Is a Demotion Ever the Right Choice?
How do you make a demotion a win-win for both the employer and the employee? Ask yourself these four questions – and let go of your pride.
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When to Terminate an Employee: Key Indicators for Difficult Decisions
If you’re trying to decide whether an employee’s performance or behavior warrants termination, here are five different warning signs to watch for.
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
Aug 15, 2025
Top 10 Exit Interview Questions for Employers
When an employee decides to leave, be sure to set aside time for an exit interview. The insight you gain may become a valuable roadmap for the future.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
May 30, 2025
Employee Misconduct: Disciplinary Action or Immediate Termination?
Does my employee’s inappropriate behavior warrant disciplinary action or immediate termination? Consider these examples.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Mar 14, 2025
6 Things to Consider Before You Fire an Employee
Once you've decided to fire an employee for the good of the organization, be sure these 6 things are covered to protect your company from legal...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jan 28, 2025
Ghosting Vs. Quitting: Do I Have To Give Two Weeks Notice?
Whether you are fed up with your job or ready to make a career move, you should still give proper notice to your employer instead of disappearing on...
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Sep 14, 2024
QuitTok: What to Know about “Watch Me Quit” Videos
A social media trend has employees secretly recording themselves quitting and then posting the video. What can employees and employers learn from...
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Apr 25, 2024
Employee Termination: Does Documenting the Reason Matter?
You've heard the phrase, "Document, document, document" --- but what details do you need to include for an employee termination?
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Aug 11, 2023
Can I Refuse to Take a Drug Test at Work?
When an employee is asked to take a drug test, whether it be for-cause or random, does the employee have the right to refuse?
Joey Eastwood, Stratus HR Human Resources Generalist
Jul 11, 2023
