Firing and Layoffs

First, Fire Your Assistant. Then, Ax All the Sales Guys

By Inc. staff | Jul 1, 2007

The results of a reader survey on who gets shown the door and why. Read more

How to Fire an Employee

By Chris Musselwhite | Aug 1, 2006

Your first order of business shouldn't be showing the employee the door. It should be creating a plan of action to help the employee avoid termination all to... Read more

How to Fire Decisively

By Patrick J. Sauer | Oct 1, 2004

Firing an employee is never easy, but these 5 tips can make showing an employee the door a less daunting task. Read more

Solo Sales

Jan 2, 2003

Scott Rosen fired his entire sales force in an effort to save his company. Was it a smart move? Read more

A Sales Force of One

By Susan Greco | Jan 1, 2003

Scott Rosen fired his entire sales staff, figuring he could do better all by himself. Read more

The Real Cost of Layoffs

By Carole Matthews | Jul 19, 2002

Many companies use layoffs to help boost the bottom line, but in the long run, such hasty measures cost a company more than they save. Read more

Terminating Pregnant Employees

By Robert Hoffman | Nov 1, 2000

Can you terminate an employee who is pregnant during her probation period? Read more

Mad About Layoffs

By Jack Stack | May 1, 2000

A CEO and author explains why layoffs should not be seen as inevitable and to do so is corporate insanity. Read more

Avoiding Layoffs

Oct 21, 1999

Here are several creative alternatives to laying off employees when money is tight. Read more

Tips on Avoiding Wrongful Termination Lawsuits

Oct 21, 1999

Three CEOs have learned from harsh experience what can help, if your company is slapped with a wrongful termination lawsuit. Read more

Making Exit Interviews Work

May 15, 1999

Several factors influence the positive impact of exit information. Read more

Fire Me. I Dare You!

By Peter Carbonara | Mar 1, 1997

Here are some strategies from business experts and entrepreneurs for managing the prima donnas at your company. Read more

Voluntary Layoffs

By Inc. staff | Feb 1, 1989

Offering voluntary, temporary layoffs boosts morale and refreshes employees Read more

Life Without Layoffs

By Robert C. Wood | Sep 1, 1982

Sheldon Weinig thinks it's morally wrong to lay of employees when times are tough. He's betting millions that his policy is also a good investment. Read more

Cutting Overtime

By Inc. staff

Survey: Six techniques for cutting overtime and the percentage of managers and workers who found them effective. Read more