Americans are quitting their jobs at the highest rate in more than 16 years, according to the Mercury News. This past January, 2.2 percent of the entire U.S. workforce left their position for a new opportunity or left the workforce altogether. Many of these employees left because of poor management. If an organization isn’t good at managing its people, those people will find organizations that will. That’s why it’s important for managers to have a plan in place and not test out management styles and tactics on their employees. Practicing management simply will not work. Additionally, communication is key in any manager–employee relationship. Using straightforward language is important; although it can often seem harsh, you need to get to the point quickly and leaving no room for interpretation it. For instance, don’t say, “If this continues, we will need to evaluate our options.” Say, “If you do this again, you’ll be fired.” To that point, treating employees like adults is important. They can handle bad news and direct discourse, but they also deserve professional respect. One of the best ways to demonstrate this respect is to be truthful with them at all times.