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Nearly 7,000 workers in Chicago have been affected by WARN-notice layoffs in 2026, with thousands more in suburbs like Schaumburg, Aurora, Bolingbrook and Naperville, according to WARN filings tracked by Layoff IQ (September 2026). Capstone helps Chicagoland employers give departing employees 1-on-1 help from a professional writer.
Built for the Chicagoland workforce
Chicago’s economy spans finance and insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, food production and consulting. Our writers work with plant and operations managers, finance and insurance professionals, healthcare staff and corporate teams, and help each one show results a new employer will value.
Outplacement packages
Each package is priced per employee. We offer volume pricing for groups of 10+.
Essentials: $499 per employee
Best for hourly and early-career staff
- 1-on-1 consultation with a professional writer
- Professionally written, ATS-ready resume
- Cover letter template
- Delivery within 5 business days of the consultation
Professional: $899 per employee
Best for mid-level and professional staff
- Everything in Essentials
- LinkedIn profile rewrite
- Job search strategy session or interview coaching
- 30 days of email support
Executive: $1,499 per employee
Best for directors, VPs and the C-suite
- Everything in Professional
- Executive resume and executive biography
- Resume distribution to recruiters
- 60 days of support
Custom programs are available for larger reductions, including group workshops on-site or virtual.
Planning a reduction under the Illinois WARN Act
The Illinois WARN Act generally applies to employers with 75 or more full-time employees and requires 60 days’ notice to affected workers and state and local officials before a plant closing or mass layoff. Planning outplacement during the notice period helps employees move on faster.
This is general information, not legal advice. Confirm your obligations with employment counsel.
How it works
- Tell us what you need. Share the number of employees, their roles and your timeline. You’ll get a quote within 24 hours.
- We introduce the service. We give you a short, ready-to-use description to include in separation packets, or we can join a group session.
- Employees book directly with us. Each person schedules their own consultation. HR doesn’t have to coordinate anything.
- You get simple reporting. We send regular updates on how many employees have started and completed. Individual details stay confidential.
Why Chicago employers choose Capstone
- Real writers, not software. Every employee works 1-on-1 with a professional writer, not an online portal or a pile of templates.
- Fixed per-person pricing. You know the cost up front. No retainers or long-term contracts.
- Expertise across industries. We write for technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, government and executive roles.
- Nationwide, virtual service. We serve employers in Chicago and the suburbs fully virtually.
Frequently asked questions
How much do outplacement services cost?
Our packages start at $499 per employee. They’re priced by career level, with volume discounts for groups. Traditional outplacement firms often charge thousands per person or require multi-month contracts. We focus on the services that make the biggest difference in a job search, at a fixed price.
Who pays for outplacement services?
The employer usually pays, and the service is offered as part of the severance or separation package. Employees don’t pay anything and book their sessions directly with us.
Do you serve the Chicago suburbs?
Yes. We work with employers across Chicagoland, including Schaumburg, Oak Brook, Naperville and Aurora. All services are available virtually.
Is it confidential?
Yes. Employee conversations and documents stay private. HR only receives summary information about who has used the service.
Planning a reduction in Chicago? Let’s talk.
Tell us about your timeline and team, and we’ll send a custom quote within 24 hours.
Or call (408) 357-3212 / email admin@capstoneresumes.com
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