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What to Do When an Employee Lies on Their Resume
Discovered a new hire falsified their resume? Learn how to verify, respond appropriately, document the issue, and prevent it from happening again.
What to Do When You Need to Lay Off an Employee
Step-by-step layoff script, legal considerations, and a separation checklist. Handle layoffs correctly and avoid costly mistakes. Download the checklist.
Small Business Owner's Guide to Firing an Employee for the First Time
Firing someone for the first time is one of the hardest things a small business owner does. Here's how to prepare, what to say, and how to handle everything that follows.
I Gave a Bad Reference and Now I’m Worried: What’s the Law?
Can a former employee sue you for a bad reference? The legal landscape around employment references is nuanced. Here’s what employers need to know to protect themselves.
I Need to Lay Off an Employee: How Do I Do It Legally?
Laying off an employee is different from terminating for cause, and the legal requirements are different too. Here’s what small business owners need to know before proceeding.
Employee Walked Off the Job: How Do I Handle It?
An employee walked out mid-shift without notice. Is it job abandonment? Do you have to pay them? Can you terminate? Here’s how to handle it step by step.
My Employee Got a DUI: Do I Have to Fire Them?
An employee was arrested for a DUI off the clock. Are you required to fire them? The answer depends on the role, your policy, and your state. Here's what to consider.
Employee Gave Two Weeks Notice: Can I Let Them Go Early?
An employee gave notice and you want them gone sooner. You can, but there are implications for pay, unemployment, and how it looks. Here's what to consider.
Can I Fire Someone for What They Posted on Social Media?
The answer is sometimes yes, sometimes no, and getting it wrong is expensive. Here's what employers need to know before terminating someone over a social media post.
How to Conduct a Termination Meeting: A Manager’s Guide
Termination meetings are one of the hardest things a manager does. Here’s a step-by-step guide to conducting one professionally, legally, and with dignity for everyone involved.