Employee’s Facebook Post Threatens Me; Can I Fire Him?
Question: I recently learned one of my employees described me on his Facebook page as the worst supervisor he’s ever … Continue reading Employee’s Facebook Post Threatens Me; Can I Fire Him?
Category: Management/supervision
How to Make Layoffs with Heart: Three Questions
Question: We view our employees as family. They stuck with us throughout the worst of the COVID crisis. At first … Continue reading How to Make Layoffs with Heart: Three Questions
Can I Fire an Employee for Facebook Posts?
Question: I recently learned that one of my employees described me on his Facebook page as the worst supervisor he’s … Continue reading Can I Fire an Employee for Facebook Posts?
My Co-Workers Get Sloshed On Fridays
Question: I’m a newly hired business manager working for a prestigious local company. I got hired one week ago into … Continue reading My Co-Workers Get Sloshed On Fridays
Managing Virtual Teams in a COVID-19 era
If you’re a manager struggling your way up the steep virtual workplace learning curve, you may discover the COVID-19 pandemic … Continue reading Managing Virtual Teams in a COVID-19 era
Should I Let a Fired Employee Resign?
Question: This morning, I called an employee into my office to fire him. He asked if he could resign instead … Continue reading Should I Let a Fired Employee Resign?
Coronavirus: What Employees and Managers Can Do To Protect Each Other
I’m scared. I don’t feel like my boss or coworkers are taking COVID-19 seriously. The medical professionals say we should … Continue reading Coronavirus: What Employees and Managers Can Do To Protect Each Other
COVID 19: Employers Need a Plan
When your employees ask, “What are we going to do when COVID-19 gets worse in our community?” you can’t say … Continue reading COVID 19: Employers Need a Plan
How To Manage A Team When You Don’t Have The Authority To Fire Anyone
Question: I supervise 15 employees, the largest crew in our company, and I report to the general manager. I’m expected … Continue reading How To Manage A Team When You Don’t Have The Authority To Fire Anyone
Q&A: How to Deal With An Easily Upset Employee
Question: I have a loud voice, I always have. I’ve been told to talk quieter for years, but I’m a … Continue reading Q&A: How to Deal With An Easily Upset Employee