Step 1: The Initial Meeting
Call the employee into the office and pretend you're there to discuss their "incredible" contributions.
- Be sure to bring donuts. Lots of donuts.
- Have a camera crew on standby to capture the "raw emotion" of the termination.
- Tell them you're "just checking in" but "really love them" and "value their contributions."
Termination Scripts
Step 2: The Scripted Speech
Read from a teleprompter and try to keep a straight face.
- Avoid eye contact.
- Speak in a monotone voice.
- Don't smile, even if it's a Friday.
Employee Gifts
Bad Idea Employees
Those who consistently bring down the morale of the office with their poorly thought-out ideas.
- John from HR
- Bob from Marketing
- Jane from IT