Progressive Discipline System

Having to let an employee go is a very difficult task for employers. Situations that lead to firing an employee are stressful to the manager, the rest of the staff, and sometimes the customers. Most of us usually try to avoid any kind of confrontation . However, a well designed progressive discipline system can decrease the chances of firing an employee. If you do not communicate with your employees about their performance, they won’t know they need to improve. Some methods of progression communication system are:
· Verbal warning/ written friendly warning
Is usually given for the first infraction. Writing a verbal warning in a simple form, like a friendly reminder. Always make sure to be clear about the reason for that warning, and offer ways on how the employee can correct that and avoid further problems.
· Written disciplinary notice
The written disciplinary notice is used after the verbal warning, or when something more drastic happens. This disciplinary notes explains the cause for that notice and the action to be taken. Employees must read it and sign the written notice.
Suspension or termination should be the last option. If those methods are used, employers can reduce those situations. Always make sure to communicate anything that is relevant to your employee, using simple and clear communication you will avoid stressful situations.