How to Terminate Someone with Poise

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Breaking the news to a fellow employee that your organization can no longer employ them is one of the toughest challenges a manager can face. Emotions run high, confusion sets in, and many questions flood the mind. Feelings of guilt, uncertainty, anxiety, and sadness are all natural
occurrences in these unfortunate circumstances.

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