Performance Problems Before the PIP: How Managers Address Decline Early and Fairly

Overview:

Performance issues are often handled too late, either because managers hope the problem will improve on its own or because they are unsure how to address it early and fairly. This workshop gives managers a practical approach to spotting performance decline, having clearer conversations, creating follow-through, and taking fair action before problems become formal cases. It is designed for leaders who want to address issues with more confidence, better judgment, and stronger documentation.

Why you should Attend:

When performance slips and managers wait too long, the problem usually grows, trust drops, and formal processes become harder. This session helps managers spot decline early, hold better conversations, document fairly, and act before issues turn into a formal Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) process.

Areas Covered in the Session:

• Early signs that performance is starting to decline
• The difference between a one-off issue and a repeating performance pattern
• How to address performance concerns early without overreacting
• What clear performance conversations should sound like
• How to separate support, coaching, and accountability
• What fair follow-up and documentation should include
• When a problem is moving toward a formal Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) process
• Practical steps for dealing with decline early and more effectively

Who Will Benefit:

• Managers
• Team Leaders
• Supervisors
• Department Heads
• Operations Managers
• Human Resources (HR) Professionals
• People Managers