How to Spot a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Before It Lands: Reading the Warning Signs at Work
Introduction:In many workplaces, employees find themselves blindsided when placed on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP). One day everything seems fine, and the next, they’re sitting in a meeting wondering how they got there. But rarely does a PIP come without warning. Leaders often leave subtle but consistent signals—what we can call breadcrumbs—long before the formal