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Layoff Notification Training

Prepare your leaders to navigate challenging layoffs conversations with confidence, minimizing risks and upholding your company's values.

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Manager Notification Workshop

Conducting layoff notifications is one of the most challenging responsibilities a manager faces. Improperly handled, these communications carry significant risks. CMP’s Manager Notification Workshop equips your leaders with the skills to conduct these sensitive meetings professionally, empathetically, and in a legally defensible manner.

 

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  • Why utilize the Manager Notification Workshop?

    Why Choose Our Layoff Training Workshop?

    Without specialized layoff training, managers may falter during high-stress situations, potentially miscommunication of the intended message or exposing the organization to unnecessary risk.

    Preparation is paramount. This comprehensive workshop ensures your managers are aligned and prepared to conduct layoff notifications with professionalism, empathy, and legal mindfulness.

    This workshop is a critical component of effective layoff training, ensuring consistency and mitigating potential negative impacts.

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    Who Benefits from this Layoff Training?

    CMP’s 60-minute, interactive virtual workshop is designed for leaders and supporting Human Resources professionals to master separation conversations. Our expert coaching and resources provide best practices for treating departing employees with dignity while safeguarding your company's brand. Participants will gain essential skills to:

    • Handle layoff meetings with sensitivity and respect.
    • Uphold and communicate your company's culture during transitions.
    • Minimize disruption and trauma for the remaining workforce.
    • Significantly reduces the likelihood of litigation.

Manager Notification Workshop Topics

We tailor the content and examples to address the specific needs and context of your organization, ensuring practical and relevant layoff training. 

Preparing for Reactions and Challenges 

  • Crucial Conversations: Master delivering difficult news to employees with clarity and compassion.
  • Post-Notification Protocol: Understand best practices for overseeing departing employees until their departure.
  • Internal Communications: Learn effective strategies for communicating with retained employees to maintain morale and trust.

Conducting the Notification Meeting 

  • The Notification Script: Understand the rationale behind key talking points and essential actions

  • Delivery Excellence: Focus on tone, empathy, and clarity for impactful communication.

  • Next Steps & Support: Clearly explain key actions and available separation resources.

Planning the Notification Meeting 

  • Consistent Communication: Share a clear and consistent rationale for the layoff decision.

  • Setting the stage: optimize the meeting environment, timing, and duration.

  • Message Delivery: Determine the appropriate personnel and location for notifications.

Responding to Common Reactions 

  • Anticipating Responses: Prepare for a range of employee reactions and emotional states.

  • Effective Responses: Understand common questions and craft appropriate, empathetic answers.

  • Statements to Avoid: Learn what language and reactions can inadvertently increase risk.

Career Pathways & Possibilities

The Definitive Guide To: Conducting Layoffs and Effective Outplacement

Reductions-in-force are disruptive, impacting careers, morale, and company resources. Poorly managed layoffs can severely damage your company’s reputation.

This comprehensive guide offers strategic blueprint, essential tools, and practical checklists for managing RIFs effectively, protecting your organization, and supporting your transitioning employees.

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Elevate Your Layoff Support with High-Value Outplacement Services

If you are seeking to provide exceptional support to your employees during a career transition, please complete the form below. A CMP expert will reach out with contact you promptly to discuss tailored program options and your specific needs.