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14 things to say when you get fired that you won't regret

Published by Business Insider on Sat, 10 Dec 2016


Being fired is one of the most stressful things than can happen to a person.So it's completely natural for anyone going through the dreaded process to feel a range of emotionsincluding intense anger and shockwhich can prompt them to say or do things they will later regret, says Michael Kerr, an international business speaker and author of "The Humor Advantage.""It's important to remember that being unprofessional in any way could do long-term damage to your personal brand and reputation," he says."You need to keep in mind that most successful people have been fired at some point in their life. It's a temporary setback that won't ruin your entire life, and it isn't necessarily personal," he said.Remaining polite and leaving with your head held high will help the transition immensely, he adds:"Do you want to leave in such a way that it will only reinforce the impression that they made the right choice in firing you' Or would you rather leave in such a classy way that your boss remains as supportive as possible during a very difficult time and remembers you in a more positive, professional light'"As difficult as it is at the time, the best course of action is to try and keep a level head and not burn any bridges: "Take a deep breath and err on the side of saying nothing if you feel you can't keep control of your emotions."Here are 14things you should always try to say to the person firing you if you want to leave on a high note:SEE ALSO:13 things people say when they get fired that they later regret'OK ... mmm-hmm ... yes ... I understand'The first thing to do is to take in all the information and, as hard as it is in the moment, just listenand acknowledge what the person is saying, Kerr suggests.'Can I have a moment to process this''If you think you're going to say or do something you might later regret, ask for a moment to process what's happening and compose yourself."Take a deep breath and even ask for a few moments if you need to collect your thoughts and rein in your emotions," Kerr says. "The key is to remain professional and not burn any bridges."'Would you be able to explain why I am being let go''Without getting defensive, ask for specific details as to why you are being fired.Kerr says, "As hard is this might be, hearing the specifics will help you come to terms with the dismissal, and help you be aware of future landmines when you go to work in another company."It will also help you determine if your termination is justified.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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