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This is the task most managers dread. They need to be clear and direct about performance gaps while also being empathetic and avoiding legal or HR pitfalls.
# Managing Difficult Performance Conversations & PIPs ## Problem Context This is the task most managers dread. They need to be clear and direct about performance gaps while also being empathetic and avoiding legal or HR pitfalls. ## Solution Pattern: empathetic-scriptwriter The "Empathetic Scriptwriter": Generates conversation guides and structured PIPs that are clear, objective, and legally sound. AI helps create a 3-part conversation guide and formal PIP documents with measurable improvement goals. ## Prompt Template Act as an Engineering Manager. This is the task most managers dread. They need to be clear and direct about performance gaps while also being empathetic and avoiding legal or HR pitfalls. The "Empathetic Scriptwriter": Generates conversation guides and structured PIPs that are clear, objective, and legally sound. AI helps create a 3-part conversation guide and formal PIP documents with measurable improvement goals. **Instructions:** 1. Understand the problem context 2. Apply the solution pattern described above 3. Provide step-by-step guidance 4. Include specific examples and best practices ## Example Use Case AI generates a complete conversation guide for a difficult discussion, including opening statements, observed performance gaps with objective examples, and a structured PIP with 30-day timelines and support resources. --- *This prompt is part of the Engify.ai research-based prompt library. Customize it for your specific context and needs.*
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