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Finding and Keeping The Organizational “Keepers”
As we hopefully near the end of rough economic times, many organizations fear and dread an increase in turnover rates. In this issue of Astronology, we discuss what it takes to find and keep employees who will stay with an organization to help it succeed and grow.

Expanding the Definition of Success
By most measures, you're already quite successful. But are you successful on your terms, doing something you love? Consider the possibilities of being fabulously successful doing things you genuinely enjoy doing.
FRANCHISING IN INDIA: OUTLOOK FOR 2009
Downsized by the financial meltdown, Rohit Vaidya suddenly was forced to find a new job. Rohit, formerly vice president at a private equity firm for five years, lost his job in November 2008 after the financial slowdown led to liquidation of the company. Rohit whose family comprised of his spouse and three boys and his parents, needed a steady source of income to stay afloat.

Top 5 Types of Assistance Offered to Laid Off Workers
Benefits provided to laid off workers.
Surviving an Economic Downturn: How to Handle Layoffs Effectively
Sometimes layoffs are the only alternative to ensure your company remains competitive during an economic downturn. When that is the case, it is critical that the layoffs be done in a sensitive and respectful way that also minimizes the impact on your employer brand. In this article, we look at some of the key areas necessary to conduct layoffs effectively.
Downsizing - Some best practices
No-one likes to have to let people go - but once the decision is made, there are certain steps that have been found to ease the transition for staff.
How To Fire An Employee: The Do's and Don'ts of Terminating Employees to Keep You Out of Hot Water
One very common question we get asked is: How do I fire an employee? As a business owner, if you've selected and trained well, set clear expectations, and provided regular ongoing performance coaching and feedback, your need to let go of an employee should be minimal. However, it can and does happen that people just don't fit in with your organization. So what do you do? In this article, we'll discuss the do's and don'ts of firing an employee.

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Severance and Separation Agreements
One topic I get a lot of questions about is severance and separation agreements. Although there's a distinct difference between the two, and some overlap, with some guidance the costs and benefits of both types of agreements can be understood and used to a business' advantage.
Decreasing Labor Costs Without Layoffs
At a time when the nation’s economy is softening, and perhaps worse, many entrepreneurs are considering layoffs as a way to cut costs. But eliminating jobs does not always result in immediate cost-savings. There are often severance packages to finance and unemployment benefits to cover. In addition, the morale of the employees left behind always suffers. There are ways to decrease labor costs that can save jobs, however. And, in many instances, these strategies can save money immediately, keep unemployment insurance rates down, improve or at least maintain employee morale and save jobs.
Questions Concerning Severance & Separation Agreements
General analysis concerning severance and separation agreements from a business owner's perspective.
More Questions Concerning Severance & Separation Agreements
A reader asks me more questions based on my prior article regarding severance and separation agreements.
US Court of Appeals Rules on FMLA Waivers
Summary of US Court of Appeals ruling that forbids the waiver of rights under the FMLA, including in releases signed in exchange for severance pay.
Helping Staff Recover After A Layoff
Layoffs are wrenching for companies in many ways. First, there is the sobering reality that layoffs are necessary for the bottom line. Next come the anguishing decisions about what areas to cut, followed by the unpleasant task of sharing the news. No wonder company leaders want to wash their hands of this matter once they hand out the severance packages.

Negotiating Your Severance Package - Should You?
Given that the economy is not as strong as it could be, many companies are looking at layoffs as an option that will help them to stay in business. No matter how great you are at your job, there is a risk of the company eliminating your position - and if that happens, it’s likely that they will offer you a severance package. Before you really start thinking about negotiating a severance package however, there are a couple of things to consider.
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