Your Intermittent Lex

Your Intermittent Lex

When to fire, when to quit

When clients or friends come to me with questions about whether it's time to part ways, I know the answer.

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Lex Friedman
Oct 11, 2023
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If a client tells me they’re considering firing an employee — or even a customer — and they’re debating the pros and cons, I know the advice I’ll give immediately.

Do it.

Here’s the thing: Once you’ve considered firing the person, they’re doomed. Once you’re contemplating quitting, you’ll never love the job the same way again.

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