The department that turned firing into a growth opportunity.
A formal document outlining performance deficiencies and required improvements, theoretically offering support but practically serving as termination paperwork. The corporate 'we need to talk' that never ends well.
A colloquial and often derogatory term for a junior or insignificant employee, typically used behind closed doors by managers discussing organizational hierarchy. Not to be confused with a Performance Improvement Plan, though the employees might be headed for one.
A manager who still does individual contributor work while managing others, essentially two jobs for slightly more than one salary. It sounds empowering but usually means you're understaffed.
Groups of people protected from discrimination under federal and state laws based on characteristics like race, gender, age, disability, and religion. Being in a protected class doesn't guarantee a job, but it does guarantee you can't be rejected because of that characteristic.