November 7, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments was it reasonable to fire a new hire who was too overwhelmed to work on day 3? — Ask a Manager A reader writes: The clinic I work for filled a medical receptionist position. The new hire had worked as a receptionist for other offices ... Read More
August 23, 2024 Compliance 0 Comments Fire Safety Signs: History, Explanation, And Modern Use What are your basic expectations from any public building you enter? Of course, you expect it to be safe because this is a space ... Read More
July 18, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments I smelled alcohol on my coworker, can you fire someone because their spouse is a politician, and more — Ask a Manager It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. I suspect my colleague was drinking before our morning meeting I held a meeting ... Read More
June 27, 2024 Compliance 0 Comments Can Your Job Fire You For Being Injured Outside Of Work? Were you injured outside of work recently? You may have difficulty performing your work duties, so it’s natural to ask: “Can your job fire ... Read More
May 6, 2024 being the boss 0 Comments do I have to fire someone due to his lack of child care? — Ask a Manager A reader writes: I have an employee who is unable to obtain childcare when he is on call, which is an essential part of ... Read More
April 16, 2024 Employee Relations 0 Comments should we fire the relatives of Nazis? — Ask a Manager A reader writes: I am casual friends with a couple who are both teachers at a public high school. One day while catching up, ... Read More