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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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I got a remote L6 SWE offer at Google but the RSUs are too low for that level ($625k over 4 years), could not negotiate it higher. I’ve accepted the offer but trying to be hopeful that I could make it more equitable in the future if I perform well. Are stock refreshers based on the initial RSU grant or solely based on performance? Google
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Don’t beat yourself up, statistically most don’t even make it to the interview stage.
If what you’re saying is true then you probably did get places in the no hire category. They won’t block you, you’re free to apply to other roles but getting no-hire is likely not going to incentivize them to go head hunt internally for you.
There’s no shame in pausing to ask if you’re being clear, I’ve had people do that with me and I have always seen it as they are able to read my expression that I’m confused, which is a plus. If you find yourself in this spot just pause and ask, then start over only bringing forward the key points. Think ELI5, and TL;DR.
My advice is to keep in touch with said recruiter, work on the STAR method, work on your story telling, and try again!
Plenty of people don’t get in on their first try! You’ll likely be sidelined for 6 months so you show growth in the next interviews. Use that time to practice and hone your narrative. This only really applies to a single job ladder so you can apply to other types of roles and this interview shouldn’t affect that.