careerJob Loss
#RI-69aa7d27·3 months ago·
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“Laid off from mid-sized company as GenAI Developer”
What Actually Happened
Laid off despite completing 80-85% of GenAI project due to lack of guidance and unclear expectations
What I wish I knew
"Reporting manager's responsibilities should include technical guidance and clear expectations"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Negotiate a longer notice period to give yourself time to find a new job"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career Category
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Same Outcome Band
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