Before You Call It a Performance Issue

Most performance issues aren’t actually performance issues.
This playbook helps you diagnose what’s really going on—before you escalate or handle it the wrong way.

Immediate access. Use it today.

Use this before:

  • Your next 1:1

  • Escalating to HR

  • Deciding whether to move to a PIP

  • You're dealing with someone who isn't delivering

  • You're not sure if it's truly a performance issue

  • You don't want to escalate too early, or wait too long

In 30 minutes, you’ll know exactly what you’re dealing with and what to do next:

Whether this is a clarity, capability, or true performance issue.

What needs to change (and who owns it).

How to move forward without second-guessing.

If you’re hoping this resolves itself, it won’t.

What’s inside:

  • Documentation framework

  • Clarity+ expectations checklist

  • Metrics + visibility system

  • Conversation script

  • Ownership framework

Immediate access. Use it today.

This is for you if:

You’re managing someone who isn’t delivering
You’re not sure if it’s truly a performance issue
You want to handle it correctly and confidently the first time