Testimonials
"While career outplacement has demonstrated savings on unemployment claims, our primary reason for engaging the services of NextJob is to assist employees displaced by reductions in force with finding future employment. We consider our employees our most important asset, prompting the Company's decision to add career outplacement services to our severance program in 2009. Offering career outplacement services through NextJob is a valuable management tool and demonstrates our commitment to treat all employees with dignity and respect. Former employees have reported positive outcomes from their NextJob experience including, networking, finding the "hidden job market," the acquisition of new skills, enhanced abilities to self promote, and a sense of hope and encouragement. The NextJob staff is responsive, professional, and comprehensive in their care of our former employees."
— Jennifer, Employee Relations Manager, NextJob Client
"Our recent decision to close our manufacturing plant was an emotional nightmare for many of our employees, some of whom had been employed since opening the doors in 1984. As part of our corporate strategy, Next-Job was brought in to assist our employees with the difficult transition into new careers. Next-Job put together a unique one day event attended by all employees. The format was simple and straight forward: Information on job coaching in the morning followed by a job fair in the afternoon. Next-Job coordinated, with amazing speed, the participation of fifteen local companies for the job fair portion of the presentation. Many of our employees found work immediately as a result of Next-Job and the outstanding effort they put forth. I recommend Next-Job as an invaluable resource to anyone who cares about their employees and their futures."
— Phleet, NextJob Client
"NextJob's job coaches took an interest in each employee individually and encouraged them along the way. We...chose to offer this benefit again when another round of layoffs became necessary."
— Beth, Human Resources, NextJob Client
"The employer experiences trauma in this type of separation as well, but to know that the valued employees are being taken care of by an organization like NextJob takes a huge weight off his mind."
—Phil, Human Resources, NextJob Client
"Having NextJob available to employees that were affected by a recent layoff made a world of difference for both the employee and our organization...The people at NextJob were professional, knowledgeable and compassionate."
—Heidi, President, NextJob Client
"The Healthcare Mission at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) utilized NextJob services to assist management staff affected by layoffs to develop the tools and strategy to help them seek and prepare for opportunities outside of the organization. We found NextJob staff to be easy to work with and very accessible. NextJob kept its commitments, were eager to meet our needs and provided regular updates regarding the progress of individuals who engaged their services.
Those who supplied feedback about NextJob reported that the one-on-one coaching was very helpful and supportive and found the tools and information on the NextJob website valuable, particularly appreciating its accessibility.
We would recommend NextJob for outplacement services"
—Nicole, Human Resources, NextJob Client
"I would like to express my gratitude for the guidance I received from my coach, Kathy Malone. She was an incredible inspiration with an infinite line of information. I desperately needed this in my quest for a new job, a new life. She not only guided me in building an exceptional resume, she supported my vast array of emotions, stress with losing a job along with various personal issues. With her help I was able to land a wonderful job and I now feel I have a very bright promising future. I now am able to move forward without looking into my rearview mirror, that is my major accomplishment."
—Kathleen, NextJob Job Seeker
"I cannot tell you how many people I have bragged to about the NextJob program."
—Josh, NextJob Job Seeker
"NextJob was awesome to work with! I landed a wonderful job opportunity because of them. They worked with me on every aspect of getting a great job... from updating my resume, cover letter, questions to ask during the interview, how to answer questions during the interview, and anything in between. No stone was left unturned and all questions were answered. They are truly committed and care about their clients getting great jobs! I had a wonderful experience with NextJob and will definitely seek them out if I decide to change jobs in the future. If you work with NextJob, they will help you succeed!"
—Stuart, NextJob Job Seeker
"You are at the greatest risk for employment lawsuits at the point you terminate an employee. Therefore, I advise clients to explore outplacement as a way to minimize risks."
—Paula Barran, Labor and Employment Attorney for Barran Liebman, LLP
"I have just completed my first week at my new job!!! I am thrilled to say that this job is even better than the one I was laid off from at OHSU in Portland, Oregon just over two months ago.
I worked diligently with Terri Shephard to remarket myself. She was fantastic each step of the way. We worked at my pace with continuing encouragement from Terri. Your website is very helpful as well. I would recommend Next-Job to anyone looking to change careers or get a new job. Please feel free to use me as a reference.
Thanks to Terri for her patience an thoroughness along with way!
All the best to you and your company!"
—Julie, NextJob Job Seeker
"Thank you for the help. NextJob is a really nice help aide, clear, clean, & no useless info to clutter the site. Thank you so much!
You're the best!"
—Jennifer, NextJob Job Seeker
"During my unemployment, I knew I had the drive and perseverance to find a new job. However, Next Job and Chris were able to give me the strengths and keys to a resume that screamed, hire me!"
—Chris, NextJob Job Seeker
"During my recent experience with corporate downsizing I was fortunate to have been assigned Kathryn Kemp as my Job Coach. I found Kathryn to be the consummate, results oriented professional in:
- Assisting me in building my resume
- Preparing for interviews
- Planning and putting into effect my marketing plan
- Working with me as a mentor and coach
—Russ, NextJob Job Seeker
"I know our previous employee appreciated the opportunity to work with NextJob on her outplacement and as a result will be better prepared for her next role."
— Christi, Vice President, NextJob Client
Employers and job seekers alike are praising NextJob's services.
