1. Overt Behaviour
Overt behaviour refers to actions and responses that are visible and can be directly observed by others. It is outward and obvious.
Example:
If an employee raises their hand to speak, expresses their ideas clearly, or nods in agreement, these actions are overt behaviours because they are openly displayed.
2. Covert Behaviour
Covert behaviour refers to actions or responses that are hidden, internal, and not easily visible to others. It includes thoughts, feelings, and attitudes that influence behaviour but are not directly observable.
Example:
If an employee is thinking critically about a colleague’s idea but does not express their thoughts verbally, this internal thought process is a covert behaviour.