I hate being mean to people, especially those that I know are doing their best but in her case, her best isn't good enough. Paying her $50 every time she cleans the house isn't worth it with the messes she leaves behind. How can I let her go easily without tears? I've never fired someone before, never had to and don't want my husband do it because he's known to make even men cry. We've already got someone to replace her. What is sad is the fact that this girl came highly recommended but I'm starting to suspect those that did are kin to her some how or were just being nice. Anyways, what's the best way to let her go and not be too harsh about it?
2007-03-12 13:05:56 · 17 answers · asked by Koozie 5 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Depending on her personality, she could cry no matter how sweetly you tell her. Instead of "fired", say, "we have to let you go". You will have to tell her why...the incomplete work...so the next home she goes to will be better taken care of. You can create good karma here by being honest. :-)
2007-03-12 13:12:29 · answer #1 · answered by Brian 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just tell her that you find you can no longer use her anymore. Tell her that circumstances change. I would give her a couple of weeks salary since you did not give her any notice.
You do not have to tell her she isn't doing a good job. Many people will probably say that you should for her sake, but come on, this is housecleaning. It doesn't take too many brains to tell if something is still dirty or mess when you are done.
2007-03-12 13:13:46 · answer #2 · answered by Patti C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You say,"I'm sorry, but I have to let you go, nothing personal, but I've got to get some, fresh blood into the house. But here is another family that is in dire need of your help." Hand her a slip of paper with someone's last name and phone number on it. Now, give her a cake and her final paycheck, and say, " Good Luck" Then give er a hug and send her out the door.
2007-03-12 13:44:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell her that you think you want to take up cleaning, so you will be doing the cleaning from now on and tell her her services are no longer necessary
or say something like i got fired, so i no longer have the money to pay you to clean my house
2007-03-12 13:10:45 · answer #4 · answered by 2Cute2bTrue 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell her ur moving. Or tell her u cant afford her sevices anymore. blame the kids, they make such a mess that I'm embarresed to have people over to clean and see what slobs they are. Tell her u and ur husband are getting a divorce. LIE LIE LIE LIE
2007-03-12 13:12:45 · answer #5 · answered by kilrblue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell her that you aren't going to need her anymore, That you can't afford the extra expense or that you just aren't going to need her anymore. It's hard to do but she's employed by you, you're not her friend you are her boss. Her job is just not acceptable.
2007-03-12 13:11:53 · answer #6 · answered by Luvatlanta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Email her, tell her you have to cutback on some expenses
and you have to let her go, tell her when times get better
you will give her a call.. WIsh her luck and tell her you're going to miss her..
2007-03-12 13:17:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simply say i'm sorry but its not working out. Apologize for the short notice but insist she not return to work for you.
2007-03-12 13:12:38 · answer #8 · answered by ChrissyLicious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe just tell her you are moving and you wont need a cleaner there?
2007-03-12 13:11:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her to take out the trash and don't come back.
2007-03-12 13:11:00 · answer #10 · answered by johN p. aka-Hey you. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