<ul><li>In 2005, Kapil Kulshreshtha, a Sr. Program Manager at Microsoft India, faced an abrupt layoff with no warning—just a cheque and a door.</li><li>In a LinkedIn post, he shared his emotional turmoil, including anger and confusion, and his initial step of seeking closure by meeting his former manager. He described the subsequent job hunt as challenging but ultimately found a position at Cognizant.</li><li>Reflecting on the experience, Kulshreshtha viewed the layoff as a pivotal moment that pushed him to reassess his goals and career path. He encouraged others facing similar situations to seek support and stay resilient.</li></ul>

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