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The surprising truth about low performers


Published on 2025-03-10 12:01:09 - Insider
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  • Studies show that firing low performing employees doesn't "raise the bar"
  • it actually lowers performance

The article from MSN discusses the perspectives of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg on handling low performers in the workplace. Both tech moguls advocate for a stringent approach where underperforming employees are quickly identified and removed from the company. Musk has publicly stated his belief that low performers should be let go to maintain high productivity and efficiency, often referencing his own companies' practices. Zuckerberg, on the other hand, has implemented a similar philosophy at Meta, where he has pushed for a culture of high performance, even suggesting that the bottom percentage of performers should be managed out. Critics argue that this approach overlooks the potential for growth and development within employees, ignores external factors affecting performance, and can lead to a high-stress work environment. The article suggests that while the intention might be to foster a culture of excellence, this method might also result in a loss of talent, decreased morale, and a lack of diversity in thought and experience, which are crucial for innovation.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careersandeducation/what-elon-musk-and-mark-zuckerberg-get-wrong-about-low-performers/ar-AA1AARtf ]