Termination
Summary: Terminating an employee will always include some level of stress for all concerned – certainly, for the employee being let go, but potentially also for those responsible for letting them know, as well as the co-workers left behind. Our free resources can help you reduce the risk to psychological health and safety. These free resources can help.
For leaders
Planning for termination never feels good but it helps to provide clear reasons, choose appropriate timing, and offer support during the process and beyond. Addressing the emotional toll on remaining employees, addressing concerns, and fostering team cohesion to navigate the challenges that arise after a termination can help.
Communicating with emotionally distressed employees offers practical approaches and techniques to effectively engage and support employees during this sensitive process.
Termination articles and resources
The list that follows includes the resources linked to above as well as related information that may be more specific to your current situation:
Terminating employees can be done in a psychologically safer way. The following suggestions can help minimize the risk of harm to all involved.
Throughout the employment life cycle, there are opportunities to protect psychological health and safety while meeting organizational goals and objectives. This includes considering accessibility, inclusion and equity. These tips and strategies can help.