The term Severance Pay is often confused and generally misused. Severance Pay is simply money provided to an individual at the conclusion of their employment, for a variety of reasons. It could be for a lay off, a mutual decision to conclude employment, or a termination. Severance Pay could also be part of a contracted …
Severance to Pay or Not to Pay, That is the Question Read More »
You may have lost your job already, or it’s something you’re concerned about. Either way, the keys to surviving a job loss financially are to plan ahead, take stock of your income, and cut your expenses. Plan Ahead If you haven’t been laid off, it’s a good idea to plan ahead for that possibility. It’s …
The groundwork is done and you are ready to start your job hunt. The question is, where do you begin? (If you haven’t already, check out last weeks blog post here before reading on). It’s important to remember that this is going to be the most challenging part of finding your next job. It will …
Flipping the Table- How to Handle Being Laid Off- Part 2 Read More »
Its Monday morning and you have just been delivered a message that weighs a 1000 tons. You have just been laid off and today is your last day of work. Emotions race through your brain. What happens tomorrow? How do I tell my significant other? What happens if I don’t find a job? When faced …
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Making the decision to layoff even one member of your workforce is a serious choice with long and short term consequences. We put together a short list of things to help you plan and prepare for a layoff. Keep in mind that there are other items that you will need to take into account when …
Preparing for a Layoff – 4 Facts to Keep you On Track Read More »
We have all heard how our perspective can shape our emotions and thoughts – for both the better and the worse. When it comes to a layoff, the perception from all sides of the table can be one of negativity and worry. But does it have to be this way? There are many reasons why …
It can be difficult to manage employees and run a business. You try to manage with fairness and ensure your employees have a comfortable work environment. However, there are times, despite our best well intentioned efforts, we make mistakes. Sometimes those mistakes can even violate our employees rights and lead to a claim of discrimination. …
Sounds crazy, right? Maybe not so much. Businesses work hard to beat their competitors, and when the unfortunate time comes to let employees go, it would seem that the last thing any business owner would want to do is reach out to their competitors for help. So why is this something businesses should do when …
The terms reduction in force, termination, layoff, fired, and RIF are often used interchangeably, and while a few do mean the same thing, they actually fall into two very different and distinct categories. The basic difference being if the employee had any fault in the decision to discontinue employment. Reduction In Force (RIF), Layoff – …
While I was getting my Masters degree in Counseling Psychology, we had a mantra – empathy creates space. At the time, I am not sure I fully understood the complexity of those three simple words. However, over the last twenty years I have learned that empathy creates an environment where people feel understood and listened …
