Technophile NewsTechnophile News
  • Home
  • News
  • PC
  • Phones
  • Android
  • Gadgets
  • Games
  • Guides
  • Accessories
  • Reviews
  • Spotlight
  • More
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Web Stories
    • Press Release
What's On

Chinese Sales of Foreign Phone Makers, Including Apple’s iPhone, Drop 9.7 Percent in May

4 July 2025

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

4 July 2025

iQOO 13 Green Colour Variant Launched in India: Check Price, Availability

4 July 2025

The best earbuds we’ve tested for 2025

4 July 2025

Mivi AI Buds TWS Earphones Launched in India With In-Built AI Assistant

4 July 2025
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
  • Privacy
  • Terms
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
Friday, July 4
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube
Technophile NewsTechnophile News
Demo
  • Home
  • News
  • PC
  • Phones
  • Android
  • Gadgets
  • Games
  • Guides
  • Accessories
  • Reviews
  • Spotlight
  • More
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Web Stories
    • Press Release
Technophile NewsTechnophile News
Home » Laid-off workers should use AI to manage their emotions, says Xbox exec
News

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

By News Room4 July 20254 Mins Read
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Telegram Tumblr Reddit WhatsApp Email
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

The sweeping layoffs announced by Microsoft this week have been especially hard on its gaming studios, but one Xbox executive has a solution to “help reduce the emotional and cognitive load that comes with job loss”: seek advice from AI chatbots.

In a now-deleted LinkedIn post captured by Aftermath, Xbox Game Studios’ Matt Turnbull said that he would be “remiss in not trying to offer the best advice I can under the circumstances.” The circumstances here being a slew of game cancellations, services being shuttered, studio closures, and job cuts across key Xbox divisions as Microsoft lays off as many as 9,100 employees across the company. 

Turnbull acknowledged that people have some “strong feelings” about AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot, but suggested that anybody who’s feeling “overwhelmed” could use them to get advice about creating resumes, career planning, and applying for new roles.

“These are really challenging times, and if you’re navigating a layoff or even quietly preparing for one, you’re not alone and you don’t have to go it alone,” Turnbull said. “No Al tool is a replacement for your voice or your lived experience. But at a time when mental energy is scarce, these tools can help get you unstuck faster, calmer, and with more clarity.”

Microsoft has loudly embraced AI, having announced plans in January to invest $80 billion into AI infrastructure prior to this latest wave of job cuts. That environment might have made Turnbull think his recommendations were reasonable. More broadly, however, generative AI is viewed by some creatives as a threat to creative industries like gaming, which has already struggled with growing layoffs and studio closures over the last few years.

It’s unclear why Turnbull deleted his LinkedIn post, but if the comments on this repost made to Bluesky are any indication, creatives probably didn’t take too kindly to his suggestions.

You can read the full text of the deleted post below:

“These are really challenging times, and if you’re navigating a layoff or even quietly preparing for one, you’re not alone and you don’t have to go it alone.

I know these types of tools engender strong feelings in people, but I’d be remiss in not trying to offer the best advice I can under the circumstances. I’ve been experimenting with ways to use LLM Al tools (like ChatGPT or Copilot) to help reduce the emotional and cognitive load that comes with job loss.

Here are some prompt ideas and use cases that might help if you’re feeling overwhelmed:

Career Planning Prompts:

“Act as a career coach. I’ve been laid off from a [role] in the game industry. Help me build a 30-day plan to regroup, research new roles, and start applying without burning out.”

“What kinds of game industry jobs could I pivot to with experience in [Production/Narrative/LiveOps/etc.]?”

Resume & Linkedin Help

“Here’s my current resume. Give me three tailored versions: one for AAA, one for platform/publishing roles, and one for startup/small studio leadership.”

“Rewrite this resume bullet to highlight impact and metrics.”

“Draft a new LinkedIn ‘About Me’ section that focuses on my leadership style, shipped titles, and vision for game development.”

Networking & Outreach

“Draft a friendly message I can send to old coworkers letting them know I’m exploring new opportunities.”

“Write a warm intro message for reaching out to someone at [studio name] about a job posting.”

Emotional Clarity & Confidence

“I’m struggling with imposter syndrome after being laid off. Can you help me reframe this experience in a way that reminds me what I’m good at?”

No Al tool is a replacement for your voice or your lived experience. But at a time when mental energy is scarce, these tools can help get you unstuck faster, calmer, and with more clarity.

If this helps, feel free to share with others in your network.

Stay kind, stay smart, stay connected.”

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email

Related News

The best earbuds we’ve tested for 2025

4 July 2025

GM’s Cruise Cars Are Back on the Road in Three US States—But Not for Ride-Hailing

4 July 2025

The Ploopy Knob is an open-source control dial for your PC

4 July 2025

The Best MagSafe Wireless Chargers

4 July 2025

Galaxy Z Fold 7 leaks may give first real look at the slimmer foldable

4 July 2025

This Is Why Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch Needed Human Babysitters

4 July 2025
Top Articles

Huawei Nova 14 Ultra – Price in India, Specifications (21st May 2025)

20 May 2025107 Views

iQOO Neo 10 Pro+ Confirmed to Debut This Month, Pre-Reservations Begin

8 May 202579 Views

Redmi K80 Ultra Design, Colours, and Key Features Revealed; to Get MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ SoC

18 June 202575 Views
Stay In Touch
  • Facebook
  • YouTube
  • TikTok
  • WhatsApp
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
Don't Miss

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 First-Party Cases and Screen Protectors Leaked: See Colours

4 July 2025

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 are expected to launch next…

GM’s Cruise Cars Are Back on the Road in Three US States—But Not for Ride-Hailing

4 July 2025

The Ploopy Knob is an open-source control dial for your PC

4 July 2025

The Best MagSafe Wireless Chargers

4 July 2025
Technophile News
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest YouTube Dribbble
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of use
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
© 2025 Technophile News. All Rights Reserved.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.