One of my clients recently reached out with an urgent question—they had to terminate an employee and weren’t sure what paperwork was legally required in California. Like many business owners, they wanted to “get it right” but found the rules confusing and a little overwhelming.
I stepped in and created a comprehensive explanation that broke everything down in clear, simple steps. We reviewed:
- The timing of the final paycheck and exactly when it must be provided.
- The state-required documents that must be given to the employee at termination.
- The importance of documentation—not just the forms, but the backup details such as performance records and other proof that support a termination decision.
What started as a single question about paperwork turned into a complete roadmap on how to handle employee separations properly and confidently. My client told me they felt fully prepared, not just for this situation, but for any future one as well.
In their words, I “exceeded their standards by giving them more information than they ever thought they needed.”
That’s what People First is all about—helping our clients feel informed, supported, and confident that they’re doing things the right way.
