Long Island Outplacement

ABOUT LIO
Anyone can claim to be a career professional. At LIO, we are professionals, as shown by our involvement in professional organizations, our participation in continuing education and certifications. All outplacement services are provided by certified career professionals.

Choosing the right program does not have to be a tedious challenge. Together we can determine the appropriate action plan for your company and departing employees, often at much lower prices than the larger national outplacement firms.

LIO IS YOUR OUTPLACEMENT ANSWER!
LIO specializes in working with organizations facing transitional challenges due to downsizing, restructuring, or layoffs. Always on the cutting-edge of the outplacement industry, we are recognized for:

• Humanistic Approach. We are in the business of helping people who are undergoing one of the worst shocks of their life. We can help them identify and deal with the range of emotions that occur. We strive to create empowerment and get them focused on the future.
  
• Commitment to Quality. Using current strategies, techniques, and practices, we competitively position your departing employees for success. Our staff continuously participates in cutting edge training programs to upgrade their skills.
  
• Affordable Cost and Flexible Programs. We offer comprehensive, competitive programs at a fraction of the cost of larger firms. Whether in one-on-ones, workshops or a combination of both, we offer customized solutions.
  
• Confidential Services. We offer free and confidential consultations at your company location or offsite. During our meeting, we will discuss pre-separation options, cost-effective outplacement packages, and other issues that impact your company’s reorganization efforts.

EXPERIENCE THE LIO DIFFERENCE!

WE WORK WITH HUMAN RESOURCE PROFESSIONALS, MANAGERS AND SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS WHO:

• Realize that maintaining a high level of morale and productivity after downsizing is important to the rebuilding of their organization.
  
• Want to minimize the effect of downsizing on departing employees and recognize this is an area their company needs to address.
  
• Are overwhelmed with various departmental issues and they are unable to provide the coaching, training, and motivation needed to assist departing employees.
  
• Are faced with the challenge of terminating long-term employees who have been dedicated to the company.

ABOUT LINDA MATIAS, PRESIDENT, LIO

Working independently or part of a crisis management team, Linda Matias addresses outplacement requirements for small to mid-sized businesses and develops customized programs, which meet the needs of the employer and departing employees. To date, she has worked with professionals and executives to explore their goals, develop career strategies, create winning resumes, and implement effective job search plans.

Recognized as a career expert, Ms. Matias brings a wealth of experience to the career services and outplacement fields. She has been sought out for her knowledge of the employment market, outplacement, job search strategies, interview preparation, and résumé writing, quoted a number of times in The Wall Street Journal, New York Newsday and has been interviewed by The New York Times.

Ms. Matias has further illustrated her expertise by authoring “Parting Ways: Your Guide to Employees Outplacement Services,” subtitled “Learn about outplacement services, how to select the right firm and effectively handle employee notifications.” In addition, she is also the author of the soon-to-be released "How to Say It: Job Interviews" (Penguin Publishing). She is also a contributor to several nationally published career-related books for major publishers including Barron's, JIST Publications, McGraw-Hill, Simon and Schuster, and Adam Media Corporation.

In maintaining her commitment to the client, Ms. Matias ensures that she stays abreast of industry and economic trends through ongoing education and strives to achieve the highest designations in the career services field. In this area, Ms. Matias has surpassed many, earning the Job & Career Transition Coach (JCTC), Certified Employment Interview Coach (CIC) and Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW). As a certified career professional, Ms. Matias has special expertise in using a comprehensive coaching and job search framework to help clients in their transition and career development.

Ms. Matias is also committed to improving the career services industry and is the former President of the National Resume Writer's Association (NRWA). She is also an active member of Career Masters Institute (CMI), Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC).

Linda Matias can be reached by phone -- (631) 387-1894 -- or by email -- lmatias@lioutplacement.com.