EDD eligibility interview tomorrow after PIP completion - do I mention it?

Do NOT mention the PIP unless they specifically ask about it!!! The company already gave you an official reason of 'business decision' and that's what you should stick with. EDD isn't going to dig through your HR files. If they wanted to fire you for performance they could have done it during your PIP. I've been through 3 EDD interviews and they mainly want to hear the basic facts. Volunteering extra info that makes your case complicated is NEVER a good idea!!!

I'd recommend being truthful but strategic. If directly asked if you were ever on a performance plan, don't lie. However, you should emphasize that you successfully completed the PIP a month before termination, which strongly suggests the company was satisfied with your improvement. The official reason given was 'business decision' - stick with that as your primary answer. In my experience with EDD interviews, they're mainly concerned with whether you were fired for misconduct. A PIP that was completed successfully doesn't indicate misconduct. For unemployment purposes, being let go for performance reasons (not misconduct) or business decisions both typically qualify you for benefits.

i had something similar happen 2 months ago. just tell them exactly what ur employer said - business decision. dont volunteer anything else. got my benefits no problem

The EDD system is completely broken and these interviews are designed to trip you up! I was honest in mine and they used EVERYTHING against me. My interviewer was horrible and kept trying to twist my words. Be extremely careful what you say - they're looking for ANY reason to deny your claim. If your official separation reason was business decision, that's ALL you should say. Don't elaborate, don't explain, don't give them ammunition.

Did ya get the lay off in writing? If u have documentation saying "business decision" thats all u need my friend!! Keep it simple!

I conduct unemployment eligibility workshops, and here's what you need to know: When EDD conducts eligibility interviews, they're primarily determining if you were let go through no fault of your own. Since you completed your PIP successfully and were told it was a business decision, those facts work in your favor. If asked directly about any performance issues, be honest but emphasize the timeline - completed PIP, positive feedback, then later separated for business reasons. Don't volunteer the PIP information if not asked. The burden is actually on the employer to prove misconduct, and a completed PIP followed by a month of continued employment strongly suggests there was no misconduct. Prepare for the interview by writing down the exact dates of the PIP, completion, and termination. Have your termination letter ready. Stay calm and answer questions directly without elaborating unless asked to do so.

when is ur interview? mines got rescheduled twice this month so dont be surprised if they dont even call u tomorrow lol

Have you tried calling EDD to ask them some general questions before your interview? Good luck getting through though... I spent days trying to reach them about my interview questions and kept getting the "we're experiencing high call volume" message before getting disconnected. So frustrating!

One more important tip: during the interview, if you don't understand a question, ask for clarification. Sometimes the interviewer's questions can be confusing or seem like they're fishing for something. It's perfectly okay to say, "I want to make sure I understand your question correctly, are you asking..." This prevents misunderstandings that could affect your claim. Also, remember that the interview is being recorded, so take your time to think before answering. There's no rush, and thoughtful answers are better than hasty ones you might regret.

Just checking in - how did your interview go? Did they ask about the PIP?