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Jeffrey Smith

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Abstract

Jeffrey Smith and David Johnson have apparently irreconcilable differences over their firm's strategy, which have led Jeffrey to conclude that he must fire David. Focuses on whether Jeffrey has used his influence in such a way as to avoid conflict. If he has no other option, how should Jeffrey go about firing David? A rewritten version of an earlier case.

Keywords

Resignation and Termination; Conflict and Resolution

Citation

Ibarra, Herminia M., and Jennifer Suesse. "Jeffrey Smith." Harvard Business School Case 498-043, January 1998.

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