New-hire relocation, lateral or promotion-based transfers, retirement, layoffs—any transition involves change, and change can be a time of great excitement, stress, or fear for employees and their families. Transition comes in many forms and may involve a single individual or a group of any size. Vandover’s Relationship Management Team partners with key decision makers to create a plan best suited to the organization's needs and the needs of its workforce. For group relocation or outplacement, Vandover consults with the organization on planning, communicating, and implementing group actions. In both group and individual transitions, Vandover's programs include the following.

Lifestyle Resource Assistance
Relocating to a new area can cause dramatic changes in lifestyle, but Vandover’s Lifestyle Resource Assistance program can help maintain lifestyle continuity. Vandover helps the employee/family identify the most critical lifestyle factors and coaches them through the transition, whether they are moving to a global destination or within the United States. With this support, the employee can be on the job and productive much faster than when forced to navigate the transition alone.

Spouse/Partner Career Assistance
In the world of dual-income families, the success of the entire move may hinge on the ability of the spouse/partner job search. Many times the family is unable to move together unless the spouse/partner has secured employment. Vandover's consultants coach the spouse/partner through the career transition process—from crafting a resume that gets attention to building a network and negotiating the job offer. Coaching support is built around an initial assessment and customized to each individual. Specialized coaching programs help existing business owners, new entrepreneurs, and individuals nearing retirement through the process as well.

Career Continuation Assistance
Any transition could result in a spouse/partner being unable to work or not interested in working in the new location. However, many career-minded individuals want to re-enter the workforce at a later date and must be prepared to address the gap in professional experience. The Career Continuation Assistance program explores volunteer work, continuing education, speaking opportunities, and other outlets to maintain professional experience. Vandover's consultants coach the individual through options for professional development and making the transition back to the workforce.

Career Transition/Outplacement
Mergers, acquisitions, group moves, and changing financial conditions can result in a company being forced to release a portion of their employee population. When that happens, employees may be shocked and uncertain of their next step. Vandover’s Career Transition Assistance program can help outplaced employees take proactive steps toward successful career transition. The consultant coaches the individual through the challenges associated with losing one’s job and the necessary action steps to obtain the next position. Coaching support is customized to each individual's needs, but may include resume development, interviewing and negotiation coaching, networking support, and much more.