Published: 28 March 2019
ID: G00432114
Analyst(s): Human Resources Research Team
This Ignition Guide will help HR leaders prepare resources for communicating the rightsizing decision to laid-off employees and engage those that remain employed. This tool will enable you to equip leaders and managers to be better prepared to support ongoing communication efforts.
Overview
Steps
Step 1 of 5: Plan to Communicate the Rightsizing Decision
Roles and Responsibilities
Before You Start
Common Pitfalls and Keys to Success
Step 2 of 5: Prepare Resources to Communicate the Rightsizing Decision
Tasks
How to Set Up for Success
Step 3 of 5: Enable Leaders to Communicate the Rightsizing Decision to Employees
Tasks
How to Set Up for Success
Step 4 of 5: Provide Change Management Resources and Tactics to Leaders
Tasks
How to Set Up for Success
Step 5 of 5: Monitor the Communication Strategy
Review Your Performance
Keys to Continued Success
Recommended by the Authors
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