EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 20 MIN
Beyond Severance: What a Truly Compassionate Layoff Package Looks Like
from HR Mixtape · host WRKdefined Podcast Network
In this episode of the HR Mixtape, Dr. Shari Simpson speaks with Steve Jaffe, author at Jaffe Marketing and Publishing, about the emotional and practical impacts of layoffs. They discuss how to approach layoffs with empathy and the importance of understanding the stages of grief that accompany job loss. Listeners will learn how to support employees during layoffs and how to rebuild their own identities after being laid off. This conversation provides valuable insights for HR professionals and anyone facing job loss. • Understand the emotional stages of grief after a layoff. • Learn how to separate your identity from your job. • Discover the importance of a compassionate layoff process. • Identify resources to support employees during layoffs. • Recognize the long-term impacts of layoffs on mental health. 00:00 -- Introduction to the episode 00:41 -- Steve Jaffe's layoff experiences 01:13 -- The emotional impact of layoffs 02:48 -- Stages of grief related to job loss 04:37 -- The human aspect of layoffs 06:05 -- Distinction between layoffs and terminations 07:36 -- Rebuilding identity after a layoff 09:11 -- Gender differences in handling layoffs 10:38 -- Best practices for HR during layoffs 12:12 -- The importance of community support 14:12 -- Resources for those laid off 15:47 -- Financial considerations after a layoff 19:56 -- Final thoughts and advice Guest(s): Steve Jaffe, author at Jaffe Marketing and Publishing. He focuses on the emotional and practical impacts of layoffs and how individuals can rebuild their lives after job loss. Steve has extensive experience navigating multiple layoffs and aims to help others process their experiences more effectively. Keywords: layoffs, emotional impact of layoffs, stages of grief, HR best practices, compassionate layoffs, rebuilding identity, support resources, mental health after layoffs, gender differences in layoffs, community support after job loss
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In this episode of the HR Mixtape, Dr. Shari Simpson speaks with Steve Jaffe, author at Jaffe Marketing and Publishing, about the emotional and practical impacts of layoffs. They discuss how to approach layoffs with empathy and the importance of understanding the stages of grief that accompany job loss. Listeners will learn how to support employees during layoffs and how to rebuild their own identities after being laid off. This conversation provides valuable insights for HR professionals and anyone facing job loss. • Understand the emotional stages of grief after a layoff. • Learn how to separate your identity from your job. • Discover the importance of a compassionate layoff process. • Identify resources to support employees during layoffs. • Recognize the long-term impacts of layoffs on mental health. 00:00 -- Introduction to the episode 00:41 -- Steve Jaffe's layoff experiences 01:13 -- The emotional impact of layoffs 02:48 -- Stages of grief related to job loss 04:37 -- The human aspect of layoffs 06:05 -- Distinction between layoffs and terminations 07:36 -- Rebuilding identity after a layoff 09:11 -- Gender differences in handling layoffs 10:38 -- Best practices for HR during layoffs 12:12 -- The importance of community support 14:12 -- Resources for those laid off 15:47 -- Financial considerations after a layoff 19:56 -- Final thoughts and advice Guest(s): Steve Jaffe, author at Jaffe Marketing and Publishing. He focuses on the emotional and practical impacts of layoffs and how individuals can rebuild their lives after job loss. Steve has extensive experience navigating multiple layoffs and aims to help others process their experiences more effectively. Keywords: layoffs, emotional impact of layoffs, stages of grief, HR best practices, compassionate layoffs, rebuilding identity, support resources, mental health after layoffs, gender differences in layoffs, community support after job loss
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