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Handling Underperformance: A Compassionate Yet Firm Approach
Managing underperformance is one of the toughest challenges a manager can face. It’s never easy to address when an employee isn’t meeting expectations, but how you handle it can make all the difference—not only for the individual but for the entire team’s morale and productivity.
The key is balancing compassion with accountability: supporting the employee’s growth while firmly reinforcing the standards necessary for success.