Every organization is challenged to balance expenses, investments and revenue generation. Unfortunately this sometimes requires workforce restructuring and some layoffs.

While managers have always had the responsibility of hiring and firing, what is different about a workforce reduction is the planned selection process and implementation.  Whether you are forced to let-go one staff member or an entire department, how it is handled will significantly impact an organization’s reputation and ability to retain critical staff. With realistic fears about finding other work, a workforce reduction strikes fear in the hearts of most employees. Effectively managing internal stress during this type of transition has never been more important.

We have significant experience working through workforce reductions – guiding management in defining criteria, making selection decisions, developing severance plans, and implementation plans. We provide expertise, experience, resources, tools and templates to support the entire process. We offer management training focused on implementation, communication and strategies for addressing the critical needs of retained staff, the lay-off “survivors”. We also provide budget friendly career transition services for exiting employees.

We understand all aspects of this process from both sides of the desk. Our legal resources guide our approach, methods and tools, and our organizational management expertise ensures our clients are supported in the best way possible.

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