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Party on! Companies still hold holiday soirées, though some are less merry

HR Brew

This year, 64% of companies planned to have in-person holiday celebrations, matching the amount in 2023, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas, an outplacement and coaching firm. Thats up from 57% in 2022 and 27% in 2021. However, it is still short of 75% of the companies that held parties in 2019.

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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. Put thought into every decision.

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Teen unemployment is on the rise. Here’s why that matters for employers.

HR Brew

Rising teen unemployment primarily relates to the fact that employers have made fewer hires overall after peaking in early 2022 during the “Great Resignation,” especially in sectors where teenagers are most likely to find jobs, such as leisure and hospitality and retail trade. As such, hiring for this age group will be weaker this year.

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Why 75% of Resumes Go Unread—And How Outplacement Can Help

Careerminds

That’s why it’s important for your outplacement partner to offer more comprehensive, up-to-date resume support that reflects how hiring works today. As of 2022, nearly 99 percent of Fortune 500 companies use an ATS. Looking for an outplacement provider who can help your impacted employees navigate modern resume writing?

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HR in Mergers and Acquisitions: What HR Leaders Need To Know

AIHR

Ensure that these changes are handled with empathy, comply with labor laws and organizational values, and support impacted employees through outplacement services or other mechanisms. HRs checklist Handle workforce adjustments with precision and empathy, including layoffs, reassignments, or relocations.

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CVS’ 2024 Layoffs Will See Over 2900 Workers Make Their Exit

HR Digest

healthcare company has not elaborated on the exact severance packages the employees will be offered but it has provided assurance that those affected will see severance pay and some benefits like access to outplacement services. In 2021, the company announced its intention to close around 900 stores between 2022 and 2024.

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On-Demand Coaching Team Receives Gold Globee® in 2022 Golden Bridge Awards

Intoo USA

We’re proud to announce that The Globee® Awards, organizers of world’s premier business awards programs and business ranking lists, has named INTOO a winner in the 14th Annual 2022 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards. See the complete list of 2022 winners here: [link].