What would be the best way to request to be laid off...or isn’t there one?
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There will not be voluntary in MSP site as it is a “strategic site.” They will be hiring a lot of attorneys there to do editorial work for people that do not relocate from Rochester or other sites. So if you are in MSP and editorial no voluntary. If you are in one of the sites that are relocating work to MSP and you want a severance package you should make that known to management.
We’re not talking about Rochester.
I’m the one that gave the advice and I’m not a plant. Personally, I would NOT volunteer myself as my life situation has changed. But I would have years ago!
Anyway it was just a hypothetical suggestion to a hypothetical scenario.
I would volunteer as tribute in a heartbeat. There are lots of talented people that want nothing more than to try and stay at TR for life. I have lost respect for TR and have concluded that this is not a place for me to plant roots due to how they have handled this situation. I would much rather leave with a severance and open up a spot for someone who still wants to be here.
Rochester is a complete office shut down. I doubt anyone there needs to "volunteer" to leave. As for the reference to 2009, you don't want to be looking for a job after the market has dried up. Job market is supposed to be good, but things can change very quickly.
It is possible that this site is being trolled by predators. Keep that in mind when you think of the suggestions/advice that is being offered.
First to be rif’ed??? There have already 4-500 laid off in Rochester. I counted just 20 people laid off in my floor this week. We’re past 2009. This is a purge.
What would your director think if you asked to part of a pool to be laid so you can get severance? First of, you should only do this if you got another position in place. Secondly, they might be relieved that they don’t have to think of another name. If they’re not keen on the idea, you assert you will continue to be a top producer.
Some people have put in many years here. Working diligently and honorably I might add. They don’t want to leave $$$ on the table by quiting without a package. Rightfully so.
It is a possibility that the first to be RIF'd may receive the most generous severance and be most likely to find better jobs. It really depends on whether we're embarking on 2009 again.
As for a "good relationship with your director," I personally wouldn't trust anyone, particularly if you still need to work to pay bills and support your family. Also, imagine your Director's impression of you if you volunteer to go. If you stay, how will your future look? Think ahead and don't just succumb to your present emotions.
“its being dictated down to them by an outside org crunching numbers”
My director got a number to cut, the director then made the choices.
“There may be no severance if you volunteer to go. “
If you have a good relationship with your director, you ask nicely. They would have to keep it to themselves that you “volunteered.”
A colleague already asked HR they replied with that’s not we do things around here. IF you want to quit you can do that.
What's sad is that these directors are forced to get rid of their own people and in the end, the company then gets rid of them. Nonetheless, there are some who end up getting promoted, because they are so "loyal" (i.e., willing to do the company's dirty work without question).
I disagree with the advice given. There may be no severance if you volunteer to go. It could be twisted as a resignation. Personally, I would stick it out and start looking for another job. How great would it be to have severance and then start a new job. You have earned your severance.
except directors aren't the ones making these choices. its being dictated down to them by an outside org crunching numbers
It’s a good question. Some people do want out of this place but they don’t want to leave without a severance considering they’ve put so many years here.
If your department is one that’s being slimmed down, talk to your director. Ask to be put on the list. Makes their job easier, one less decision to make.