Contractor Evolution 230. How to Fire an Employee Without the Drama - Danny Kerr
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Aug 8, 2025 Firing someone is tough, but there's a right way to do it. Discover a six-step process to exit an employee with minimal drama. Learn to recognize red flags that signal an employee may not be a fit. Tips on how to communicate the decision empathetically can help ease the tension. Legal implications and maintaining professionalism are crucial during these difficult conversations. Plus, having support during the process can make all the difference for both you and the employee.
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Define Clear Grounds for Firing
- Make a list of behaviors and actions that justify firing before making any decisions.
- Share these criteria transparently with your team to set clear expectations.
Core Values Impact Fit
- Core values conflicts often explain why some employees disrupt teams despite good results.
- High performers won't tolerate tolerating unacceptable behaviors, making culture fit essential.
Stealing Employee Left Untouched
- One member caught employees stealing $20,000 but just moved them to sales instead of firing.
- Repeated second chances erode boundaries on unacceptable behavior and jeopardize the business.