don’t know what else you would need to know.
It’s normal. They’re not supposed to contact you while you’re on leave. But you can reach out to them and remind them what date you’re coming back!
Soak in those last few days :)
Legally, they may not be able to communicate with you while you are on leave. My manager and I weren’t super close. When I returned, she told me she didn’t want to me feel obligated to respond to her texts while I was on leave. Just enjoy it and don’t overthink it.
Did your manager get laid off? Seriously! Have you texted any coworkers?
No they are still there, I confirmed with one of my coworkers! But this did go through my mind since you really never know these days…
Enjoy your time off and don’t worry.