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Team CPM
January 12th, 2023 • 7 min read
Summary
A performance improvement plan (PIP) is a tool you can use to create individualized and actionable steps to help team members make progress at work. PIPs can be useful for team members that you think will benefit from a structured action plan. Use this article to learn how PIPs can benefit your team.
What is a performance improvement plan?
A performance improvement plan (PIP) is a motivational tool that offers individualized and actionable steps for team members to meet performance goals. If you have a team member that isn’t meeting goals, you can use a PIP as an opportunity to improve through customized action steps.Typically, you’ll meet with team members individually to discuss performance issues and work with that team member to create a PIP. The PIP should include a structured plan for the future and achievable goals.
Tips to consider before implementing a performance improvement plan
The most important thing to remember before you go into this conversation is that a PIP is designed to help team members improve. Think of this as a conversation where you offer constructive feedback and create tangible next steps for improvement. The tips below can make it easier for you to go into a conversation with an open mind and help your team members digest the information effectively.
What’s included in a performance improvement plan?
Before you customize a performance improvement plan, it’s important to understand what typically goes into one. As you draft your template, keep this checklist in mind.This section of the PIP explains what might happen if the PIP proves ineffective. This might include further escalation or possible termination.
