We talk about hiring a lot here on the Joy to Lead Podcast, but something many of us may find we're ill-prepared for is firing.
What do you do when you decide it's time to let a team member go, and how do you navigate having that conversation?
In today's episode we cover how to know it's time to let a team member go, the 6 steps to take in having that conversation:
Be up front and direct about why you're meeting. "I called this meeting because I have decided..."
Be clear about why (but not too lengthy) - share 2-3 major, clear reasons why you made the decision
Thank them, specifically, for things they did do well for you/what you appreciate about them
"Do you have any questions before I discuss offboarding?"
Share the steps they can expect to take from here - what will you be sending them, what do they no longer have access to, etc.?
Reiterate how you are grateful for their time/how they specifically served the company, then end the conversation
Shownotes are at www.joytolead.com/firing
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