Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is "OutPlacement"?
A: OutPlacement refers to those services provided to departing employees to help ensure a smooth and successful career transition. Programs differ depending upon company specifications. However, for those in transition from one job to another OutPlacement generally includes such things as: job counseling, resume development, practical training seminars, and office and administrative support.
Q: Why do I need an outplacement firm in a hot job market?
A: Career management services support a candidate's search for the right career opportunity, not just any job. Through self-assessment - identifying an individual's long-term goals - Jobe & Associates helps people put together a career plan with the strategies and tactics needed to successfully implement that plan and land a position for the long term. Market conditions change regularly - an effective career development process doesn't.
Q: What makes Jobe & Associates different from other firms?
A: Our service delivery options, our international capabilities, our responsiveness and effectiveness are the reasons our client companies tell us they return to and refer others to Jobe & Associates. We are a partner to client companies in the business of career transition management. Our mission is to partner with organizations and individuals to resolve problems and uncover opportunities. We support organizations in achieving their business goals.
Q: How much will it cost me?
A: As a transitioning employee there is no cost to you. Your former employer pays all fees for a specific amount of time.
Q: Why would a former employer for this help?
A: Many employers care what happens to good employees they can no longer retain. they want them to do well in the future and to compete successfully in today's marketplace. They know that our assistance helps.
Q: I have a job lined up already. What good would Outplacement do for me now?
A: You may want or need to search for a new job somewhere down the line. Should you decide to take advantage of the Outplacement services you are now being offered (and which may not be available at another critical time in the future), you will acquire skills that can be put to use later, in the unfortunate situation where an employers does not offer you assistance.
Q: It's hard for me to get to your offices. Is Outplacement still practical?
A: YES - Should you be unable to use any of our offices, we can still assist you in your job search through our comprehensive "Online Career Center". To get more details of this powerful tool, click "Online Career Center" in our toolbar then click the "Links" toolbar and go to "Career Partners International". Click the Online Career Center and Demo the most interactive, state-of-the-art career transition tool available. This Career Transition Tool keeps you and your Career Transition consultant in touch 24/7.