16 years into my career I find myself in uncharted waters where day 1 upon return of vacation I was put on a 60 day pip. A lot of the activity metrics are beyond aspirational, some feel impossible considering the time of year, but here I am.
I've always felt that PIP was just documentation to fire you, or hope that you'll take the hint and quit. I decided to not take the exit option (no severance or anything) and work to beat it. I've learned of two people in my company who beat PIPs years ago, but otherwise anyone I know quit under the pressure or got fired.
The job market seems brutal right now, it's a good gig, at a great company, with good pay. I'd love to hear others experiences here. Am I stupid for trying to beat this thing?
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