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Are Major Layoffs More Common Since the Recession?

Intoo USA

From late 2007 until the summer of 2009, the U.S. Although the economy began growing in 2009, the effects of the recession can still be felt today, changing the way we work and keep (or not keep) our jobs. In the first quarter of 2019, major layoffs increased 35% over the previous year, the highest level since 2009, according to CNBC.

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Recession-Proofing Your Talent Strategy — EMBARC 2019 Session Recap

Intoo USA

How can you as an HR professional prepare for this and other big economic shifts that are sure to come? Here are the highlights from their session to help you prepare your organization for a recession: Communicate issues and solutions clearly and transparently. Forward-thinking companies can mobilize their employees to find solutions.

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Recession-Proofing Your Talent Strategy — EMBARC 2019 Session Recap

Intoo USA

How can you as an HR professional prepare for this and other big economic shifts that are sure to come? Here are the highlights from their session to help you prepare your organization for a recession: Communicate issues and solutions clearly and transparently. Forward-thinking companies can mobilize their employees to find solutions.

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Are Major Layoffs More Common Since the Recession?

Intoo USA

From late 2007 until the summer of 2009, the U.S. Although the economy began growing in 2009, the effects of the recession can still be felt today, changing the way we work and keep (or not keep) our jobs. In the first quarter of 2019, major layoffs increased 35% over the previous year, the highest level since 2009, according to CNBC.

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3 Keys to Protecting Your Brand During Layoffs: Lessons from HR Leaders

Intoo USA

The stock market just posted its worst January since 2009. But regardless of the macroeconomic climate, in boom or bust, all companies experience turnover – and all HR leaders need to be prepared to act as the stewards of their employer brand during these volatile times. There’s a bit of uncertainty in the air.

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Retail Layoffs: How to Protect Your Brand During a Reduction in Force

Intoo USA

In 2018, companies let go of 98,563 employees in the retail sector — the highest number of people since 2009. Disgruntled employees can take to social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook and share their experiences with the world, including your target customers and job candidates. What’s causing this alarming trend?

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3 Keys to Protecting Your Brand During Layoffs: Lessons from HR Leaders

Intoo USA

The stock market just posted its worst January since 2009. But regardless of the macroeconomic climate, in boom or bust, all companies experience turnover – and all HR leaders need to be prepared to act as the stewards of their employer brand during these volatile times. There’s a bit of uncertainty in the air.