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Jun 2023
17m 11s

What I Learned About Firing Employees | ...

Leila Hormozi
About this episode

“I have to just set absolute clear expectations for what I need from this person and if they don't want to meet them, that is their choice." Today, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) shares with us her experience in firing employees and gives advice on how to make the right decision. She also emphasizes the importance of understanding the root cause of the problem and taking an approach that is not all or nothing.

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Timestamps:

(2:25) - Firing mistakes due to lack of CEO experience

(3:56) - Reason #1: Poor performance

(5:42) - Reason #2: Damaging team or culture

(7:01) - Reason #3: Apathetic employees

(9:24) - Reason #4: Drama-prone employees

(11:16) - 3 ways to handle the situation better

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