We’re currently downsizing our organization. Any advice?

You’re not alone. We are seeing more companies in this position. And it’s a difficult one to be in. The first thing to remember is that the people affected are told first; that includes those let go and those staying. Sometimes information leaks out and people hear rumours from the grapevine. Or – worse – they hear the truth from media or other sources. This should never happen.

In addition, telling those left behind how the business will cope with the reduced head count is vital – they are likely to be demotivated, terrified of losing their jobs and worried about having to take on someone else’s workload. They may even have survivor’s guilt.