Outplacement

A.J. O’Connor Associates has managed outplacement engagements worldwide for 25 years. We offer a range of programs to enable organizations to immediately engage exiting employees and shift their focus towards the future. Outplacement services are designed to reduce the risks and minimize disruption within an organization’s workforce. Companies who provide outplacement are less likely to be faced with separation-related litigation. In addition, treating former employees with dignity, and offering them tangible help in continuing their careers sends a powerful motivational message to the rest of the organization. As a result, companies who provide outplacement are more likely to maintain or increase productivity, and more likely to increase profitability. The cost of gaining these financial and psychological advantages averages less than the total costs of separation.

Whether you are transitioning one individual or an entire division, AJO provides career transition support to meet your objectives and delivery requirements. Major components included in our programs are:

• An assigned Senior Consultant/Campaign Manager
• Access to an online career transition community, available 24/7 – a portal to information, tools, and resources
• Career strategy exploration, development, and implementation
• Developing effective marketing tools (resume, biography, cover letters, etc.)
• Myers-Briggs assessment of strengths and weaknesses
• Coaching to develop networking, interviewing, and communication skills
• Developing a personalized marketing plan
• Approaching the job market/re-entry process
• Negotiating strategies
• Cultivating entrepreneurship
• Assimilation coaching