Making someone redundant is never easy, but how it’s done matters more than most people realise. In this episode, I talk about the responsibility business owners and leaders carry when they have to let someone go. Behind every redundancy is a person with hopes, dreams, responsibilities, and a future, and for a period of time, that decision will make life harder for them.

I discuss why treating people well during redundancy isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s the human thing to do. From offering support like upskilling opportunities, CV help, or making introductions to new roles, there are ways to soften the impact and show genuine care.

Redundancy doesn’t have to be handled coldly or mechanically. We are all human, and how we treat people in difficult moments stays with them. They may not thank you today, but they may remember how you treated them in the future.

As I often say, you never know who you’ll meet again in life. Treat people with respect, dignity, and kindness — especially when the conversation is hard.

Mark Beggs is a dyslexic entrepreneur, author, and business mentor with over 30 years of experience in business. He is the co-author of several business and entrepreneurship books and also writes dyslexic-friendly children’s books to help young readers build confidence and a love of learning.

Mark runs a daily morning business show where he shares practical insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and buying and growing businesses. Through his work with Minds Eye Education, he helps individuals and organisations understand neurodiversity and unlock the strengths that come with different ways of thinking.

You can contact me on [email protected] or via www.mindseyeeducation.com

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