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Have You Ever Fired a Low Performer?

Have You Ever Fired a Low Performer?

Let's review the standards by which an interviewee may be dismissed.

Firing an employee is a difficult and taxing process. Not everyone has had the experience of being forced to let a team member go, but when it happens, you’re expected to conduct yourself gracefully and make sure the process is as smooth as possible. As a manager, you’ll experience some emotional strain from this incident as well.

What the interviewer is looking for

  • Whether or not you have had this experience, how well you understand the process, and what input you use to make this decision.
  • How you manage communication with that employee.
  • How you manage communication with the rest of the stakeholders.
  • How well you document a strong case
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