1. Discipline Interviews
Why discipline?
Orientations to discipline
Blake & Mouton: The Managerial Grid
People
Task
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2. III. Tips on disciplining
A. Know the facts
B. Consider the motivation
C. Be attentive to the timing
D. Maintain privacy
E. Focus on action, not the person
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Phillip G. Clampitt, Ph.D.

3. 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.
Escort employee out.
Don’t
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”
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Phillip G. Clampitt, Ph.D.