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I have never met a manager who looked forward to a layoff.  Unfortunately, it's an all too common occurrence these days. Every manager searches for the kindest words, right approach, or best justification when delivering the news, but it's tough to find anything that feels adequate. Losing a job has been likened to going through divorce, and managers know what hardships may lay ahead for ex-employees.  But many employers are doing their best to soften the blow.

Career coaches and outplacement firms are contracted by employers to aid recently severed employees in getting a leg up on other job seekers. Professionally written resumes, interview coaching, networking strategies, and professional document creation are typical components of the service. Good start, but something is missing - a comprehensive, on-line, value driven, accomplishment laden, job preference identifying career portfolio.

Consider using outplacement/career coaching firms as partners in a layoff, and ask them to include CareerScribe in their curriculum. An on-line professional portfolio will go a long way in helping candidates obtain their next position, and will be a permanent asset to them. As previous employees move forward in their search, they can use these career portfolios to present immediate value and stand out in candidate evaluations.

As a previous career coach, I can tell you those services are the hope and motivation that is absent for so many job seekers.  Including CareerScribe brings tangible value to a much needed, and greatly appreciated, service.