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Glossary of Performance Terminology

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Behavior

Observable and measurable personal actions and reactions driven by a person's conscious and sub-conscious

thoughts, motives, attitudes and feelings.

Behavioral Coaching (Behavioral-based Coaching)

A coaching style within the domain of performance coaching that utilizes a specific coaching model and incorporates

a structured methodology that relies heavily on the behavioral sciences . Also known as evidence-based

coaching.

Behavioral Science

The study of human behavior, generally encompassing the disciplines of psychology, sociology, anthropology,

economics, politics science and history.

Belief

An acceptance or confidence that a thing is true or real—a mental conviction.

Benchmarking

The comparison of similar processes across different organizations to measure outcomes, identify best practices

and set performance targets.

Best Practice

The most effective and efficient approach for a particular organization for achieving an objective or accomplishing

a task, usually determined through the process of benchmarking.

Blended Learning

A blending of different learning environments.

Business Coaching

A coaching discipline that focuses on enhancing and refining the performance of key functions and activities that are

central to an organization achieving desired business results.

Business Strategy

Concept describing the effective application of business resources for the purpose of outperforming competition.