Changes that demand responsibility, respect, and a clear plan
Downsizing is one of the most challenging processes an organisation can face. More than just a business decision, it is a test of the organisation’s leadership and culture, as well as of its attitude towards the very people who helped shape the company’s story.
Although such changes are often intended to improve efficiency or help the organisation adapt to market conditions, they carry a number of risks: loss of trust, loss of morale, insecurity among remaining employees, and negative reputational consequences. The way a company manages lay-offs has a long-term impact on its employer brand, culture, and ability to grow again after restructuring.
Our Approach
At Profil, we support organisations in managing lay-off processes responsibly, professionally, and with respect. As a partner to management boards and HR departments, we help develop an integrated approach that supports both the company and individuals, with the clear objective of:
- conducting the process ethically, transparently, and in compliance with applicable legislation,
- reducing the psychological impact of the process on both employees and managers,
- supporting remaining teams in maintaining trust and engagement,
- helping laid-off employees re-enter the labour market, and
- ensuring that the change is managed in line with the organisation’s values.
Our approach combines communication counselling, psychological support, outplacement programmes, and career counselling to ensure a considered and responsible process.
Key Lever for Support
Redundancy/Outplacement support
Comprehensive professional support for companies and individuals at every stage of the process. We prepare an implementation plan and communication strategy, equip managers for difficult conversations, while also offering personal counselling, psychological support, and assistance with job search and re-employment programmes for laid-off employees.ijsko strategijo in usposabljanje vodij za zahtevne pogovore, odhajajočim zaposlenim pa nudimo osebno svetovanje, psihološko podporo in pomoč pri pripravi na novo zaposlitev (programe prezaposlovanja).
Read moreCareer counselling
Individual support to help employees shape the next steps in their careers. Through the use of psychological tools, competency analysis, and market opportunities, we help individuals recognise their potential, build self-confidence, and acquire the skills needed to present themselves effectively to new employers.
Read moreBusiness Effect
Such a responsible approach helps organisations to:
