Microsoft confirmed plans to lay off 9,000 employees globally, with significant impacts on its Dublin base. Senior executive Matt Turnbull advised facing layoffs by utilizing AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot to help alleviate the emotional toll of job loss. He suggested specific AI prompts to assist laid-off workers in reframing imposter syndrome and developing actionable career plans. While the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment confirmed receipt of Microsoft’s redundancy notification, Microsoft did not provide further comment on the Irish job cuts.
Turnbull recommended using AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot to alleviate the emotional burden associated with job loss, suggesting specific prompts to help laid-off workers.
He provided prompts such as reframing feelings of imposter syndrome and creating a 30-day plan to regroup and apply for new jobs without burning out.
Turnbull remarked that during moments when mental energy is low, these AI resources can assist individuals in regaining clarity and focus to move forward.
The government confirmed Microsoft's layoffs in Ireland, receiving formal notification regarding collective redundancies from the company earlier this month.
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