Probation
It is always wise, wherever and whenever possible, to place newly recruited employees on probation. Probationary periods can vary from 3 months to a year. In fact, for many public sector appointments, the probationary period can be as long as 3 years.
Human resource managers should explain to every new employee that the term probation in the context of employment means precisely “a trial working period” before the position of the employee is confirmed or terminated. Probationary periods serve both employees and employers well.
During such periods, either party will have the opportunity to decide accordingly. The employee will be able to decide whether or not to continue with the job, while the employer will be able to decide ...
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