It’s not uncommon to see a ‘No Disparagement’ clause in employee agreements.
BUT….
- Does the same hold true for the business? Are you disparaging or gossiping about an employee (past/present) to peers? 🥴
- Do you let your emotions cloud your judgment and perspective? If the relationship has exhausted the desire/willingness to improve, it’s best to part ways.
Some relationships expire and it’s not the result of someone being the villain. But rather people with evolving interests, skills, goals, and capacity.
Environment impacts performance. If the culture and relationships aren’t aligned, there will be friction.
This is why someone can be satisfactory on one team and excel on another.
☀ It’s your responsibility to nurture talent, you can’t force it. Instead of throwing shade (pun intended), let them go where they’ll continue to grow and blossom.