All Things Work, S3, EP19
In a PIP Panic? How to Turn a “Death Sentence” into Your Biggest Opportunity
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Facing a performance improvement plan (PIP) can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of the line in your job. Discover how to use a PIP to grow and get back on track as Nicole Belyna, director of talent at SHRM and co-host of SHRM’s Honest HR podcast, shares actionable strategies for employees and managers to navigate PIPs, rebuild trust, and drive professional success. Belyna tackles everything from coaching different worker personas to answering audience questions to playing “red flag, beige flag” — but for PIP advice!
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Podcast Episode Guest
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Nicole Belyna
Nicole Belyna, SHRM-SCP, is a seasoned human resources leader with over 15 years of expertise in talent management. As the Director of Talent at SHRM in Alexandria, VA, she leads a team of exceptional HR professionals in driving innovative talent strategies that attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent. Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in designing and executing award-winning talent management initiatives for well-known brands.
Nicole’s strategic approach enhances the employee experience at every stage—from candidate selection and onboarding to career development and offboarding—positioning organizations as premier workplaces and net exporters of talent. A trusted advisor to executive teams, she excels at aligning talent and technology strategies with broader business objectives to drive sustainable success. By prioritizing employee engagement, talent growth, workforce agility, and digital fluency, Nicole helps organizations build inclusive cultures that foster innovation and high performance.
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