Employee Layoff Notification Script
This free guide shares best practices—and a helpful script—to support your team during tough transitions.
What’s inside the guide?
Help your HR team handle difficult conversations with care and confidence. This guide walks you through every step of the layoff notification process—before, during, and after the meeting—so you can support your people while protecting your brand.
Inside, you’ll discover:
Pre-meeting checklist:
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Handle layoffs with clarity and care
Download the guide for scripts, best practices, and a step-by-step checklist.
How to lead the conversation:
What to do after the meeting:
Layoff notification script:
Stay prepared with a simple checklist to guide you through what to do before the layoff conversation begins.
Get expert tips on communicating the layoff clearly, keeping the meeting professional, and handling emotional reactions.
Learn the key next steps to ensure your employee feels supported and informed after the conversation.
Use our sample script as a guide for what to say—and what to avoid—during this sensitive moment.
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