How to Terminate an Employee: The Shift Manager’s Guide
Firing an employee is no easy task for shift managers—even if you know it’s for the best for the organization, the team, and even the employee. It's a tough decision that comes with emotional and professional complexities, affecting not only the individual being let go but the entire team's morale and potentially your employer brand. The stakes are high for shift managers who are responsible for terminating employees if the time comes. Your role in handling this process with care, empathy, professionalism, and in an ethical way can be the difference between a smooth transition or facing legal issues that
Three ways to effectively resolve conflict in the workplace
Conflict is everywhere and lately seems to be more intense than ever before. That means as much as employers may try to avoid it, conflict will inevitably find its way into the workplace. And if it does arise, you may need to incorporate practical conflict-resolution strategies to ensure your employees are working in an environment that is productive and team-focused. Understanding sources of conflict can play a big part in how individuals settle their differences with coworkers. Perhaps poor communication has grown between individuals or different teams. Maybe there’s simply a difference in value sets and interests. Poor performance