04/06/2022
There are two prime intersections in our work life: The WELCOME and the LEAVE.
How might we make the experiences better?
A dignified leaving is an essential part of Belonging.
We all leave organizations.
We all have a last day.
We either leave on our own account, or we are invited to go.
Occasionally, someone does something egregious and deserves a swift unceremonious exit.
Our Chief Belonging Officer, Lorne Rubis wants to challenge you.
As a leader, How might the experience be better?
In the vast majority of cases, a dignified, respectful leaving makes complete sense for both the employer and employee.
Ideally, it's fair and respectful both ways.
Too often, people who are asked to leave, get terminated and seem to disappear. Everyone remaining speculates what happened.
Additionally, if it’s the employer's choice, the usually shocked and disappointed employee gets walked out of the facility (or clicked off of Zoom, Teams, etc.) and is immediately cut off from all system access.
There is either no goodbye or at best, the infamous, cursory, communication "leaving to pursue other endeavors."
The impact overall can be in the trauma range for many.
Bad feelings can simmer for long periods, even forever.
How is this outcome helpful to anyone or the organization?
We invite you ...
To tell us some stories below that challenge us in a unique and productive way to do better, be better.
