Being made redundant is usually seen as a difficult ordeal in professional life. For some, however, it becomes an opportunity for a new beginning. Instead of looking for a new job, more and more employees are using the outplacement program offered by their employer to start their own business. This trend reflects the change in mindset and career prospects in a constantly changing world of work.

Outplacement: the professional support for career transition

Outplacement is a service that employers offer their dismissed employees to support them in their career transition. Traditionally, these programs aim to support those affected in their search for new employment. However, they can also be used as a stepping stone to self-employment. These programs usually offer:

  • An in-depth career balance with skills assessment
  • Training to develop new skills.
  • Personal advice and support
  • Resources for finding a job or setting up your own business

Why choose entrepreneurship?

There are several factors that motivate those affected by redundancy to opt for self-employment:

  • Desire for autonomy: After working for a company, some people aspire to be their own boss and have more control over their professional life.
  • Fulfillment of a dream: Redundancy can be seen as an opportunity to realize a long-awaited project of self-employment.
  • Valorization of expertise: Some professionals choose to use their experience and expertise to develop their self-employment.
  • Adapting to the job market: Faced with a sometimes difficult job market, self-employment is a viable alternative.
  • Search for meaning: Starting your own business can meet the need to give your professional life more meaning.
  • Work-life balance: Becoming self-employed can offer the opportunity to take control of your professional commitments and find a personal balance between your private and professional life.

 

Outplacement: the professional support for the transition to self-employment

Our special outplacement programs for business start-ups are designed to provide effective support for founders:

  • Assessment of entrepreneurial skills: Identification of strengths and development potential to succeed as an entrepreneur.
  • Training in business creation and management: acquiring the necessary skills in finance, marketing, business law, etc.
  • Drawing up the business plan: Expert advice on how to clearly structure and present the project.
  • Networking: Access to a network of professionals and entrepreneurs who can provide support and opportunities.
  • Personal coaching: overcoming the stress and emotional challenges associated with the transition to self-employment.

The challenges of starting a business

Despite the benefits, this transition also comes with challenges:

  • Financial uncertainty: Moving from a regular salary to a variable income can be stressful.
  • Acquiring new skills: Becoming an entrepreneur often requires learning new skills quickly.
  • Time management: It can be difficult to find a balance between the development of the project and personal life.
  • Isolation: The transition from teamwork to individual entrepreneurship can be destabilizing.
  • Pressure to succeed: The success of the project rests entirely on the shoulders of the founders.

OTP expertise for the transition to self-employment

As part of our outplacement programs, OTP supports a large number of people in Switzerland every year on their path to self-employment. From raising awareness of the topic of “self-employment” to drawing up a 3-year business plan, we accompany our clients through the various phases of the project. Most of our consultants have the experience of setting up their own business. This enables them to share their successes and difficulties with our clients. This experience is an added value for overcoming the challenges mentioned above.

If you are also considering the step into self-employment, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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