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Microsoft director took a voluntary exit offer in July. Now, he is a construction worker, plumber. What prompted his career change?
After 25 years at Microsoft, former director Shawn Mrzena accepted a voluntary exit offer in July and swapped corporate meetings for hands-on work and outdoor adventures. He has since explored construction, plumbing, product design and fly fishing. Sharing his 90-day experience on LinkedIn, Mrzena said leaving corporate life helped him rediscover the satisfaction of building and fixing things. He plans to decide his next career move in 2027.
Satya Nadella left India for the US on his 21st birthday; how his education led to a 34-year Microsoft career
On his 21st birthday, Satya Nadella moved to the U.S. to follow his passion for education and technology. He joined Microsoft in 1992 and climbed the ranks over 30 years. Since becoming CEO in 2014, he has championed values of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion. His leadership, shaped by personal experiences like his child's diagnosis, emphasizes empathy and striving for meaningful technological advancements.
Microsoft offers exit packages to India staff amid $20.5 billion AI push
While the company has not given specifics of the number of people who shall be covered through this programme, there are around 60,000 employees eligible globally. The decision will be taken by December 1, 2026 and those opting for it will be given a package similar to a standard severance offer, including one month of base salary for every completed year of service, health insurance and career transition services.
An Oregon farmer began stacking rocks at age 52 as a winter hobby; over 17 years, his bridges, castles and miniature landmarks grew into Petersen Rock Garden
Rasmus Petersen created a remarkable rock garden in Oregon after clearing stones from his farm. This garden, initially a hobby, evolved into an artistic monument attracting thousands of visitors annually. Petersen's work faced neglect over the years, leading to its endangered status by 2011. A dedicated family commitment ensured the garden's survival until its recognition as a National Historic Landmark in 2013.
Pramila Jayapal slams Trump’s Microsoft green card suspension, Vance hits back
Pramila Jayapal criticized the Trump administration's decision to suspend Microsoft from a Green Card program. The administration argues this move protects American jobs by limiting foreign employment. Jayapal contended that this undermines legal immigration, adversely affecting many skilled professionals. She emphasized that changes should strengthen immigration pathways rather than restrict them. This decision may hinder America's innovation capabilities by targeting companies that rely on skilled foreign workers.
Trump honours Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella after Vance drops H-1B visa hammer on company
President Donald Trump recognized tech leaders including Satya Nadella with National Medals for their achievements during a ceremony. Vice President JD Vance announced the suspension of Microsoft's green card applications due to alleged visa abuse. Vance criticized Microsoft for laying off American workers while hiring foreign employees. The event coincided with ongoing discussions about the implications of AI on the economy.
Starbucks plans to permanently close five Washington coffeehouses and cut eight jobs at its Seattle headquarters
Starbucks plans to permanently close five coffeehouses in Washington and eliminate eight positions at its Seattle headquarters, as per state filing. The closures in Seattle, Redmond, Spokane and Vancouver will affect 51 workers, with separations anticipated between Nov. 14 and Dec. 4. Affected store employees include baristas, shift supervisors and a coffee leader, while some employees may be offered transfers to other Starbucks locations.
Trump plans to honour Microsoft's CEO after Vance drops H-1B visa hammer on company
The crackdown on Microsoft came under Vance's purview as the head of a fraud task force, but the targeting revealed the tension between the companies powering US economic growth and the administration's efforts to reduce immigration that it says has come at the expense of American workers.
Trump plans to honor Microsoft's CEO after Vance drops an H-1B visa hammer on the company
Vice President JD Vance announced that Microsoft has been suspended from the skilled foreign worker visa program. This decision coincides with President Donald Trump's intention to accolade tech giants, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Vance condemned Microsoft's actions, stating their layoffs of U.S. employees contradict their reliance on H-1B visas, suggesting they misused the system.
Microsoft green card h1b visa program suspension: What is it? What does this mean for those seeking Microsoft jobs in USA?
Microsoft green card h1b visa program suspension: Microsoft is based in Redmond, Washington, near Seattle. Vice President JD Vance said Microsoft last year laid off 6,000 American workers but also obtained 6,300 H-1B visas and almost 3,000 green cards.
Microsoft brings more AI to PCs as it challenges Apple
Microsoft said it was releasing Microsoft Execution Containers, a tool to prevent agents from accessing data and doing unauthorized tasks when running on a laptop or desktop machine. Anthropic, OpenAI and Nvidia will use the tools, Pavan Davuluri, executive vice president for Windows and devices, said at the event in San Francisco.
Microsoft, Nvidia CEOs to unveil new AI laptop at San Francisco event
Microsoft is set to unveil a groundbreaking laptop featuring Nvidia's chips, aimed at bolstering local AI functionalities. This ambitious move intends to transfer previously cloud-dependent complex tasks to individual devices, streamlining operations. However, both Microsoft and Apple face hurdles due to escalating hardware expenses in the competitive AI landscape. This event symbolizes a longstanding partnership between Microsoft and Nvidia, which is crucial for the future of advanced computing.
Former LinkedIn chief Ryan Roslansky to leave Microsoft
Ryan Roslansky, who headed Microsoft's M365 apps, has decided to leave the company. He previously served as LinkedIn CEO until this year, after stepping down from that role. His departure is due to the requirement of being based full-time in Redmond, while his family resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dan Shapero will continue as LinkedIn CEO, reporting to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.
In 2012, Bellingham used porcelain from 400 recycled toilets to build a roadway, diverting about 5 tons of waste from landfill. It earned the world's first official "Greenroads" certification
Cities across the US are embracing creative solutions for eco-friendly infrastructure. In Bellingham, Washington, a unique project utilized porcelain from over 400 discarded toilets to create a new roadway mix named 'poticrete,' making up twenty percent of the aggregate. Meanwhile, the Meador Kansas Ellis Trail project achieved Greenroads Silver certification, successfully repurposing around five tons of material from landfills and marking a significant step in sustainable construction.
Derek Redmond's father Jim who helped him reach finish line after getting injured mid-race at Barcelona Olympics passed away
Derek Redmond's father, who supported him majorly at the Barcelona Olympics especially when he got injured mid-race, passed away on Sunday at the age of 81.
Microsoft plans multibillion-dollar campus overhaul in Redmond equivalent to 180 football fields
While one giant Seattle-area company looks for a second headquarters, another is doubling down on its current location.
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