101 Sample Write-Ups for Documenting Employee Performance Problems ─ A Guide to Progressive Discipline & Termination

Falcone, a human resources consultant, provides 101 sample write-ups for documenting employee performance problems related to probation, policy and procedure violations, performance issues, behavior and conduct infractions, and absenteeism and tardiness, in addition to termination, to provide positive and constructive discipline and rehabilitate poor performers and terminate problem employees legally. He focuses on treating workers with dignity and respect and progressive discipline, aiming to enhance performance by addressing minor problems before they become major ones, turn unacceptable behavior into positive output, and protect the company, as well as provide samples that can be customized. They include personal improvement plans for employees, and additional chapters address the structure and format of the write-up template. Complete write-ups for all examples can be found online. This edition includes recent developments in employment law, updated write-ups, and 20 new write-ups for issues like social media abuse, cyberbullying, locker room banter, medical marijuana termination, Family and Medical Leave Act abuse, and failure to engage in the Americans with Disabilities Act interactive process, as well as sample separation notices. Annotation ©2017 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)

Paul Falcone is an HR executive who has held senior-level positions with Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, and Time Warner. A long-time contributor to HR Magazine, he is the author of bestselling management books including 2600 Phrases for Effective Performance Reviews.