Firing an employee can be almost as tough as getting fired in some cases. It is sometimes a tough task to set aside our emotions and terminate someone from their job. It is a dirty job but someone has to do it. Here are a few tips on firing employees.
- Utilize the Company Support: Before an employee is terminated, your supervisor and human resource offices should be consulted. It should be a company decision and not your own. Get the support of the company so there is no perception of a personal attack.
- Game Plan: You should schedule a meeting with this employee and get in and get out. Explain to them why it has not been working and that they have been terminated. The meeting should last from 5 to 15 minutes and then you should be on your way.
- Expect the Unexpected: Not everyone has the ability to accept their termination and leave the situation. You have to be prepared for tension and aggressiveness. If necessary have security close for backup if things get out of hand. If the employee breaks down and cries, DO NOT FALL FOR IT. This is not a debate, so the decision is final. It is a done deal. Do not apologize, you are making the best move for the company. You can show remorse but do not apologize or pass the blame onto others. Take full responsibility.
- Be Professional: Control yourself even if the employee isn't. Maintain a positive attitude and try to prevent any bitterness
- Move on: After reflecting on what happened, learn from that experience and move on. Do not dwell on the fact that you just took someones job away. You did your job and that is what counts.
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Terminating Employees. 6 Apr. 2009
What a great idea to write aboute firing of employee , as time goes it getting harder to come up with creative and interestin ideas but U are doing great job. I think it is so hard to fire somebody it takes nervs and profecionalism to do it right way !!!
ReplyDeletelookin forward for your nexst post cedric.
Good job!!
Great blog topic. This is the ugly side of business but it still needs to be done.
ReplyDeleteIs something missing on your work cited? I love the Donald Trump graphic. I am not sure if it's harder to fire someone than be fired in these recession times. More voice...have you ever been fired from a job or had a friend fired? Bring in your experiences to the post.
ReplyDeleteImportant post. firing people is a harsh reality of the business world. But it has to be done. 3 problems: work cited is incorrect. Once again you have no audio/visuals. Great donanld trump pic though. Your post is a little too short. 2 posts left. Step it up cedric
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