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Reduction in Force Solutions

Strategic solutions to guide businesses through reductions in force to minimize risk and protect their employer brand.

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RIF Management Support

Over the last 25+ years, CMP has supported over a thousand organizations navigate the risks, and achieve the objectives associated with a RIF. CMP has proven insights, tools and programs to help organizations implement compassionate and legally defensible RIF's.

Post RIF Re-Engagement​ Support

Navigating The Change Curve: Leading Employee Re-engagement After a RIF​

Research has shown that a reduction in force has a measurable impact on employees. The survivors of a layoff experience a myriad of emotions – from fear and guilt to a sense of distrust in senior leadership and the direction of the company. If these “survivor issues” are not managed effectively, it will have a lasting negative impact on employee engagement, retention, and performance. ​​

Navigating the Change Curve is a real-time training for leaders and managers at all levels who need to re-engage themselves and their employees after a layoff. ​​

Drawing upon foundational change management research and decades of experience in managing the unique issues in post-RIF change, Navigating the Change Curve is a one-hour session that helps leaders move themselves and their employees through the predictable stages of Post-RIF stagnation faster and effectively. Navigating the Change Curve.
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Training & Communication

Clarity and fairness from day one. 

When RIFs are necessary, how you communicate makes all the difference. CMP helps develop communication plans and establish consistent, fair selection criteria—ensuring dignity, respect, and compliance. From leader scripts to manager training, we equip your team to navigate sensitive conversations with confidence and care.

What we offer:

  • RIF communication planning
  • Compliant selection process support
  • Manager notification training
  • Consulting and advisement support

Let us help you lead with integrity. 
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Post RIF Re-Engagement

After the layoff, your culture still matters

The story doesn’t end after a RIF. The morale, trust, and productivity of your remaining team need intentional support. CMP helps you rebuild through transparent messaging, change management training, and manager enablement tools—so your organization can bounce forward, not back.

What we offer:

  • Post-layoff re-engagement planning
  • Change management training - navigating through the curve
  • Leadership coaching and communication
  • Consulting and advisement support

Stabilize your culture and move forward with confidence. 
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Manager Notification Training

​In this training, people leaders will learn how to navigate RIF notifications with clarity, compassion, and confidence. The training equips managers with the tools, language, and mindset needed to support impacted employees, maintain team morale, and reinforce trust within the organization.

This is a one-hour session covering the following topics:​

  • Principles of a compassionate and defensive RIF
  • RIF logistics and sequence of events​
  • Script – what to say when communicating to an impacted employee​
  • The Dos and Don'ts of RIF Communication​
  • Rules of follow-up with an impacted employee​
  • Survivor communication​
  • Re-engaging the organization after a RIF​
  • Q&A
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Global Reach. Local Impact.

CMP is a global organization with delivery capabilities across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. We support organizations through every stage of workforce transformation with a deep expertise and a passion for those we support.

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Supporting Your People with the Highest Value Outplacement Support

If you’re looking to support your people through a career transition, please fill out the form. A CMP expert will reach out with program options and to discuss your specific needs.