Do you have an underperforming employee who has been falling short of your standards recently? Have they caused a string of performance failures, such as missed deadlines, gotten poor customer ...

Inc.com columnist Alison Green answers questions about workplace and management issues—everything from how to deal with a micromanaging boss to how to talk to someone on your team about body odor.

Yes, it is important to address performance issues and put people on an improvement plan. It is even better to set clear ...

Every business leader should give their employees informal feedback. It can improve employee performance, company morale and team communication.

Look, I know everyone (except me) hates performance improvement plans. Unfortunately, a recent survey by HR Acuity finds they are on the rise. If you’re writing a PIP with the goal (stated or unstated ...

For managers, supporting underperforming employees requires skilled coaching that inspires growth, ownership and accountability. With the right approach, people managers can uncover the root causes of ...

Don't lose hope if you find out you are being put on a PIP. There's an opportunity for a successful outcome if you are proactive. Carol Yepes via Getty Images A performance improvement plan –– or “PIP ...