Transcript Discipline

Discipline Interviews
I.
Why discipline?
II.
Orientations to discipline
Blake & Mouton: The Managerial Grid
People
Task
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III. Tips on disciplining
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Know the facts
Consider the motivation
Be attentive to the timing
Maintain privacy
Focus on action, not the person
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IV. Tips on Firing
Do’s
Don’t
Get right to the point
Briefly explain actions taken
and reasons.
Listen to employee.
Restate message if necessary
Use prepared notes.
Give overview of separation
package.
Explain logistics for leaving.
Close meeting within 15
minutes.
Say “good morning” or “how
are you?”
Engage in small talk.
Use humor
Be apologetic
Defend, justify, or argue.
Minimize the situation.
Make promises.
Use platitudes like “I know how
you feel” or “you’ll be just
fine”
Escort employee out.
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