Learning Curve

We are moving closer to the redundancies. The majority happen a week from tomorrow. As a result, there is a big learning curve for those staying behind. And that's difficult enough where the redundant person is cooperative. But, for those who are left behind with no redundant person to guide them, it's almost impossible.

One of my colleagues is currently trying to carry out a task that a redundant person has taught him. She's off today, so it's the first time he's had to do the job alone. In addition, the company owner's son is working alongside him to learn the process. As a result, of course, everything's almost guaranteed to go wrong, as he's finding!

Me? Well at least I know some of the tasks I've taken over. My problem is a clash of interests on the part of other people here. In addition, the person made redundant managed to find another job early and has left. As for a handover, there was'nt much. And, of course, there has been a lot to sort out since she left. This is a busy department.

Learning curve, it's called. Yet, how much learning has anyone been able to do?

Will it work? Most people are becoming aware of how much work they will be left with.

Personally, I've seen this before. I worked for a company that was really run down; flat management structure, no investment. Eventually, the company closed. That's what those left behind are worried about. One of two things will happen. Either it will be a roaring success, or it will be a dismal failure. Most people are anticipating the latter!