However, Bogdan’s most fulfilling experiences occurred in his final two years, leading L&D efforts in Windows. Despite his valuable contributions, Bogdan found himself at odds with the company’s restructuring initiatives. He disclosed that his termination coincided with HR adopting the hub & spoke model for L&D, a concept he had passionately advocated for.

“Unfortunately, when my division already had their L&D team established, there wasn’t a place for me,” lamented Bogdan. Nonetheless, he remained hopeful about embarking on a new career path.

“I’ll begin with consulting. I see consulting as an opportunity to delve deeper into the industry and determine where my expertise can make the greatest impact,” he explained.

Bogdan’s journey reflects broader shifts within Microsoft. Earlier this year, the tech giant announced significant layoffs, affecting approximately 8 percent of its gaming division, impacting about 1,900 positions across Activision Blizzard and Xbox.