Add Comment Question: I received a below average rating as a result of a forced distribution system at my company. This triggered a coaching plan that was set at the manager's discretion to be 30 days long and was highly unreasonable. I made an effort to negotiate the plan and get more time but the manager was not supportive. The environment was quite hostile - micromanaging, nitpicking, unreasonable demands and expectations, which led to a formal HR investigation that paused the plan. The investigation found the claims of inappropriate behaviour to be founded but the plan was reinstated. I am half way through it now after taking some medical leave and if I fail, i am on a PIP. Can I negotiate a mutual separation rather than going through the next 4-5 weeks with these plans? Answer: Hello, Yes, it is always possible to start a conversation about exiting the company with a fair severance package. If the company is cooperative, it could work. In our experience, however, if the company wanted to terminate you with a fair severance package, they would have already done so rather than put everyone through the process of performance management. This is a tricky situation which is best handled with the help of one of the employment lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin. Feel free to connect with us to schedule a consultation for an in-depth review of your matter and a tailored plan of action going forward. Regards, Lluc Cerda Lawyer Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.