๐Ÿข Crisis Management Script

What to Say - Layoff / Difficult Conversation Script

High empathy, zero ambiguity. A script for communicating a layoff while preserving dignity and remaining professionally clear. Free to use โ€” customize and start reading with our teleprompter in seconds.

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[Name], I have some difficult news to share. As of today, your role with [Company] is being impacted as part of a [Restructuring/Reduction in force]. This is a business decision and is not a reflection of your individual performance. [Pause. Let it sink in.] I know this is a lot to take in. Here is what happens next. We are providing a severance package that includes [Severance Detail 1] and [Severance Detail 2] to support your transition. My priority today is making sure you have clarity on your benefits and next steps. I've prepared a folder with all the details, and [HR Contact Name] is standing by to walk through the specifics. I want to thank you for [Specific Contribution]. I am truly sorry we've had to come to this decision.