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A Strong Network Can Be Your Business's Best Safety Net
Connections

A Strong Network Can Be Your Business's Best Safety Net

When I lost my job, I felt like I lost everything. But I hadn't. Here's how I built a network that helped me rebound even stronger.
Jordan Harbinger | 4 min read
Is It Time to Get Rid of That Disappointing Employee?

Is It Time to Get Rid of That Disappointing Employee?

The Phillies recently demoted their underperforming third baseman, Maikel Franco. Should you take a play from their book?
Gene Marks | 4 min read
Why You Should Fire Yourself

Why You Should Fire Yourself

Seriously, it may just make you a better business owner.
Chris Sloan | 5 min read
Avoid Elon Musk-Style Firing Sprees by Having Hard Conversations Sooner

Avoid Elon Musk-Style Firing Sprees by Having Hard Conversations Sooner

Confronting employees who misbehave is never fun (or easy), but company leaders can't afford to ignore bad behavior until it creates larger issues.
Drew McLellan | 6 min read
Why Firing Some of Your Employees Could Be the Best Thing You Can Do for Your Business

Why Firing Some of Your Employees Could Be the Best Thing You Can Do for Your Business

It's time to truly evaluate your employees to determine if they're still (or ever have been) a good fit for your organization.
Jeffrey Hayzlett | 6 min read

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10 Entrepreneurs Who Were Forced Out of Their Own Companies

A number of famous founders have gotten the boot.
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Be direct. Be quick. And if they are still talking to you, help them find a new job.
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Employees Underperforming? How to Respond to These 3 Excuses.

Sometimes, an employee just needs an extra jolt. Other times, you will need to pull the plug.
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Facebook Fires Engineer for Using Its Data to Stalk Women

The issue was brought up on Monday when the head of a security firm tweeted that she had evidence of the stalking.
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