We partner with our corporate clients during periods of restructuring, consolidations or retrenchment, to help minimize the impact on people and the corporate reputation.
Our Outplacement programmes help your business lessen the anxiety associated with job loss by providing impacted employees with professional assistance towards securing a new role.
WE WORK CLOSELY WITH EMPLOYEES TO PREPARE THEM FOR THE JOB MARKET
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Our programmes are highly personalized, with expert content built around the needs of the individual and their industry, while taking into account local and international market trends.
As specialists in the South African employment space, TCI provides up-to-date, critically relevant market knowledge and previously unknown hiring insights.
Employee confidence levels are boosted as we assist them to repackage themselves for the current job market.
Marketing materials are optimized to reflect up-to-date career information, showcasing expertise in modern and effective formats.
Interview skills are updated in order to minimize nerves and turn interviews into successful exchanges of information.
Job search resources and strategies are provided to focus efforts and minimize fruitless applications.
WHY CHOOSE TCI?
PROUDLY SA
When you’re dealing with important matters such as jobs and livelihoods – you want a company who understands the complexities of the South African employment market.
EXPERIENCE
We have a deep understanding of the SA job market and recruitment processes, across multiple industries and roles. We know what employees look for and where candidates trip up.
RELEVANT
Our programmes are relevant, shaped from over a decade of face-to-face engagement with candidates, recruiters and employers.
THE EDGE
With the economy and job market taking strain, candidates need to stand head and shoulders above the rest just to be noticed. We give them that competitive edge.
WHAT IS OUTPLACEMENT?
Outplacement is not about ‘finding jobs’ for employees, instead it teaches individuals to recognize and market their skills, embrace change and take charge of their career development.
“When we are no longer able to change a situation – we are challenged to change ourselves.”
Viktor E. Frankl
OUR CLIENTS HAVE A SAY
Working in a large corporation, one meets a large number of professionals in the recruitment industry. Madge Gibson is one of the few that stood out from the ‘crowd’ and who I’m willing to go on record to vouch for. Her honesty and integrity struck a chord with me from the very beginning. I knew that I could trust her responses and recommendations. I know Madge will be a success in whatever she does, and that she will take that business savvy and mindfulness with her. Her level of insight is not something that can be trained. She is passionate about what she does and pours all her energies into it. Could one ask for more? I think not.
KATHRYN SAKALIS
MD: Group Marketing and e-commerce TFG (The Foschini Group) 2015
I have been associated with Madge for several years, as both a business partner and in an advisory capacity. In all her work she brings more energy and passion that is very infectious. She is a consummate professional who is comfortable and confident at all levels of interaction with management. Her credibility and integrity precede her.
NATHAN NATTY MOTJUWADI
Head of Human Resources – Capitec Bank
My time spent with Madge Gibson at The Change Initiative was some of the most productive and worthwhile ‘training’ in my 25 years of working. Thank you too Madge, for your encouragement and ongoing support and advice – you are worth your weight in gold!
NICOLE GRIFFITH
Senior Manager at PwC 2017
Madge’s frank approach and incisiveness showed me how my emotional state, at the time, came across and helped me identify my blind spots and identify areas of improvement and strengths to focus on. The discussions, case studies, reading material, recorded discussions, and the career management tactics have all helped me in my personal rebranding journey. I definitely recommend The Change Initiative for both employers and individuals on career management and strategy. Thank you Madge, for checking in, even beyond the formal end of the program.
DAVID MAGAGULA
Bakery Operations at RCL Foods 2017
I have had the privilege to work with Madge the last few months. Madge is a very talented and experienced professional who added tremendous value to me. Over and above her CV writing skills, she is amazing at coaching and assisting with interview preparation. Madge is easy to deal with, very approachable and professional and extremely knowledgeable about the corporate world. She has a wealth of skills and experience that can definitely add value to anyone in the job market. I would highly recommend Madge anytime.
FAHMIDA OMA
Insurance industry 2021
I was introduced to Madge Gibson of TCI (The Change Initiative) six years ago, at which time she came highly regarded and recommended. I have since had the opportunity to work with Madge on several occasions, firstly in my capacity as HR Director for Johnson & Johnson South Africa, with Madge being our go-to person to provide Outplacement services for executives.
SAMANTHA REINDERS
Samantha Reinders Business Advisory 2019
I met Madge during a challenging period in my career and life, and I am enormously grateful for the guidance and compassion she showed me over that period. Having spent a decade working for only two organisations, I needed a lot of advice on how to navigate an extremely difficult jobs market. She did an exceptional job in helping me understand the technical aspects, but also helped me with the human side of the challenge and kept me positive and motivated.
LOUW NEL
Senior Political Analyst 2020
Madge was a great colleague to learn the ropes from as a newcomer to executive search, given her vast experience in the industry. Her professionalism, dedication and focus on getting the detail right ensure that both clients and candidates come away feeling that the placement process was a pleasure. She shows true commitment to managing a project through to completion. I would recommend her to anyone making a career change. Madge is someone we can all learn from.
