Leading after a Layoff |
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Author:
| Salemi, Ray |
ISBN: | 978-1-59337-233-0 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2004 |
Publisher: | Adams Media Corporation
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $14.95 |
Book Description:
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Managers dealing with a layoff are fighting the twin forces of employee discontent and upper management pressure. The surviving employees must grapple with the emotions of shock, fear, and betrayal, while upper management pushes for immediate results so they can declare the layoff a success. Many managers and supervisors get stuck in the middle with no formal training on how to maintain productivity and morale during this difficult time. Leading After a Layoff guides managers through...
More DescriptionManagers dealing with a layoff are fighting the twin forces of employee discontent and upper management pressure. The surviving employees must grapple with the emotions of shock, fear, and betrayal, while upper management pushes for immediate results so they can declare the layoff a success. Many managers and supervisors get stuck in the middle with no formal training on how to maintain productivity and morale during this difficult time. Leading After a Layoff guides managers through this process, helping their teams regroup, rethink, and rebuild. Outlining five essential skills that managers can use, this practical book from the trenches shows how to: * Help direct reports cope with-and move past-company terminations * Ease concerns about future layoffs * Accomplish more work with fewer people * Instill trust and bolster motivation * Quickly redefine roles and job parameters.