What You Need to Know Before Disciplining or Terminating an Employee
The prospect of corrective action or termination makes a lot of managers nervous. That’s understandable. For employees, being disciplined or losing their job can be anything from moderately embarrassing to financially devastating, but it’s rarely a happy occasion. For...
Are You Required to Honor an Employee’s Two-Week Notice?
Q: One of our employees just informed their supervisor that they are quitting, and said their last day will be in two weeks. We would prefer not to pay the employee for two more weeks and have them just leave now. Are we required to honor an employee’s two-week...
How to Conduct a Smooth Termination Meeting
Ending the employment of a worker is something every employer must face. Each termination is unique, but whenever possible, conduct a termination meeting. This provides an opportunity to communicate the decision and tie up loose ends like the final paycheck. Use this...

