How to Fire an Employee

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Most--if not all--managers will say that their least favorite responsibility is dismissing an employee. Whether the reason is sub-par performance, restructuring or downsizing, there are ways to make the situation as clean and professional as possible.

Instructions

1. 1
   Document problems as they occur. When issues arise, give the employee a reasonable opportunity to improve and let them know clearly that their employment is in jeopardy if they are unable to improve.
   
2. 2
   Read and thoroughly understand your company's policies and procedures manual, and adhere to guidelines the company already has established regarding dismissals.
   
3. 3
   Check any contracts--written or oral--your company reached with the employee. Adhere to contractual provisions regarding termination.
   
4. 4
   Decide who will do the firing and what will be said--and not said--at the final meeting. Plan to be courteous but firm.
   
5. 5
   Prepare a written statement explaining the reasons for and conditions of the termination. Detail the severance package, if any, that the employee will receive.
   
6. 6
   Call the meeting, making sure that it is conducted in private, attended only by the person doing the firing, the employee and a witness. Have the final paycheck ready before the meeting.
   
7. 7
   Explain your decision. Allow the employee a chance to offer feedback about the company.
   
8. 8
   Collect keys, ID cards and other company property in the employee's possession.
   
9. 9
   Ask that the employee sign the termination statement. Present the final paycheck and details of the severance package.
   
10. 10
    Escort the employee from the building.

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