Does Someone Have to Go?

When control of a family-owned business, Velocity Merchant Services, is turned over to employees, staff members realize that solving personnel problems is more complicated than they expected.

Three employees from Velocity Merchant Services in Downers Grove, Ill., state their cases as to why they should not be fired from the company.

Employees at DFX Sports and Fitness in Anaheim, Calif., assess problems at their workplace.

The three bottom employees at DFX Sports and Fitness in Anaheim, Calif., explain why they should keep their jobs.

The CEO of True Home Value hands over the tough decisions to the employees.

The CEO of True Home Value lets employees tackle tough decisions.