The Impact of Layoffs on Talented Employees
Layoffs are a difficult and unfortunate reality for many workers. They can result in lost wages, disrupted careers, and financial hardship for employees who suddenly find themselves out of work. The impact of layoffs can be especially hard on talented and highly skilled workers, who may have invested years of time and energy into their jobs.
Career disruption
Layoffs can cause talented employees to lose momentum in their careers, making it more difficult for them to find new opportunities in their field.
Loss of income
Talented employees who are laid off may experience a significant loss of income, making it difficult to meet their financial obligations.
Mental health struggles
The stress of losing a job can have a negative impact on a person's mental health, leading to depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
Difficulty finding new opportunities
Talented employees may struggle to find new job opportunities, especially in a competitive job market.
Reduced confidence
Losing a job can be a blow to an employee's confidence and self-esteem, making it difficult for them to bounce back and find new opportunities.
It is important to remember that layoffs can have serious consequences for talented employees, and that support and resources should be made available to help them through this difficult time. This can include access to job search resources, financial assistance, and mental health support. With the increase in the frequency of layoffs these past years, outplacement is a priority for recruitment organizations to support people undergoing this change.
Our Services
Out-Placement
Hiyamee offers a support program to employees who are being laid off or are leaving a company for any other reason. We also offer proactive out-placement to help these workers transition smoothly into new careers and ensure their long-term success.
The following are some of the key components of our out-placement services:
Career counselling
Networking opportunities
Skill enhancement/development
Job search support
Placement Services
Our Placement Services include all our individual services in one package designed to help you find new employment opportunities and succeed in your careers.
The following are some of the key components our all-in-one service:
Career counselling
Networking opportunities
Job search assistance
Resume and cover letter support
Interview preparation
Skill development
If you are looking to avail a specific service, we offer:
Resume Services
- We offer resume writing, either through one-on-one consultations or through online platforms. These services can help you craft a resume that effectively showcases your skills, experiences, and achievements.
- Resume design: We also offer professional resume design, which can help make a resume stand out and look more professional.
- Cover letter writing: We offer cover letter writing, which can be an important component of a job application and help you make a strong first impression.
- Keyword optimization: We help increase the chances of your resume being noticed by potential employers who are searching for candidates with specific skills or qualifications by offering insights on keyword optimization.
- Editing and proofreading: We offer to edit and proofread your resumes to ensure they are free of typos and grammatical errors.
Counselling
- Career counselling: Our trained professionals connect with you over one-on-one career counselling sessions to fully understand and assess your skills, interests, and career goals, and develop a personalised plan for your next steps.
- Skill enhancement/development: Our experienced outplacement specialists provide support in assessing and analysing your current skills to your desired career role and enlighten you on re-skilling or up-skilling your portfolio.
Interview Preparation
- Mock interviews: As interviews can be daunting, we help you ace and land the job by planning mock interviews that help you present yourself effectively to potential employers.
- Foresight Questions: We curate questions likely to be asked for your skillset and desired role so you are better prepared to ace your interviews
- Unique tailored impressions: We coach you in not just general etiquette for leaving impressive impressions in your interviews but also in ways that showcase your strong skills so your recruitment rate is boosted.