{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Leading Change Conversations","title":"When you have to lay off 90% of your team ...","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1694,"description":"In this episode, Ulrike and her guest, Sally Jones, dive into the challenging and emotionally taxing experience of managing a massive layoff. Sally, had to oversee the reduction of her team from 36 to just 2 or 3 members. She shares her insights and tips on handling such a difficult situation professionally and effectively.\nKey Insights and Tips:\n1. Maintain Professionalism and ObjectivityDetach from personal emotions and focus on the task at hand. Understand and accept that the lay-off, although tough, was necessary and beneficial for the organization.\n2. Adopt a Positive MindsetView challenges as opportunities for growth and valuable experiences. Avoid falling into pessimism and take control of the situation.\n3. Stay Open-MindedBe flexible with the outcome, recognizing that the final result may differ from initial expectations.\n4. Prepare for Team QuestionsAnticipate questions from team members and contribute to the overall Q&A. Clarify your emotions and positions to provide informed answers.\n5. Act Quickly to Manage RumorsAddress the situation promptly to prevent rumors from worsening the team's morale. Understand that people often imagine worse scenarios than reality!\n6. Be Available for Your TeamAfter the official announcement, remain accessible for questions and support. Organize one-on-one meetings to offer both organizational and emotional support.\n7. Acknowledge Survivor's GuiltRecognize the emotional impact on those who remain after the lay-off. Address feelings of guilt and ensure continuous support for these team members.\nHandling a significant layoff requires a balance of professionalism, empathy, and strategic communication. Sally's experience highlights the importance of staying objective, supporting your team, and managing the emotional aftermath of such a transition. Tune in to learn how to navigate these challenging situations effectively and listen to the full episode for more detailed insights and personal experiences shared by Sally.\nJoin us...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/NZsgoWW3F81FDxfSZ3UJMEOSGbAMCgwzJodLi6I0nEA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ1ODgyLzE2OTY2/ODMyNjUtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}