The latest layoff 'perk': Extra help with your next career move
Canva is joining a handful of employers offering more robust support to help the workers they laid off find new jobs or start businesses.
Canva, the design software company, has announced it will provide $10,000 grants, interview preparation, and additional career resources to its 1,200 laid-off employees. This generous exit package goes beyond typical severance and healthcare coverage, aiming to support workers as they navigate a challenging job market. HR experts say these substantial support measures can minimize backlash, maintain positive morale among remaining staff, and potentially turn former employees into advocates for the company.
Some major employers, like Verizon and Chevron, have also stepped up their career assistance for laid-off workers, offering reskilling funds and educational reimbursements. This trend reflects the growing recognition among businesses that laying off employees requires a more compassionate approach, especially as AI reshapes the skills workers need.
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