- Pabout 3 hours ago
Supporting Teams After Layoffs
After a downsizing, it's easy to focus solely on the logistics and forget about the emotional fallout for those who stay. I read an article on theconsultnow.com that described this as 'layoff survivor syndrome' — the guilt, stress and fear that remain after colleagues are let go. In my experience, acknowledging those feelings and offering space to process them is essential. We set up open office hours with HR, encouraged managers to check in one-on-one, and hosted a few mental health webinars. It wasn't perfect, but it helped people feel less alone. I'd love to hear your strategies for rebuilding morale after layoffs. Do you send out surveys, bring in counselors, host team-building events? How do you help employees feel secure when they worry they might be next?