TrainingBriefs® Termination Due to Downsizing

We all dread it. It's one of the toughest responsibilities of a manager/leader. You must terminate an employee because your organization is downsizing. How well you do depends a lot on your preparation. So… what do you do?

Being a manager or supervisor is a fulfilling role. But as you know, there are times where you’ll need to tackle tough situations. One of the most difficult things you’ll ever have to do as a manager is let an employee go due to company downsizing. This is an especially tough situation because these could be loyal and productive employees who have done nothing wrong; there may be no performance or behavior issues – they are being let go to reduce the company’s overall costs.