Just Received A Performance Improvement Plan? What To Do Next

Jeffrey Fermin
8 min readJun 6, 2023

If you’ve just received a performance improvement plan (PIP), it can be a challenging and stressful time. A PIP is a formal document that outlines areas where your performance is falling short and sets out specific actions you need to take to improve.

While receiving a PIP can be difficult, it’s important to remember that it’s not necessarily the end of the road. In fact, a PIP can be an opportunity for you to develop new skills, demonstrate your value to the company, and turn things around. In this blog post, we’ll explore what you can do if you’ve received a PIP, how to approach the process, and how to use it as a springboard for growth and success in your career.

Understanding What A PIP Is

If you’re an employee who has just received a PIP, it’s understandable to feel concerned or anxious about what it means. A PIP is a formal document that outlines areas of your performance that are falling short and sets out specific actions you need to take to improve. It’s essentially a roadmap for how you can address any issues and get back on track.

While receiving a PIP can be difficult, it’s important to remember that it’s not necessarily a reflection of your worth as an employee. PIPs are often used as a way for employers to help employees who are…

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Jeffrey Fermin
Jeffrey Fermin

Written by Jeffrey Fermin

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