Meryl Runion's Management Skill Training Blog on the Communication Challenges facing Managers and Supervisors in the workplace

 

June 18, 2008

Language to use at termination

My SpeakStrong blog had a lively dialogue about the word termination and how to tell someone they’re fired. It led to a broader discussion about the constant struggle to balance truth and sensitivity. Here are some of the suggested phrases to replace the word termination.

  • We’ve given you several opportunities to improve, Bob, but we cannot spend company resources that way any longer.
  • It is time to part ways.
  • Separated from the job/position

The word “termination” got no votes.

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