Managing Toxic Employees: When to Terminate

The source provides guidance for managers on identifying and addressing toxic employees within a team, outlining the various forms toxicity can take, such as negativity and undermining colleagues. It stresses the negative repercussions of retaining such individuals, which can impact team morale, increase turnover, and reduce productivity. The text suggests situations where letting go of a toxic employee may be necessary, emphasizing the importance of consistent problematic patterns, impact on the team, and policy violations. Finally, it details crucial steps to take before termination, including documenting behavior, providing feedback and support, consulting HR, and planning for the transition.