In this episode, experienced line manager Stuart Betteridge shares his honest and practical perspective on leading teams through redundancy. From being put at risk himself to supporting others, Stuart offers valuable insights into what HR teams can do to best support their managers. We discuss the importance of visibility, empathy, and strong HR-manager partnerships, as well as the challenges of selection, supporting survivors and balancing the need to follow a process.

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In this episode of Redundancy Matters, career coach and outplacement specialist June Hogan explores how redundancies affect the “survivors” left behind. Discover the emotional impact on remaining employees, practical ways to re-engage teams, and the essential role HR plays in rebuilding trust and morale. If you’re leading your organisation through change, this

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In this episode, June Hogan tackles a key challenge: how to get managers to step up during redundancies. Learn why manager buy-in matters and what HR teams can do to shift the mindset from box-ticking to people-focused leadership. June shares practical strategies to involve leaders early, build emotional awareness, and shape a culture of care so no one feels like just a number when it matters most.

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In this episode June Hogan shares how to build a compelling business case for outplacement support even when budgets are tight. Discover how to respond to leadership pushback, highlight commercial and cultural benefits, and position outplacement as a strategic investment.

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Telling someone their job is at risk is a defining moment and one that will be remembered long after the process ends. In this episode June Hogan lays out what line managers need to know before stepping into a consultation meeting. The words you choose, the way you show up, the space you create, it all matters. Prepare well, lead with care and never forget the human in the room.

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The consultation period can feel like limbo, but it’s also a chance to pause, reflect, and prepare. In this episode I share how HR professionals can support colleagues at risk. From gathering achievements to seeking feedback and leaving well, we’ll explore practical ways to help people take control of what comes next. Because how someone leaves matters and your support can shape how they begin their next chapter.

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In this episode June explores the vital role of empathy in redundancy. June shares personal insights and practical advice on how HR teams and line managers can support people with care. She explores the difference between empathy and sympathy, and why listening without fixing is key to a compassionate approach.

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