The Importance of Documenting Conversations in the Workplace

There are many different types of conversations that happen every day, and it is not always necessary to document every single one. But when we're talking about conversations that occur at work, it's vital to do just that. Here are many reasons why you should be documenting these exchanges. Providing Warnings Whether it's a warning about an employee's production or bad behavior, it is important for all reprimands to be recorded in an employee's HR file. Even if you believe a verbal warning will correct the situation, it must be noted in case another warning needs to be given. The accuracy of important workplace conversations can be a liability issue. Document those conversations to emerge evidence of a problem with that employee. This can save your company high legal costs if you're unable to prove the termination to be lawful. Mediating Conflicts Occasionally, an employee's personality or work habits can cause problems in the workplace. When fac...