Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Performance-based motivation is a type of motivation where individuals are driven by the desire to achieve specific goals or outcomes based on their performance.
Related terms
Goal Setting Theory: The theory that specific and challenging goals lead to higher levels of performance compared to vague or easy goals.