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Hi fishes! The hiring manager has asked me for salary expectations of B6 Data Analyst and my experience is 3.5 yrs with a CTC of 6.65. Considering I have to move to Bangalore l'm thinking of asking 13 or 14.. is it a big ask? If so, what do you think is a good ask? Please help. Thanks in advance :)
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There’s nothing wrong with an individual exploring their options.
Do you have the *right* to terminate them? If you're in the US and they don't have an employment contract that prohibits it, sure you do. Employment at will, and all that stuff. But why? Is their work suffering? Or are you just being petty that someone wants to "leave you?"
Your position says "Partner." To me, that implies law, accounting, or consulting. In those environments, you should want your associates who leave to have a positive impression of your organization, since they could impact whether a client considers your practice in the future. Maybe even consider helping to place them at a client if they have been a solid employee.
You seem to be taking it personally rather than looking at it professionally.
Are you in the hostage business? If you value their work offer enough value back and they’ll stay if it’s a fit. Or let the word spread after you fire them and wonder why no one wants to work for you.
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Just looking for another job usually isn’t grounds for termination on its own. In most jurisdictions, people are free to explore opportunities. It’s typically better handled with a conversation than jumping straight to dismissal.
As "senior management" you might feel secure in your position.. they might not.. shame on you.. Unless theyre a shit employee, as management, you should be helping them achieve greatness.. You're probably the reason they're exploring other options.. boo.. maybe you should leave..
It’s absolutely crazy that you’re a Partner and asking this im ngl
If you look after more than 1 person then I can assure you there are several more subordinates looking for employment elsewhere.
Gosh. People are allowed to want to advance their career and move on. Be part of the solution not the reason they want to go!
People who work for companies don't quit companies, they quit people. That said, you might want to take a look at why the subordinate is unhappy and correct that aspect because another person replacing them may have the same issues.
I really hope this is engagement farming rage bait.
I consider my best performers to all be flight risks. That’s why I take care of my team and have had zero turnover outside of a major RIF a couple years ago.
JHC what’s wrong with you?
Short answer: yes, you do have that right in most states
Why would you terminate someone just because they are looking outside your organization? If you are in an at-will employment state, then yes you can. Just because you can, doesn't mean that you should.
The question you should be asking is why are they looking for something else? Did they get pasted over for a promotion? Their pay raise wasn't what he/she thought it should be? Toxic workplace? Micromanager?
Yes, in the U.S., a company can legally terminate an employee for looking for another job. Under "at-will" employment, you can be fired for any reason—or no reason at all—as long as it is not for an illegal reason, such as discrimination or retaliation for whistleblowing.
Key Considerations
Company Time/Resources: Employers can absolutely fire you if you are using work time, computers, or resources to search for a new job, as this violates performance duties.
At-Will Status: Most US employees are "at-will," meaning they can be fired for looking for a new role.
Exceptions: If you have an employment contract or are part of a union that mandates "just cause" for termination, you may have protection, say contributors on Quora.
Retaliation vs. Searching: If you are fired for searching, ensure it was not actually retaliation for legal activity (e.g., taking FMLA leave).
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You can legally (in most cases) terminate someone for no reason at all. Whether you should is another conversation.