260: Performance Improvement Plans: What You Need to Know

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Have you ever been on a PIP?
Have you ever had to manage a PIP?

If you don’t know what a PIP is, that could be considered a good thing. A performance improvement plan (PIP) is a formal document that helps employees struggling to meet job performance expectations. It outlines areas of performance that are falling short, identifies skills or training gaps, and sets specific goals for improvement.

PIPs are not disciplinary actions, but they can feel like that. They are intended to help employers and managers help employees succeed rather than a punitive measure.

But they don’t feel like that, and often, it seems that more people are either terminated or leave their position rather than succeed and stay within the organization.

Drawing from my personal experiences, I'll share actionable strategies to tackle a PIP head-on, emphasizing the importance of clarity, support networks, and ownership. We'll explore the dual outcomes of a PIP and how to steer towards a positive resolution. Learn how to dissect the details of your plan, ensure regular check-ins with your manager, and utilize every resource at your disposal. This episode isn't just about surviving a PIP; it's about converting it into an opportunity for growth and demonstrating your value within the organization.

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