Jonathon Green has been a good employee until the past six months. During this time, he has accumulated at least one absence a week and has clocked in tardy 30 times. His productivity has fallen, and you have met with him to discuss these issues and look for solutions to the problems.

Yesterday, you met with him to discuss his recent six-month formal evaluation. His overall evaluation for this period has fallen to poor. Previously, all of his ratings were good or excellent.Write the letter that documents and explains the six-month rating. Provide an offer of support and ask that he meet with you to work out an improvement plan. Confirm his previous contributions to the company as a valuable employee, and express your desire to have him once again as a productive, effective employee. Use the indirect plan.