So a reduction in force (a “RIF”) is basically just a layoff or eliminating of a position. While you can always count the number of humans laid off at companies across America, it is important to consider that eliminated positions could make our recovery efforts even worse.
For example, a company that lays off 2 employees [...]
For employers seeking layoff alternatives:
Consider reducing costs outside of human resources (sell excess machines, rent available office space, or renegotiate with suppliers)
Consider a 5% pay cut (5% reduction across 20 workers = 1 layoff saved with more productivity than with only 19 employees)
Consider reorganizing without any layoffs to go after increased market share as everyone [...]