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 ...

“Then, they gave me a performance improvement plan (PIP).” Unlike most PIPs, which offer struggling workers a formal, goal-driven structure and timeline to meet employer expectations, Jonathan ...

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, 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.

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 ...

These key components of the PIP will be captured on the PIP form for review and signature with the employee and must be approved by HR in advance (see attached PIP Template). While a Performance ...