When to Fire Problem Employees by Ali Haider

When an employee underperforms or makes serious errors.Before considering the legal, emotional and productive ramifications of termination, you should try to find ways to improve that employee's performance. Maybe the employee and you simply have a different understanding about the job's requirements.

To improve an employee's performance and hopefully avoid the potential complications of termination, try these six simple techniques:

1. Clear up any misunderstanding

2. Set up a goal or series of goals for the improvement process and for the job itself

3. Discuss the crucial aspects of the task

4. Identify milestones and deadlines

5. Respond to this major question: "How long can I wait for turnaround performance in the problematic employee

6. Consider your corporate culture