In this episode of the Burr Morning Show, Partner Emily Mack provides managers and human resources professionals with practical guidance on addressing employee performance and conduct issues in the workplace. The discussion focuses on frequently encountered challenges, with an emphasis on implementing appropriate interventions before issues escalate.

Viewers will learn best practices for documenting performance deficiencies, applying workplace policies consistently, conducting difficult conversations, setting clear expectations, and using performance improvement plans as effective management tools. The session offers actionable frameworks for managing difficult employees in a way that promotes accountability and helps protect organizations from unnecessary legal exposure.