MSFT Cuts Incoming (Patreon)

Long discussed here, the impact of AI! Now Microsoft's plans a May 2025 layoff. It will target middle managers and non-coders, citing not only performance but also a desire to streamline team structures by increasing the coder-to-non-coder ratio. Code for ripping out middle management! Also all employees with "Impact 80" or lower scores in performance reviews.

While AI isn’t explicitly named as the cause, its broader influence on the tech industry is clearly evident. The rise of generative AI has shifted funding priorities and enabled automation of knowledge work—roles often held by those now being cut.

AI tools increasingly replacing tasks done by managers and support staff. Position yourself for what is coming. Embrace AI.