What is the best way to tell someone their fired?

Question

I have a person under me that hasn't been working well and has all around been denying my authority and slacking off. So, he needs to be fired, and I don't want to be overly mean or anyhting jsut tell him that "Hey, your not doing your job and we need to get someone else to do it."

Also, were both in a youth group (So were kids, teenagers) if that impacts your answer at all.

Yeah, it's a volunteer organization. The only other problem is that really, it's a smaller group, so other than people that are ll ready handeling other jobs, there is no one better than him at it (But don't misunderstand me there, he isn't good, jsut everyone else is worse). So I can only hope that I can just tell him that he's not pulling his weight.

Also just for clarification, it's the youth group we're in (Boy Scouts, if it matters) and I'm the Senior Patrol Leader (In charge) and so I can fire him whenever I want, I would jsut rather not lose friendship over it (But, I still know that it might not be possible, in which case he still has to go)

Answer 1

Being in the same social or religious group makes it more difficult. You always want to protect the employee's feelings as much as possible, while being very plain and direct. In your situation, you will probably assume more responsibility for his feelings than a boss would under usual circumstances.

Have you given him warning? Our company policy requires that we document violations and poor performances, and then speak to them in private about their infractions. If they agree to shape up, we will give them another try.

If you have tried this and he still hasn't improved, be kind but honest. You might say something like, "John, you are so much fun to have around, and it really kills me to have to do this, but we just cannot afford to keep you on just because we like you so well. We must have an employee who can carry out their responsibilities in a timely, professional manner, so I am afraid we are going to have to let you go. I hope you understand that this is just business, and that we are still friends."

He may avoid you for a while, if he is embarrassed or hurt. But if you continue to speak to him at youth group as if it never happened, and if you don't talk about it to others behind his back, you can demonstrate for him how to take the high road. Hopefully, he will join you. If not, you will know you have done everything you can.

Good luck to you!

Answer 2

Is this a volunteer organization, or are you both paid employees and he reports to you? It makes a difference...if you're employed, your company probably has policies about how employees get disciplined and eventually fired if they aren't performing. Check with your boss and/or your HR department before you do anything that might come back to bite you.

If it's more of a volunteer job and he's slacking, the simplest method is "thanks, Joe, but I'd rather have Sue and Ben take care of that project so I know it will be handled." If he is angry or confused, explain to him that he hasn't been pulling his weight and you need the job done by people who can. He may offer to straighten up, and if he does, you should probably give him a chance to show you that he can improve.

Answer 3

I got fired from Girl Scouts (as a leader) once. I was pulled aside and told, look there have been a few complaints, and it would probably be best if you did not come back.

I was pissed off but but I left. I have detested all Girl Scout Leaders ever since.

Answer 4

Give him a warning first. Tell him this...

"John we may be friends outside but work is work. I realise that you were not as on the ball as you were before. If you dont buck up, I am afraid I have to let you go. Nothing personal. It is just for the benefit of the company. I hope you do sth about it John"

Be polite but firm...you are the boss (i suppose)

Answer 5

say "your fired"... den walk away..