Outplacement & Career Transition Services
Flourish Career Consulting partners with employers to provide personalized outplacement and career transition support for departing employees. Whether you’re managing an individual departure or a broader workforce transition, we can tailor the support to your organization and the people involved.
Employees can receive one-on-one help with career direction, resumes and LinkedIn, job-search strategy, and interview preparation. Services are available in person in Vancouver and online across Canada.
How Outplacement Works
You don't need to have every detail worked out before contacting us. We'll work with you to decide what level of support makes sense for your organization and the employees involved.
Step 1: Talk to us about the transition
Step 2: We'll help you plan
Step 3: Connect employees with us
Outplacement Services - What's Included?
- Career coaching and career direction
- Resume and cover letter writing
- LinkedIn profile development
- Job search and networking strategy
- Interview preparation and coaching
- Career and leadership assessments
- Salary and compensation negotiation
Outplacement Services With Flourish Career Consulting Can Include:
Career Coaching & Planning
Many departing employees know exactly what they want to do next. Others need help figuring that out and making a plan, especially if they’ve been in the same role or industry for a long time.
Through one-on-one career coaching, we help employees clarify their career direction when needed and develop a practical job search and networking strategy. Sessions can also cover educational planning, salary and compensation negotiation, or leadership development when those areas are relevant to the employee’s goals.
Resume Writing & Personal Branding
One of the most valuable parts of outplacement support is helping employees develop effective resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles. We help them identify their target roles, understand what employers are looking for, and present their skills and accomplishments accordingly.
Depending on the services agreed with the employer, employees can receive guidance on updating their own materials, professionally written documents developed by our writers, or both.
Human Resources Expertise
Flourish Career Consulting's approach to outplacement is informed by experience in Human Resources Management, employee transitions, and recruitment. We understand the pressures employers face during layoffs, as well as the different concerns departing employees may bring to their first session. This background also gives us firsthand insight into how hiring teams assess candidates, which informs the resume, job-search, and interview support employees receive.
Not everyone is ready to jump straight into resume writing. Some employees need help considering their options; others have a clear direction and want practical job-search support. Our HR perspective helps us recognize those differences and tailor the support accordingly.
Job Search Strategy & Compensation Negotiation
A strong resume is only one part of finding the next opportunity. We help employees identify suitable roles, develop a practical job search and networking strategy, and decide where to focus their time.
When an offer comes in, coaching can also guide employees through evaluating the salary and compensation package and preparing for negotiation.
Interview Preparation
Interview coaching is tailored to the positions employees are pursuing. We use the job posting to identify what the employer is looking for, then coach employees on preparation techniques such as choosing relevant examples and structuring clear answers that show how their experience fits the role.
Mock interviews give employees a chance to practise out loud and receive feedback on how they discuss their accomplishments and handle challenging questions.
In-Person Consultations
Online Education & Training
Why Organizations Offer Outplacement & Career Transition Support
Protects Employer Reputation
Supports a Constructive Exit
Maintains Employee Morale
Helps Employees Move On
Workforce transitions can be difficult for employees. We offer supportive career transition services to help impacted employees move forward with clarity.
About Flourish Career Consulting
Vida Thomson, CPHR | Founder & Career Consultant
I founded Flourish Career Consulting after more than 10 years working in Human Resources Management, including supporting employee transitions. That experience helps me understand the pressures employers face during workforce changes, as well as the different concerns employees may bring to their first session.
At Flourish, we combine career coaching, resume writing, job search support, and interview preparation to help departing employees plan their next steps and put those plans into action. The support each person receives depends on their goals and the services arranged with their employer.
With experience supporting career transitions across a wide range of industries and roles, Flourish partners with organizations to guide employees through change in a clear, supportive way.
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