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HR’s hard choices: Leading through layoffs under the WARN ACT

Layoffs are hard, leading through them doesn’t have to be.

In the dynamic landscape of work, new challenges like technological advancements, economic fluctuations, and global shifts have made reductions in force (RIF) an increasingly common occurrence.

If you’re considering a RIF and your organization employs 100+ full-time employees, the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act may apply.

That means the difference between a smooth transition and costly missteps comes down to planning, compliance, and communication. As an HR leader, those responsibilities fall on you.

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to figure it out alone. Take your first step towards a smoother transition with our newest WARN checklist—your step-by-step guide designed to guide you through identifying affected employees and executing a compliant RIF.

Lead through change compliantly & compassionately here – get our checklist today.

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