Without erasing the person:

Letting people go is never easy.

It’s one of the hardest things a leader must do.

But how you do it shapes what people remember.

The one who left.

And your team that’s still there.

When a termination is handled
poorly, it can lead to:

🔴 Legal or compliance issues from unclear steps
🔴 Avoidance of honest feedback in the future
🔴 A damaged reputation that’s hard to repair
🔴 Fear of speaking up or making mistakes
🔴 Quiet quitting from those who remain
🔴 Lingering anger and confusion
🔴 Loss of trust across the team

When it’s done with respect and clarity, you:

🟢 Help people leave with their dignity
🟢 Build trust that lasts beyond the exit
🟢 Show what real leadership looks like
🟢 Set a clear and calm tone for the team
🟢 Protect your own credibility and values
🟢 Keep relationships intact, even after goodbye
🟢 Create a workplace known for fairness and care

People remember how they
were treated on the way out.

They carry that with them.

And so does your culture.

Make that memory one of respect.

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