Post Layoffs Playbook

After a layoff, your team is going to be shook. Now that you’ve downsized the team, they’re going to have to do even more with less resources. Here’s a quick 5 step playbook that you can leverage.

Give respect and recognition to exits

Don’t be like Google and layoff 20+ year employees in a cold email. Use empathy and tact when conducting exits.

Move into triage mode

Focus on the bleeding and highest priority issues. Distractions need to be cut out. Eliminate any waste that you encounter.

Activate your star performers

With a resource gap, A Players can step up to fill the void. Identify them and give them increased scope. As they outperform, reward them accordingly.

Double down on what’s working

Analyze your business and see what’s working. Invest in these areas.

Avoid burnout

Layoffs are stressful for everyone involved - employees, managers and leadership. As a leader, use your executive coach, advisory board and Chief of Staff to help you stay sane through tough times.

Connect with me on LinkedIn here to discuss strategies for leading your team through layoffs and effectively managing the transition to ensure resilience and continued success.