With downsizing, layoffs, and other retrenchment measures
afflicting both public and private sectors, outplacement consulting
has grown from a minor specialty among human resources (HR) firms
and practitioners into an important industry. Meyer and Shadle
explore changes that have occurred in the outplacement process--as
well as its practice--to provide a clearer understanding of what it
is and what it offers organizations and their employees. Clearly
written and designed to assist management and their HR
professionals, the book provides not only an insight into the
meaning of job loss and its devastating impact on workers and the
organization, but also a way to help lessen the blow to both.
Among the topics explored here are the seven dimensions of the
new careerism, an inclusive definition of outplacement, a complete
and objective review and analysis of the elements of the
outplacement and career transition process, and a description of
the different kinds of assessment typically offered as part of
outplacement. It also provides an inside look into this
multimillion-dollar industry, its organization and markets, trends,
and the industry's burgeoning technology. The authors answer such
questions as: Why does one need outplacement counseling? Why do
corporations pay for it and how much? How do outplacement firms
contact and contract with corporations? How can the outplacement
firm provide consultation to downsizing corporations? This book is
a well-researched practical resource for all organizations and
their employees in this economically difficult decade.
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