Letting Go Of Employees: Protocols And Basic Etiquette
Letting go of any employee is difficult for management. But such a decision is often necessary to business growth and staff productivity. Management should therefore do it as gracefully as possible. Here’s how: Be direct and firm Avoid being longwinded with your statements. Be forthright and clear.Iif you are letting an employee go, the news should be delivered at the beginning of the meeting. Then patiently answer any administrative questions, such as the issuance of the final check or payment and other insurance claims and benefits. Image source : thebalance.com Make sure that a witness is present Have someone from the Human Resources division or a trusted employee present. This will help you in any possible lawsuit or claims of illegal or unethical conduct.. Never embarrass the employee Never let go of the employee in front of everyone else in the office. Do this in private, with only a trusted witness on hand. Understand that when an