Offer Resources
Provide any resources the laid-off employee can take advantage of to help him in his search for new employment. Offer to write a letter of recommendation or inform him of potential business contacts he can get in touch with for networking purposes. Be supportive and understanding of the employee during this difficult time but avoid promising anything you cannot follow up on. Ensure the employee understands the layoff was not personal and the company is sincerely interested in his continued success.