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Fired workers can become hostile, as can their friends who
may still work for you.
Firing an employee can leave your business in a hole; that’s
why so many companies hang on to less-than-desirable workers.
To replace an employee, you have to go through the entire costly
and time-consuming hiring process again. But frequently, you
have no choice. If your business is to move forward, unproductive
people must go.
Businesses are complex organizations that depend on many
people to perform. When a link in the chain malfunctions or
doesn’t satisfactorily perform, the entire organization suffers
and goals may not be met, so you may have to eliminate the
weak link.

Firing can be an essential and a responsible business decision.
It isn’t pleasant, but lopping off a branch can save the tree.

—Donald J. Trump

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Firing workers involves a major risk, so don’t do it without appro-
priate consideration. Fired employees often become disgruntled
and sue their ex-employers—some have received outrageously
high damage awards.
Protect yourself by developing rules that govern why and how
you may fire employees and then follow these rules to the letter.
Consult an employment law attorney and have him or her write
or review your firing rules and procedures. Think of it as an
investment that will be well worth the cost. Just one lawsuit, even

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