Today in my 6 monthly performance review I was asked to go on a PIP by my manager. The head of HR was also there who started attending these reviews after an internal restructure. The rationale is reasonably valid yet seem petty and convenient for the purpose of a PIP; eg: accidentally sending email to wrong addressee, typos in investor documents, lack of lateral thinking.
What are my options and how should I handle my response?
Initially, I am thinking to ask for time to process and to request what options there are before going down any path (and not even mention the PIP, as am sure they shall point to that path to funnel me into it).
For background, I have been at the company for 5 years and have had an often fractured relationship with my manager, who is experienced and successful yet micro managing and hyper critical.
Over the years, advancement has been pushed down despite attempts to create opportunities and move forwards.
I suspect this is a final move before being fired.
Appreciate any tips and experience that has worked in your favour.