Surviving Corporate Downsizing with Dignity and Grace! [Paperback]

Mitchell C. Baldwin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 22, 1999

A practical handbook that tells you how to gather your thoughts, pick yourself and your self-esteem up and get back into the mainstream of life. Written by someone who experienced downsizing and gives an inspirational twist to what seems to be a devastating blow.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Like it or not, our economic system is becoming increasingly dynamic. Managing change is one of the primary skills required of today's workforce. Himself a product of corporate downsizing, Mitchell Baldwin has created a proactive program---a unique, people-oriented approach to a challenge that will be ongoing into the 21st century. His program outlines how businesses can manage these dynamic, human relation changes to the advantage of their shareholders as well as to their employees." -- William H. Mandy, president & CEO, retired, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

"Mitchell Baldwin puts theory into practice. He understands what it means to go through life-style-altering changes, because he's been there. He handles the issues of downsizing and restructuring, along with the victims, with insight and a positive 'can do' spirit. His ideas and thoughts are direct, encouraging and uplifting. This is a man who has successfully handled adversity and come out on top." -- Susan Story, VP Corporate Real Estate and Corporate Services, Alabama Power Company

Mitchell Baldwin's insight into the human dimension of downsizing is right to the point! He not only consoles the 'victim,' but points out that what some consider a catastrophe is really a wake-up call. It is a mandate that people adopt a process of evaluation of what is significant in life as opposed to what the world considers success. They are enabled to improve their lot in life and go on to better, more challenging things." -- C. Molton Williams, chairman & CEO, Molton, Allen Williams Corporation

About the Author

Mitchell C. Baldwin accepts no excuses and expects the best from everyone he comes in contact with, from the corporate CEO's he advises to the inner city youth he teaches.

A highly respected motivational consultant and President of Smart Talk with M.C.B.

As a "human services expert," a title he prefers over "consultant," Baldwin travels across the nation coaching upper mamangement and employees of top corporations on ways to better "serve" their organizations and their communities, as well as themselves.

Baldwin is the founder and Chairman of the Board of CHAMP, Inc., a youth organization in Birmingham, Ala. CHAMP (Caring Helps Another Make Progress) helps participants increase their self-esteem and prepare for future opportunities. For his work with these children, Baldwin received the 200th "Point of Light" award from President George Bush.

A popular talk show guest, Baldwin also is featured frequently in local and national publications. A Prolific writer, ! ! he publishes a monthly "Motivational Tip" to subscribers.

In addition to his training and motivational expertise, Baldwin is a real estate investor and computer information specialist.

Baldwin is a native of Birmingham, Ala., where he resides with his wife, Gennia, and their son, Mitchell, Jr.

Product Details

• Paperback: 158 pages
• Publisher: Smart Publications (October 22, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966908007
• ISBN-13: 978-0966908008
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,864,401 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, Some Information You Can Use!, June 7, 2000

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Anita Bosley (Birmingham, Alabama) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Surviving Corporate Downsizing with Dignity and Grace! (Paperback)

Surviving Corporate Downsizing with Dignity and Grace opens your eyes to the entire issue of downsizing in Corporate America. If we're enjoying such a wonderful economy, why are so many people losing their jobs? The author, Mitchell Baldwin, offers advice for people who have been recently downsized, and even those who are still waiting for the ax to fall. His financial advice is practical, easy to understand, and it works. I have put into place all of his suggestions and my financial picture is greatly improved. He also offers suggestions about what to do next, how to retrain yourself, where to look for a job, and even how to go about starting your own business, as he did. Baldwin addresses the depression and anxiety one may feel when leaving a job, as well as the guilt that is often felt by the survivors. And, all of his suggestions and advice is presented from a Christian perspective, which meant a lot to me. I advise anyone who has lost a job, or thinks they may be in danger of losing a job, to get this book for their own personal library. You'll want to make notes in the margins!

4.0 out of 5 stars How to "stand up" after the horse you ride bucks you!, April 12, 2000

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Kenneth Kelly (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Surviving Corporate Downsizing with Dignity and Grace! (Paperback)

This book is a must read for any individual who is involved in corporate downsizing. This book gives you a sensitive understanding of how one can associate their identity with an employer. Mitch uses analogies that one can easily relate to in defining how your self-esteem becomes a part of the corporation you are leaving. In addition, he gives the basics of how you can put your life back together. These basics includes preparing a budget to remain financially afloat, reviewing the current situation before making plans for the future, etc. This is a good book that tells a dramatic story of his downsizing before revealing what to do to get back on track!