Many employers are considering whether it will be necessary to lay off employees. Before taking this step, consider other alternatives that may accomplish the organization’s economic goals, while avoiding the significant impact of a layoff on an employee’s life.
There are many reasons to consider alternatives before laying off employees during rough times. Good employees may be lost through a layoff. Often the productivity of the remaining workers suffers because of the stress generated by their coworkers’ layoffs, uncertainty about their jobs, and increased workloads. On the other hand, employees who see their organization trying to save their jobs, by implementing alternatives to reductions in force, often become more loyal and productive.
Alternatives to consider include...
