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How HR can conduct compassionate layoffs, according to leaders at Starbucks, Eli Lilly, and Strava

HR Brew

Generous support for employees impacted by layoffs, like a sizable severance package or outplacement services , won’t mean anything if an employer doesn’t put thought into how the reduction is communicated. The pharmaceutical giant last announced mass layoffs in 2017, affecting 3,500 employees. “As Put thought into every decision.

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What to do when layoffs are coming

HR Brew

In April 2017, while working as a manager at a nonprofit, Karlin learned of impending layoffs. While HR may not be able to prevent layoffs, she recommended that companies offer affected employees outplacement services, as well as advanced noticemaybe not five months worth, but more than just the day before, she said.

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Onboarding: Take Your Process From Basic to Strategic

HR Bartender

According to Brandon Hall’s 2017 Onboarding Survey, over 70 percent of organizations in the U.S., The outplacement and executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray, and Christmas predicts that hiring in 2019 will be up over the past year. It’s a must-read for any human resources professional. Enjoy the article!). And more onboarding.

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Are Major Layoffs More Common Since the Recession?

Intoo USA

For example, in 2017, over 6,100 retail stores closed. Additionally, in June of 2017, over 300 stores filed for bankruptcy, a 31% increase over 2016. In 2017, department stores eliminated almost 30,000 jobs while merchandisers eliminated over 15,000. Further, layoffs in the retail industry climbed 37% in 2017.

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Meet The 2017 HRWins Top HR Companies To Watch: CareerArc, Outplacement Innovator

WorkTech

The post Meet The 2017 HRWins Top HR Companies To Watch: CareerArc, Outplacement Innovator appeared first on LAROCQUE.

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Are Major Layoffs More Common Since the Recession?

Intoo USA

For example, in 2017, over 6,100 retail stores closed. Additionally, in June of 2017, over 300 stores filed for bankruptcy, a 31% increase over 2016. In 2017, department stores eliminated almost 30,000 jobs while merchandisers eliminated over 15,000. Further, layoffs in the retail industry climbed 37% in 2017.

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Merger vs. Acquisition: Explaining the Differences for HR

Careerminds

Acquisitions Amazons acquisition of Whole Foods (2017): Amazons purchase of Whole Foods for $13.7 Now, if your organization will need to dismiss employees after a merger or acquisition, you should consider partnering with an outplacement provider. billion marked a significant move into the grocery sector.