Organizations Must Follow Five Crucial Steps When Implementing Layoffs In a Recession, Says HR Advisory Firm McLean & Company

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McLean & Company, the trusted research and advisory partner for HR and leadership professionals worldwide, is recommending that organizations and their HR teams explore opportunities to upskill or redeploy employees wherever possible instead of relying on layoffs.
(CNW Group/Mclean & Company) When layoffs may be the only viable option for an organization during a potentially difficult economic period, there are certain considerations and steps McLean & Company advises HR professionals consider to ensure the process is done with as much objectivity, humility, and sensitivity as possible.
When considering layoffs, McLean & Company recommends HR teams and leaders follow five key steps to best navigate the complex processes of reducing headcount as a means of cutting costs in response to an economic downturn: 1.
Because laying employees off is a delicate process that demands balancing sensitivity, employee relationships, strategic goals, and legal requirements, those responsible for communicating the layoffs must plan what will be covered in the communication and train managers to deliver the message effectively.