Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Headcount, hiring & workforce planning · Core

Layoff

Also called: job cut

ELI5

Employer-initiated separation or temporary suspension, meaning varying by jurisdiction.

Used in conversation

“Do not describe layoff as agreed until the operative document says so.”

Pitch context

You will see “Layoff” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches headcount, hiring & workforce planning.

Why it matters: In headcount, hiring & workforce planning, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 2

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