So, I was on this personal improvement plan (PIP) at work, and I ended up getting fired because I couldn’t meet the goals. Do I even stand a chance at unemployment benefits, or am I out of luck? Anyone been through this?
Honestly, if you got fired because of a PIP, it’s gonna be hard to get unemployment. Usually, they see that as a ‘performance issue’ and deny it.
Zinnia said:
Honestly, if you got fired because of a PIP, it’s gonna be hard to get unemployment. Usually, they see that as a ‘performance issue’ and deny it.
Wait, what’s a PIP exactly? 
@Tatum
Oh, my bad! PIP stands for Personal Improvement Plan. Basically, it’s a last-chance plan to improve before they consider firing you.
Zinnia said:
Honestly, if you got fired because of a PIP, it’s gonna be hard to get unemployment. Usually, they see that as a ‘performance issue’ and deny it.
Yep, pretty much. If they say it’s a ‘performance issue,’ it’s tough to get benefits.
Same thing happened to me last year. Got denied for unemployment because I couldn’t meet PIP goals. They count it as a ‘cause’ for firing.
Mckinley said:
Same thing happened to me last year. Got denied for unemployment because I couldn’t meet PIP goals. They count it as a ‘cause’ for firing.
Exactly what I was worried about… thanks for letting me know. 
It really depends on your state. Some are stricter, and they’ll deny for ‘performance issues,’ but others are more flexible.
Sky said:
It really depends on your state. Some are stricter, and they’ll deny for ‘performance issues,’ but others are more flexible.
Oh really? So there might be hope depending on where you are?
@Paxton
Yeah, some states are more lenient, but it’s still tricky. You’d have to show it wasn’t fair or something.
I’d say apply anyway, but be ready for your employer to contest it. They’ll probably argue it was due to ‘not meeting expectations.’
Sam said:
I’d say apply anyway, but be ready for your employer to contest it. They’ll probably argue it was due to ‘not meeting expectations.’
Yeah, they were strict with me too… probably won’t let it slide.
Sam said:
I’d say apply anyway, but be ready for your employer to contest it. They’ll probably argue it was due to ‘not meeting expectations.’
Maybe try a free legal service to see if there’s anything you can do? Worth a shot.
Not meeting PIP expectations usually means no benefits, sadly. But you should still apply just in case.
Talon said:
Not meeting PIP expectations usually means no benefits, sadly. But you should still apply just in case.
Thanks, I think I’ll go for it. Can’t hurt, right? 