The EntreLeadership Podcast My Employees Can’t Stand Each Other (It’s Driving Me Nuts)
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Sep 1, 2025 A business leader tackles the chaos caused by two feuding employees, emphasizing the need for a respectful workplace. The struggles of a woman protecting her family from her poor business decisions are highlighted. A frustrated boss discusses how his team is taking advantage of his kindness. Meanwhile, a young lawyer navigates the complexities and dynamics of a partnership offer, shedding light on financial growth and succession planning in legal firms. Each story offers key insights into conflict resolution and workplace culture.
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Declare Zero Tolerance Immediately
- Declare zero tolerance and make consequences clear: the next person who starts the fighting will be fired immediately.
- Sit both employees down, be direct, and offer one last chance before following through.
Don't Accept 'That's Just Me' As An Excuse
- When an employee says "that's just the way I am," treat it as refusal to change and terminate them.
- Make staying contingent on willingness to abide by your standards, not personality.
Grouchy Employee Who Made Coworkers Cry
- Dave described an employee who made coworkers cry because of abrasive behavior and wouldn't change.
- He told the man he could stay only if he treated people kindly, otherwise he'd be fired.