Termination

3 Former Tesla Workers Claim They Were Fired After Becoming Pregnant, Taking Childcare Leave and Making a Phone Call
Tesla

3 Former Tesla Workers Claim They Were Fired After Becoming Pregnant, Taking Childcare Leave and Making a Phone Call

Tesla disputes the employees' claims, saying they were terminated for performance-related issues.
Isobel Asher Hamilton | 3 min read
4 Signs It's Time to Let That High-Potential Employee Go

4 Signs It's Time to Let That High-Potential Employee Go

Warning signs to watch for include an employee who feels entitled or just won't learn.
Heather R. Huhman | 6 min read
In Firing Comey, Trump Should Have Followed His Own Example on 'The Apprentice'

In Firing Comey, Trump Should Have Followed His Own Example on 'The Apprentice'

Employees should see their dismissal coming and hear it from you directly.
Stephen J. Bronner | 3 min read
How Pulling Our Investment in 'Average' Employees Made Us Anything But

How Pulling Our Investment in 'Average' Employees Made Us Anything But

Look out for these three red flags indicating that you've made a mediocre hire.
Robert Glazer | 6 min read
How to Terminate an Employee With an 'Irreplaceable' Skill

How to Terminate an Employee With an 'Irreplaceable' Skill

Cross-training employees on every job in your organization ensures that you'll never be held "hostage" to a difficult, if skilled, employee.
Doug and Polly White | 4 min read

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