Outplacement Programs Separating Myth from Reality

Considers methods used to deal with terminated employees and recommends a better strategy. Suggestion that the business of outplacement often lacks professionalism and many of its recommended practices are based on myth and less then scientific research. Criticism of the policy that does not allow employees to remain on the company premises following the termination interview; Three examples of the impact of this policy in action; Guidelines for outplacement interviewers to plan a transition program that is based on reality instead of myth.