You thought you were rid of that toxic employee, but now he's causing you even more problems - posting negative Google reviews and refusing to return company property. Why is this happening?
Perspective employers can ask anything they want about an applicant, but you as a current/ex-employer are legally restricted on what you are allowed to share. Check out this post for details... and for the one exception to the rule.
No matter how "great" an employee is, if they're undermining the brand they're not great... they're not even good. Here's what to do about it.
Before terminating an employee, ask yourself these 7 questions to make sure you're representing the Brand and providing solutions to the customer... and setting yourself in a good light in case of a lawsuit.

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