I'm reading that there are several issues. Issues in the HR Office needing discipline and Directors not Supporting You. What are the issues that require discipline. Are they all the same? What has been your approach with each person at the onset of the issue. How did you get to the point where people require discipline. Can you have a one on one discussion with each individual and ask them what's going on? Be prepared for the answer! Is there something that you may need to change about the way certain things are done or not done. It's hard to advise when I don't know how you and your team work. What are the team goals? How do the team work together? What are the "ground rules" Is there a team meeting? Wgat are the rewards for the team in performing well and exceeding expectations? What does the team think about the "issue of discipline or poor performance" Perhaps the second issue with the directors could become less of an issue when the team is working well together. If you want to di