1. What can managers embarking on an organizational downsizing do to minimize the impact of the process on the "survivors" of downsizing?

1. Discuss the effect of the "Amazon Effect" on the workplace of the future.

1. "It is a lot harder downsizing unionized employees." Do you agree with this statement? Discuss some of the challenges associated with downsizing in a union environment.

1. What is the "psychological contract"? Why has it changed over the past 25 years? When considering the next 10 years, what changes to the psychological contract do you envision?

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Minimizing Impact on Survivors of Downsizing Communication Maintain open and transparent communication throughout the downsizing process Provide clear explanations for the reasons behind the downsizin... View the full answer