Being laid off is a painful process for those affected. But what about the HR managers who have to carry out these layoffs? How do they cope with this situation? During a layoff process, HR leaders are in the spotlight: although their scope of action is often limited, they are the ones who significantly and visibly shape the process. On one hand, they will feel the criticism from the workforce regarding the management's decisions, and on the other hand, they will have to respond to wrongful termination lawsuits. This ambivalence is something HR leaders often have to deal with over an extended period. This book illustrates how differently these leaders handle their jobs and to what extent they actually experience stress.