Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terms used in modern performance management, continuous feedback, and team-health work. Every entry is a self-contained answer first, with a short note on how Mistvine relates to the concept.
OKR (Objectives and Key Results)
OKRs are a goal-setting framework that pairs one qualitative objective with three-to-five measurable key results, typically run on a quarterly or wave-based cycle.
Read definition →9-box grid
The 9-box grid is a 3×3 matrix that plots employees on current performance versus future potential, used in succession planning and talent reviews.
Read definition →Team health
Team health is a measurement of how effectively a team functions across dimensions like psychological safety, clarity, autonomy, and collaboration.
Read definition →Continuous feedback
Continuous feedback is a performance management approach that replaces annual reviews with frequent, lightweight feedback throughout the year.
Read definition →Psychological safety
Psychological safety is the shared belief that a team is safe for interpersonal risk-taking — speaking up, dissenting, admitting mistakes, asking questions.
Read definition →360-degree feedback
360-degree feedback collects performance feedback on an individual from peers, direct reports, and managers — not just from the direct manager.
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