Two-Brain Radio: When You Have to Let a Staff Member Go

Today we've got a short—but important—episode for you that addresses one of the most daunting tasks a gym owner can face: letting a staff member go.

It's never fun or easy, but there are steps you can take to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible for all parties. Here, Greg Strauch shares what to tell your staff and clients as well as a checklist of important tasks to ensure a clean break.

Links:

https://foreverfierce.com/

Contact:

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Timeline:

2:47 – When letting a staff member go, what should you tell your members? 

4:35 – What if the staff member still wants to be a member of your gym?

5:24 – What to talk about in the exit interview. 

6:48 – Remove access to all business software and communication platforms.

9:56 – Protect your intellectual property.

10:49 – Let them say goodbye, but only through an email that you approve and send.

11:57 – Resources for the situation: client-letter templates and the fire escape plan.

13:21 – Stay neutral with your remaining staff: Don’t bash the former employee.

15:22 – Have more questions? We’re here to help.