
In a heartfelt move following his resignation as Intel’s CEO on December 1, Pat Gelsinger has turned to prayer and fasting to show his support for the company’s troubled workforce. Gelsinger, who stepped down after Intel’s board of directors reportedly asked him to either resign or be fired, has been keeping his followers updated on social media.
In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Gelsinger invited others to join him in a day of fasting and prayer for Intel’s 100,000 employees, who are currently navigating a difficult period as the company faces internal challenges. Gelsinger explained that every Thursday he dedicates 24 hours to prayer and fasting, and this week, he wanted to focus on Intel’s employees.
“Every Thursday I do a 24-hour prayer and fasting day. This week I’d invite you to join me in praying and fasting for the 100K Intel employees as they navigate this difficult period. Intel and its team are of seminal importance to the future of the industry and the US,” Gelsinger wrote in his post.
He expressed gratitude to all those who joined him, adding, “For all who are joining me today in prayer and fasting for Intel and its 100K employees, their families, and communities – thank you.”
However, the former CEO’s actions have sparked mixed reactions on social media. Some users were skeptical, criticizing Intel’s leadership approach. One user remarked, “Obviously, the mindset of Intel’s leadership is the problem. You can’t run a company at the forefront of technology clinging to dogmas and prayers. Leadership 101: Create a vision, hire the best people, communicate your vision clearly, and this company will thrive.”
Others, reflecting on the layoffs at Intel, pointed out that the company needed more than just prayers, with one user commenting, “Sir I believe laid off intel workers are still fasting now.”
Pat Gelsinger’s resignation came after the Intel board believed his strategy for the company was not working fast enough, leading to reduced cash flow and increased debt. As the company moves forward without Gelsinger, interim co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle (MJ) Johnston Holthaus have been appointed to lead Intel until a new permanent CEO is chosen.
In response to the upheaval, Gelsinger’s social media activity has centered on his deep concern for the well-being of Intel’s employees, despite his exit from the company.
Sources By Agencies