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What will get an employee immediately fired?
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13 answers
Josephine Cai
Josephine’s Answer
Lack of integrity, fraud and deceit. For example, committing crimes like financial fraud, misleading employers with false educational and professional qualifications, and lying in general. You will get fired immediately, period. So don’t go there, ever. Be truthful and honest, authenticity is the cornerstone to life and career success, no matter what your definition of success is.
Albertina L-C
Albertina’s Answer
I've worked in many different environments (sales, finance, banking, training). I have also been fired from a job before (not immediately, but after several warnings) for tardiness. I would say a good golden rule to live by is "always be honest". Integrity will always guide you in the right direction- to do the right thing. Different companies may fire for different reasons, it all depends on their policies. As stated in other answers you got on your question generally actions of dishonesty (stealing, using company resources wrongfully, lying to customers, abusing power, etc) can cause someone to get into deep trouble fast. No matter where you work a great way to stay out of trouble is to stay informed and updates, and ask questions. If you don't know whether something could get you in trouble, ask someone before doing it (manager, peers) or read up on their policies.
Doreen Chen
Doreen’s Answer
Jessica Scott
Jessica’s Answer
Policies and procedures are put into place for a reason as well as the mission and code of conduct. When a employee doesn't follow these that puts them more at risk for immediate termination.
Mark P
Mark’s Answer
I would say in some cases, an employee's behavior may merit immediate dismissal. The employees behavior could be committed in front of co-workers or in front of a customer. HR will typically will investigate the matter prior to making decision, is what I have seen take place in the past. The employee may simply have knack for saying something inappropriate and creates a unwelcoming work environment. This can put a business at risk for a sexual harassment claim. It's important to do something about the employee as soon as possible, taking action is key.
Saurabh Agnihotri
Saurabh’s Answer
First of all, let me tell you that firing someone or getting fired is a very stressful and negative experience. It is as difficult for an employer as it is for the employee (at least in most of the cases).
Now, coming to your question about what can get an employee immediately fired:
1) Unethical Conduct like stealing, taking bribe or any other dishonesty.
2) Allegation of Sexual Harrassment done by an employee.
3) Breaching or violating company policy
4) Working for another competitor parallely.
5) Poor performance or a blunder in your job.
6) Unprofessional attitude such as coming late regularly, unexplained absenteeism, verbal spat with a coworker, unreasonable arguments with managers
Srinivas Pullambhatla
Srinivas’s Answer
Hundreds of other thing but as per my experience termination may not be immediate, It involves HR investigation, Else it could become a legal.
Lucie dC
Lucie’s Answer
Anything that could get you arrested, and if you would not do it in your every day life I would definitely not try to do it within a company.
Katy Darcy
Katy’s Answer
Swathi Sankaran
Swathi’s Answer
1) COBC (Code of Business Conduct) violation
2) Sexual harassment
3) Poor Performance
4) Falsifying Company Records
5) Violating Company Policy.
6) Using Company Property for Personal Business.
Amanda Andino
Amanda’s Answer
Diane Schwantes
Diane’s Answer
In my experience as an HR Business Partner an "immediate" termination is rare. Most businesses will do an investigation into the alleged activity and allow the employee to state their side of the story prior to separating them. Acts that would warrant an investigation would include violating policies or the Code of Business Conduct. Examples would include theft, violations of the substance abuse policy, sexual harassment, lying about sales results or expenses, etc. The bottom line is this: The only thing in your career that is100% in your control is your integrity. Don't ever compromise it for anything and you will not be in a position to be immediately terminated. Make sure you understand your employer's policies and if you have any doubt if an action will be problematic, ask your supervisor or an HR Manager.
