Dismissing an Employee

Table of contents

1. Pocket Mentor Series
2. Title Page
3. Copyright Page
4. Table of Contents
5. Mentors′ Message: Handling a Dismissal Skillfully
6. A Difficult - Moment
   1. Why learn about dismissals?
   2. Defining the term
   3. A note about dismissal terminology
7. A Closer Look at - Dismissals
   1. When do dismissals occur?
   2. What emotions are associated with dismissals?
   3. What are the legal implications of dismissals?
   4. How effectively do dismissals solve the problem?
8. Taking Care of Yourself During a Dismissal
   1. Acknowledging the emotional impact
   2. Acknowledging the uncertainty
   3. Managing yourself
9. Understanding the Grounds for a Dismissal
   1. When you can dismiss an employee immediately
   2. When to proceed with documentation
   3. When you cannot dismiss an employee
   4. A special note about discrimination
   5. Familiarizing yourself with company procedures
10. Making the Decision
    1. Proceeding with caution
    2. Exploring alternatives to dismissals
    3. Selecting alternatives
11. Handling a Dismissal Professionally
    1. Preparing for a dismissal meeting
    2. When to schedule the meeting
    3. Where to hold the meeting
    4. How to handle the meeting
    5. What to say—and not say—during the meeting
    6. Learning from the dismissal meeting
12. Handling the Legal Details After a Dismissal
    1. Reviewing the employment contract
    2. Documenting the terms of the dismissal
    3. Avoiding damage to the person′s reputation
13. Leading Your Team After a Dismissal
    1. Communicating the dismissal
    2. Redistributing work
14. Learning from a Dismissal
    1. Furthering your personal and professional growth
    2. Gaining a broader view
    3. Identifying ways to improve
    4. Preserving your organization′s integrity
15. Tips and Tools
    1. Tools for Dismissing an Employee
    2. Test Yourself
       1. Answers to test questions
    3. Frequently Asked Questions
       1. What documentation am I required to give the dismissed employee?
       2. If I have to dismiss someone, can I get someone else to deliver the news, or can I do it by e-mail?
       3. Should I explain the rationale behind a dismissal?
       4. After dismissing someone, how quickly should I focus that person’s attention on the future?
       5. With a dismissal, should I usher people out immediately after their exit interview, or should I give them time to say goodbye to coworkers?
       6. What should I do about e-mail and phone messages for employees who have been dismissed?
       7. It seems that managers can’t say anything anymore without risking a lawsuit. What can I legally say during a dismissal meeting without prompting legal repercussions from the affected employee?
    4. Key Terms
16. To Learn More
17. Sources for Dimissing an Employee
18. How to Order