What is the best way to let employees know a layoff is coming? For most organizations of size, a layoff memo—also known as a layoff notice—is an important part of the communication. A memo can inform all members of the organization of the news at the same time,...
When organizations go through a restructuring, departments are often merged, whittled down, or eliminated altogether, leading to layoffs. As an HR professional, you play a key part in the layoff process. In addition to taking care of the logistics of layoff meetings...
A business restructuring can be a positive time of evolution for an organization. The ensuing changes, however, often require layoffs that can be emotionally challenging for all involved—as well as complicated to manage from a legal standpoint. One important legal...
While companies are not required by federal law to provide severance pay to terminated employees, many voluntarily choose to do so. This brings up a crucial question for HR experts: how is this type of pay calculated? How Is Severance Pay Calculated? If your company...
When HR professionals talk about communicating layoffs, the discussion generally centers around breaking the news to departing employees. Letting someone know they no longer have a job is no easy task, which is why guides and webinars on compassionate offboarding...
