OUTPLACEMENT SERVICES

COMPANIES:
TURN LAYOFFS INTO CAREER LAUNCHES

Get Your Laid-Off Employees Hired 6x FASTER

Using A Recruiter's Inside Secrets

The Reality Check

Layoffs are brutal. For everyone involved.

Your company is facing a perfect storm: unemployment claims draining 6-figure budgets, Glassdoor reviews threatening your employer brand, and remaining employees watching nervously to see how you treat "the ones who didn't make it."

Meanwhile, traditional outplacement providers are charging premium prices for outdated career counseling that leaves your former employees unemployed for 8+ months.

Here's what you actually need:
A system that gets displaced employees hired in 44 days (not 255), protects your reputation, slashes unemployment costs, and shows your remaining team you take care of people even during the hardest decisions.

That's exactly what Pounding Pavement 101 delivers.

The Pounding Pavement 101 Program Serves:

  • TECH COMPANIES
    Navigating workforce reductions while protecting your employer brand and retaining top talent

  • MID-MARKET ORGANIZATIONS

    Making tough decisions with limited HR resources and needing maximum impact per dollar spent

  • PRIVATE EQUITY FIRMS
    Managing portfolio company transitions and maintaining deal value through seamless workforce changes

  • ENTERPRISE CORPORATIONS
    Executing large-scale restructuring while minimizing legal exposure and unemployment costs

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"I was offered outplacement services when I was laid off. They did their job, I suppose. Nothing I was doing on my own was working. It was nothing like what Pounding Pavement 101 offers. It was like night and day. My resume now really shows

who I am and what I can do. Everything I was told by Ilene was actually how it played out. It was just amazing how it happened... boom, boom, boom. Listen to Ilene…

She’s good!"

- Sharon, Report Analyst

The Game Changing Solution

Pounding Pavement 101 isn't your typical outplacement provider.

This is a battle-tested, recruiter-designed system that gets displaced employees hired fast because I've spent 15+ years placing executives and know exactly what companies want.

Your laid-off employees don't need sympathy. They need strategy.

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"Many of us have been there. You just lost your job. It feels initially like a gut punch and then there's the lonely and daunting prospect of having to look for more work.

It's happened to me a handful of times. In the past, I would've gone at it alone. However,....we don't have too.

I cannot recommend Ilene's program enough. Pounding Pavement 101 cut my job search by 75% and I was able to secure a new job, effectively a promotion from my last position with double digit percent increase in pay.

It's a solid program "that works if you work it". Additionally, having a coach-guru on your side in Ilene takes the "looking in the abyss" feeling away and replaces it with, " I wonder what cool position and opportunity am I going to find."

I seldom give feedback but in this case, ILENE REIN merits my highest.

My only regret is that I won't be speaking with as often."

- Jules, Technology Leader

What Makes This Different?

OUTPLACEMENT SERVICES THAT ACTUALLY WORK

The Problem with Traditional Services:
Generic advice that treats all job seekers the same, regardless of industry, experience level, or market conditions.

The Pounding Pavement 101 Advantage:
Recruiter-designed strategies tailored to today's hiring landscape, with insider knowledge that cuts through the noise.

THE REAL COST OF LAYOFFS
And How We Reduce it...

Let's talk numbers...
When you lay off
50 employees:

WITHOUT EFFECTIVE OUTPLACEMENT:

Average unemployment claim: $450/week × 26 weeks × 50 employees = $585,000

Severance packages: $150,000+

Potential legal fees: $50,000-$200,000

Employer brand damage: Unmeasurable but devastating for recruiting - Lost productivity from anxious remaining employees: 20-30% decline - TOTAL COST: $785,000 - $935,000+

WITH POUNDING PAVEMENT 101:

Employees hired in 44 days (6.3 weeks) instead of 255 days (36 weeks)

Unemployment Savings: ~$465,000 (80% reduction in claims duration)

Legal Risk Reduction: Comprehensive support reduces lawsuit probability

Glassdoor Protection: Former employees become advocates, not critics

Team Morale Boost: Retention improves when people see you care

Investment in Outplacement: Fraction of your savings

NET SAVINGS: $400,000 - $600,000
(for just 50 employees)

The question isn't whether
you can afford outplacement.

