Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. A performance improvement plan can provide clear expectations for improvement and consequences if the employee does not meet the ...

Over the past year, I have been coaching my employee, “Mike,” on various issues and it has gotten to the point that we need a formal performance improvement plan. I don’t think this should b ...

Look, I know everyone (except me) hates performance improvement plans. Unfortunately, a recent survey by HR Acuity finds they are on the rise. If you’re writing a PIP with the goal (stated or ...

If so, you might be considering using a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) as a way to help the person succeed. Explore HBR HBR Store About HBR Manage My Account Follow HBR Harvard Business ...

I worked at an edtech company and was put on a performance improvement plan after making mistakes. I changed my workflow by creating spreadsheets and volunteering for more tasks. I survived the ...

A Performance Improvement Plan (“PIP”) is a long-standing HR tool for managing underperforming employees. Employers often use a PIP to document deficiencies and outline specific goals the ...

A performance improvement plan, also known as a PIP, is a formal document that outlines specific steps and goals for an employee to improve their performance or face potential termination.

Rule No. 1: Always respond to your manager’s performance review plan like it’s a love letter, even when it reads like a threat wrapped in bullet point. Your carefully drafted PIP arrived in my ...

A performance improvement plan is usually a list of tough-to-achieve goals to be completed within 30 to 90 days. Can’t shape up? You’re out.