Supporting Managers Through Employee Terminations: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Handle Difficult Conversations and Minimize Risk

A Manager’s Guide for Terminations

Learn how to navigate the complexities of employee terminations with clear, practical guidance—covering legal compliance, communication strategies, and how to minimize risk while treating employees with respect.


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What You'll Find in this Guide

No one enjoys being the bearer of bad news, but terminations are a fact of life for most managers. Besides mentally preparing yourself for this sensitive task, you need to ensure you are careful with how you broach the subject with your employee(s); a misstep could lead to legal trouble later on.

Included in this guide is:

  • How to prepare and manage a termination meeting
  • The do’s and dont’s for conducting a termination meeting
  • Suggested responses for frequently asked questions from employees
  • Answers to your most frequently asked questions
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