It's whether you can
afford NOT to do it right.

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"Ilene is brilliant. When you are looking for a career, it's so normal to be stressed out and have blind spots. Ilene guides her clients through this seemlessly, and gets them to the most useful actions. One of my most esteemed colleagues recommended her, and I'm so glad she did. Although I've got years of experience, there are so many things I was missing and now know how to approach recruiters and companies with a much more compelling story. If you have the opportunity to work with her, I highly recommend it!"

- Chris, Technology Leader

Company Benefits
That Matter...

  • Slash Unemployment Costs

    Every week someone remains unemployed costs your company $450-$900 in unemployment claims. Our 44-day average placement (vs. 255-day industry average) saves you $8,000-$16,000 PER PERSON in unemployment costs alone. For a 50-person layoff, that's $400,000-$800,000 back in your budget.

  • Reduce Legal Risks

    Comprehensive outplacement support reduces the chance of wrongful termination lawsuits and other legal complications.

  • Protect Your Employer Brand

    When you invest in your employer brand post-employment, it shows potential new stars that the company values its team members.

  • Boost Team Morale

    Remaining employees feel more secure knowing that if layoffs happen, they'll get world-class support to land on their feet.

  • Protect Your Reputation

    Every successful placement reflects well on your company. When former employees land great jobs quickly, they become brand ambassadors instead of cautionary tales.

  • Do Right by Your People

    Give departing employees the best possible chance at career success. Show your remaining team that you care about people even after they leave.

  • Maintain Professional Relationships

    Former employees who receive excellent outplacement support often return as clients, partners, or even boomerang employees when conditions improve.

What Your Employees Get...

The Complete
Career Relaunch System

  • Executive Recruiter Insights Direct access to insider knowledge about what hiring managers actually want—not outdated career advice.

  • Strategic Resume Positioning Resumes that get noticed by both ATS systems and human recruiters, written with insider knowledge of screening criteria.

  • Interview Mastery Training The exact frameworks recruiters use to prep their top candidates—including how to handle difficult questions about layoffs.

  • Salary Negotiation Strategies How to command top compensation even after a layoff, using psychological principles that actually work.

  • Hidden Job Market Access Where 85% of the best opportunities are filled before they're posted—and how to get there first.

  • Rapid Response System 24/7 access to coaching and support during the critical first weeks of job searching.

HOW IT WORKS:
From Decision to Deployment in 72 Hours

We know you're under pressure. Here's our rapid deployment process:

📞 DAY 1: CONSULTATION & STRATEGY

Schedule your confidential call. We assess your situation, headcount, roles affected, and timeline. No sales pitch, just strategic planning.

📋 DAY 2: CUSTOM PROGRAM DESIGN

We build your tailored outplacement solution: group vs. individual coaching, executive vs. mid-level support, and industry specific strategies. You receive a detailed proposal with transparent pricing.

🚀 DAY 3: IMMEDIATE ACTIVATION

Your program launches. Affected employees receive access immediately after layoff notification. No waiting periods, no bureaucracy.

📊 ONGOING: REAL-TIME RESULTS TRACKING

You receive weekly placement reports, engagement metrics, and ROI documentation. Full transparency into how your investment is performing.

🏢 CAPACITY: We currently support companies with 5-500+ displaced employees across all industries and experience levels.

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"While working with Ilene, it is evident that she has a strong passion for helping others to reach their optimization during the job search process. She has customized a proven program that when followed will provide more opportunities to landing a career with better fit. Anyone wanting to improve their successes, in landing a job in an expedient manner should contact Ilene and learn about her proven system which aids in better job searches. One would be fortunate to have her on your side coaching and guiding."

