Laid-off workers should use AI to manage their emotions, says Xbox exec

Microsoft’s comprehensive layoffs announced this week It is especially difficult in gaming studiosBut Xbox CEO has a solution “to help reduce the emotional and cognitive pregnancy that comes with job loss”: Find advice from AI Chatbots.
in LinkedIn LinkedIn is now captured by afterMatt Turnbull of Xbox Game Studios said it would be “limited to not trying to give the best advice I can under these circumstances.” The circumstances here are a large group of Cancel the gameand Services that are closedand Close the studioAnd Reducing jobs across Xbox sections It also places microsoft Up to 9100 employees Through the company.
Turnbull acknowledged that people have some “strong feelings” about artificial intelligence tools such as Chatgpt and Copilot, but they suggested that anyone feels “steeped” can use them to obtain advice on creating a CV, career planning and applying for new roles.
“These are really difficult times, and if you are moving in the demobilization of workers or even preparing quietly, you are not alone and you do not have to go alone,” said Turnboul. “No tool is an alternative to your voice or life experience. But at a time when mental energy is rare, these tools can help you get faster, calm and more clear stability.”
Microsoft adopted a loud voice of artificial intelligence, after declaring plans in January Invested $ 80 billion in Amnesty International Infrastructure Before this last wave of functional cuts. This environment may have made Turnbull believe that its recommendations are reasonable. However, some designs are wider He already struggled with growing workers and Close the studio more The past few years.
It is not clear why the LinkedIn post is deleted, but if the comments are on This bulletin was made to Bluezki It is any indicator, perhaps the creators did not take gently to his suggestions.
You can read the full text for the deleted publication below:
“These are really difficult times, and if you are moving in the demobilization of workers or even preparing quietly for one, then you are not alone and you do not have to go alone.
I know that these types of tools generate strong feelings for people, but I will try not to try to give the best advice I can in these circumstances. I was trying to use Llm Al (such as Chatgpt or Copilot) to help reduce the emotional and cognitive pregnancy that comes with a job loss.
Below are some quick ideas and cases that may help if you feel exhausted:
Job planning claims:
“Work as a professional coach. I have been accelerated from a [role] In the game industry. Help me building a 30 -day plan to reassemble, search new roles, and start progressing without burning. “
“What are the types of games industry functions that I can mutate with experience in [Production/Narrative/LiveOps/etc.]? “
Windin’s appeal instructions
“Here is my current CV. Give me three specially designed versions: one for AAA, one for the roles of the platform/publishing, and one to start operating/driving small studio.”
“Kind this biographical bullet to highlight the effect and standards.”
“Drafting a new section of LinkedIn” about me “focuses on my leadership style, the headlines that are shipped, and a vision to develop the game.”
Networks and communication
“Drafting a friendly message that I can send to ancient co -workers to inform them that I am exploring new opportunities.”
“Write a warm introduction message to reach someone in [studio name] About posting a job. “
Emotional clarity and confidence
“I suffer from Antichrist’s syndrome after accelerating it. Can you help me reformulate this experience in a way that reminds me of what I am good?”
There is no alternative to your voice or live experience. But while mental energy is scarce, these tools can help you not be faster, quieter and more clear.
If this helps, do not hesitate to participate with others in your network.
Keep cute, stay smart, stay connected. “