The $100 MBA Show MBA2722 Who Do You Need To Fire Next?
Dec 29, 2025
Firing can be one of the toughest decisions for business leaders, yet it’s sometimes necessary for growth. Misalignment in a team can drag down performance, risking company culture. Discover the significance of raising standards to protect top talent from underperformers. Omar shares practical strategies for identifying when to let someone go and how to implement a fair 90-day improvement plan. Learn how making these hard choices can ultimately free both leaders and employees to thrive in a healthier work environment.
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Hiring Growth Is Not Guaranteed
- Not everyone you hire will grow with the company, and that's a natural part of scaling.
- Recognizing misalignment early prevents bigger problems later for the team and business.
Firing Felt Gut‑Wrenching
- Omar Zenhom shares that firing has always been gut-wrenching for him.
- He emphasizes that despite the pain, firing can be the most responsible action for the company.
Cost Of Protecting Underperformers
- Keeping underperformers damages standards, energy, and progress across the company.
- Top talent notices this and will be demotivated if mediocrity is tolerated.