Misconduct in the workplace and how to manage it

Misconduct in the workplace and how to manage it
Heated discussions happen in the workplace, but what if the behaviour is often inappropriate. (Image: Getty)
Georgina Toomey
When onboarding new team members, you expect them to contribute positively to your business. But what happens if they underperform or engage in misconduct? If they're not meeting your expectations, you might ask them to participate in a performance improvement process. On the other hand, if the employee’s misconduct is so serious that it destroys your trust in them, then summary dismissal may be the right action. There are several options, so here's a guide to how employers can manage underperformance and serious miscond...

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