PIPs in Tech

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:23:54 -0700

If you’re a high performer, chances are you know about what a “PIP” is, but may have never been placed on one.

Maybe you have, maybe you haven’t.

But in the current era of AI + layoffs that we’re in, I have a feeling more people have recently become familiar with what a PIP includes.

What is a PIP?

A PIP is also known as a “Performance Improvement Plan.” In the event that you aren’t performing to the duties that your position requires, your manager can place you on one of these.

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PIPs in Tech