Suppose That as a Supervisor, You Find It Necessary to Discipline

Multiple Choice

Suppose that as a supervisor, you find it necessary to discipline one of your employees for consistently showing up for work late. Which one of the following actions would be correct to perform?

A) Punish the individual by focusing on his or her irresponsibility.
B) Make an example out of this person by punishing him or her, but not others who are also consistently late.
C) Give the person the rest of the day off after you discuss the problem.
D) Clearly communicate the reasons for the disciplinary action.