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Performance Improvement Plan

A fair, real chance to succeed, and a clear record either way.

In the 9-page guide

  • A 5-point prep check
  • Vague vs. measurable standards
  • How to run the plan week by week
  • State notes for CA, NY, IL, TX, and FL
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Performance Improvement Plan template

A ready-to-use plan with shaded fields to fill in, plus a signature page and space for the employee's written response.

Plan details and purpose
Employee, manager, dates, and the areas of concern.
02 Performance expectations
Current performance, expected standard, and how it's measured, for up to three issues.
03 Action plan
What the employee will do, and what the company will provide.
04 Timeline and check-ins
Plan length, meeting cadence, and kickoff, midpoint, and final review dates.
05 Outcome
Possible outcomes, with at-will language your counsel can adjust.
06 Acknowledgment
Signatures, a declined-to-sign note, and a box for the employee's response.
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About this guide

What the Performance Improvement Plan guide covers

A fair, real chance to succeed, and a clear record either way. Written for managers and HR leads at small and growing companies, in plain language, with federal rules and state notes for California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Florida.

The 9-page guide covers a 5-point prep check; vague vs. measurable standards; how to run the plan week by week; state notes for CA, NY, IL, TX, and FL. It comes with 1 editable Word template: Performance Improvement Plan template. It is also part of the Performance & Exit Kit.

Price: $49, one-time purchase, instant download. General guidance, not legal advice: review finished documents with your legal counsel.

Questions

Frequently asked

How long should a performance improvement plan last?

Commonly 30 to 90 days, long enough to show real improvement against clear, measurable goals with regular check-ins.

Is a PIP just a step toward termination?

It shouldn't be. A good PIP is a real chance to succeed, with support and check-ins. It also creates a clear record if performance doesn't improve.

Is this legal advice?

No. ModuleHire HR guides and templates are general guidance. Review anything that affects an employee with your legal counsel before you use it.

How do I get the files?

Right after checkout you get a download page and an email link. Everything you buy also lives in your library at hr.modulehire.com/library.html, so you can download it again any time.

Which states do the guides cover?

Guides on topics where state law matters, such as pay, leave, hiring, and terminations, include state notes for California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Florida alongside federal rules.