Interviewer: How would you fire someone?
Jon: I would tell them in person in a direct way. I do not think that it is a situation that you want to draw out. It is better to tell the person right away and then explain the reasons why.
Interviewer: And what would you do if the person got upset?
Jon: I would just listen to them. Getting fired is hard on people, and many people would react angrily or become depressed. In these kinds of situations, it is best to avoid talking too much. It is better to listen intently to the other person. Also, if possible I would try to cheer them up or offer them any help that I could.
Interviewer: Have you ever fired anybody before?
Jon: No, I have not.
Interviewer: How would you feel about doing it?
Jon: It is not something that I would be excited about, but I would do it if I had to. It is a part of business.
Patterns and Examples
If I had to fire someone, then I would ____________________.
- If I had to fire someone, then I would just tell them directly and honestly.
- If I had to fire someone, then I would speak with the person privately, tell them the truth, and try to help them in any way I could.
First, I would ____________________. And then, I would ____________________.
- First, I would tell them personally. And then, I would offer them any help that I could.
- First, I would contact them and set up a meeting in person. And then, I would have an honest conversation with them about the situation.
If I were in this situation, I would ____________________.
- If I were in this situation, I would tell them directly.
- If I were in this situation, I would inform them in person and explain why they were being fired.
