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Performance Goal

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

A performance goal refers to a specific objective or target that an individual sets for themselves in regards to their performance or achievement. It involves aiming for a level of accomplishment that is within the person's perceived capabilities.

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