General
performance improvement plan
What does performance improvement plan mean?
A formal HR document outlining an underperforming employee's shortfalls and goals for improvement over a set period. It is widely seen by workers as a prelude to termination.
"Getting put on a PIP felt like a countdown clock, so he started rage applying that night."
Origin
Standard HR process; the acronym PIP is common workplace shorthand.
Frequently asked questions
What is a performance improvement plan?
It is a formal HR document listing an underperforming employee's shortfalls and improvement goals over a set period.
Does a PIP mean you are getting fired?
Not always, but workers widely see it as a prelude to termination, and many treat it as a signal to start job hunting.
What does PIP stand for?
PIP is common workplace shorthand for 'performance improvement plan.'
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