The process begins with assistance in planning and executing the termination or at its completion. Either way, it is a process that is designed to provide guidance, resources and tools to the displaced employee. In today's world, it is possible to offer comprehensive outsourcing programs in an office setting as well as through the use of phone, internet and email.
Today's economy is creating significant challenges for all businesses which ultimately will affect employees. Many are facing the difficult task of letting employees go. Employers typically do not feel good about being forced to downsize and terminate good employees. To help both the employee and employer make this difficult time easier, many employers offer outplacement services as part of their severance package.
Today, in addition to counseling and mentoring, outplacement firms offer assistance with resume writing, letter drafting, how to effectively network and how to effectively use the internet.