- Michael, Production Operations Manager

DETAILED STATISTICS

The Results Speak Volumes

The Pounding Pavement 101 job search training program has proven to be a great success. The statistics speak for themselves. The Foolproof, Job-Getting, Career-Building System is scientifically proven to get job seekers hired 6X FASTER than searching on their own.

These numbers demonstrate the effectiveness of the Pounding Pavement methodology for job seekers.

When you're hunting for employment, it's much more difficult to job search on your own because you're just guessing at how to find a job.

Why put your career and financial stability on chance?

The average time it took job seekers to find employment WITH Pounding Pavement 101 is 44 days.

The average time it took job seekers to find employment WITHOUT Pounding Pavement 101 is 255 days.

Using the inside secrets in the Pounding Pavement 101 program saves an average of 211 days of job searching - over 6.9 months job seekers can be earning a paycheck if they used the Pounding Pavement 101 program.

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Why Companies Choose Pounding Pavement 101

  • PROVEN TRACK RECORD
    Hundreds of successful placements across industries and experience levels.

  • RECRUITER LED TRAINING
    Coaching directly from an active Executive Recruiter who knows the current market.

  • SELF PACED LEARNING
    Flexible video instruction that works with busy schedules and varying needs.

  • COST EFFECTIVE
    Fraction of the cost of traditional outplacement firms with better results. Group and Private programs are available.

  • PERSONAL SUPPORT
    Expert coaching through every step of the job search process.

OUTPLACEMENT SOLUTIONS
DESIGNED FOR YOUR SITUATION

EXECUTIVE TRANSITION PACKAGES
C-Suite, VPs, Senior Directors

1-on-1 coaching with Executive Recruiter & Job Search Strategist

LinkedIn executive branding strategy

Board positioning and networking access

Compensation negotiation for 6-figure+ roles

Ideal for: 1-10 senior-level transitions

PROFESSIONAL GROUP PROGRAMS

Managers & Individual Contributors

Small-group coaching cohorts (8-12 people)

Industry-specific job search strategies

Interview preparation and salary negotiation

Weekly accountability and support

Ideal for: 10-100 mid-level employees

ENTERPRISE WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS

Large-Scale Reductions

Customized curriculum by department/function

Dedicated program manager for your company

Real-time placement tracking and ROI reporting

On-site or virtual deployment options

Ideal for: 100+ employees across multiple locations/roles

HYBRID PROGRAMS
Mixed-Level Reductions

Tiered support matching role level and seniority

Dedicated program manager for your company

Flexible structure adapting to your org chart

Ideal for: Any layoff affecting multiple levels

Not sure which fits your needs?

Let's build a custom solution on our strategy call.

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"I had the pleasure of working with Ilene as my career advisor and job search coach, and I wholeheartedly recommend her. Her program was outstanding and directly helped me secure the senior technology role I was aiming for. I especially valued the insider tips and tricks from a real recruiter’s perspective—insights I couldn’t find anywhere else.

Beyond the program, Ilene was incredibly supportive and always available. When I finally received job offers, she guided me through every detail—helping me compare options and negotiate with confidence.

The program, Ilene's encouragement, and those insider insights truly made all the difference in my job search. I would highly recommend Ilene to anyone looking to level up their career search and quickly land their next position. 

- Samantha, Technical Project Manager

READY TO transform your layoff process?

Get Started Today!

Stop treating outplacement like a checkbox exercise.

Your former employees deserve career support that actually works. Your company deserves the cost savings and reputation benefits that come with successful placements.

Schedule your consultation today and discover how Pounding Pavement 101 can turn your most difficult business decisions into career launch pads for your people.

Stop Wasting Time.

Start Getting Results.

Every day you job search the wrong way is another day without a paycheck, another hit to your confidence, and another month explaining the gap in your resume.

You don't have to figure this out alone.

Book your free consultation now
and discover:

Why your resume isn't getting past the ATS (Applicant Tracking System).

The interview mistake that's costing you offers.

How to cut your job search time
by 6X starting this week.

This month only: Limited consultation spots available.

No sales pitch. No obligation.

Just insider recruiter strategies you won't find on Google.

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