Handling a Termination: Before, During and After

On this episode of People Person, host and Morning Brew Inc.'s SVP Head of People Operations Kate Noel, speaks with Ashley Herd, Founder of Manager Method and former host of the HR Besties podcast, about all things terminations. When should HR be clued in, how much should the manager be involved, and what is the right messaging for the remaining employees? Join us for an easy conversation about one of the most difficult tasks in HR.

00:00: Intro

04:45: When does HR come into the decision

10:25: How involved are managers

17:40: Educating the team about “at will” employment

21:30: What can be said afterwards from all parties

23:30: What is the ethical approach to severance

26:50: How to address remaining employees

31:30: Types of managing

33:45: What’s next for the HR Besties podcast hosts

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People Person is a candid and conversational show where People Professionals can feel seen and heard, and learn from fellow experts in their field. Host and SVP, Head of People Operations at Morning Brew Inc, Kate Noel, brings years of expertise and a healthy sense of humor to discussions about the latest developments and insights that can help others enhance their workplace and their careers.

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