Firing someone is one of the hardest parts of leadership—but avoiding it can cost your business even more. In this episode of Build Your Business, Matt and Chris Reynolds break down how to fire someone the right way: with clarity, compassion, and professionalism. Whether it's your first time or you're trying to improve your process, you'll learn how to prepare, communicate, and protect both your team and your business. From performance documentation to severance packages and company morale—this is your no-fluff, practical guide to how to fire someone.

✅ What You’ll Learn

• Why most people avoid firing and how it hurts your business

• How to know when it’s time to fire someone

• What steps to take before you fire someone

• How to run the actual firing meeting (word-for-word advice)

• What to say (and what not to say) afterward to your team

• The role of severance, documentation, and legal considerations

• Why firing can lead to personal growth and a stronger team

• How to fire someone with compassion, clarity, and finality

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: Why Firing is So Hard
03:11 – First-Time Firing Stories
05:57 – How to Prepare: Documentation and Clarity
08:56 – Planning the Firing Meeting
11:58 – How to Run the Meeting (Step-by-Step)
15:10 – Aftermath and Supporting the Team
27:25 – Severance and Legal Considerations
34:55 – How to Communicate with the Team
40:13 – Leadership, Culture, and Letting Go
49:45 – Final Reflections on Growth Through Hard Conversations

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Matt's Links
Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/
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Chris's Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismreynolds/