Layoffs are bad. You can’t put lipstick on that pig. However, as a leader in your organization, you can do layoffs the right way or the wrong way. Methods and opinions certainly vary from company to company, but TechRepublic Premium has put together a list of some outstanding principles that seem to make sense in most situations. Above all, when you have to do layoffs, follow the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

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8: Don’t get emotional or make false promises

It’s not a good idea to tell employees that you’re suffering from having to let them go. They won’t care — you’re keeping your job, and they’re not. Besides, your efforts at showing compassion may come off as insincere. You’re not doing anyone a favor by saying you may hire them back when it’s unlikely to happen. However, it is okay to stay in touch with someone who would be an excellent candidate for rehire when the company’s situation improves.

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