Five common goal-setting myths that undermine performance—and what behavioral science shows actually helps people follow ...

You're in a team meeting where the quarterly targets are presented by your manager. Even though you and your team didn't hit targets the previous quarter, it seems that the targets for this quarter ...

When Caroline Adams Miller learned about the science of goal setting, her professional and personal life changed forever. It was 2005, and Adams Miller was a student at the University of Pennsylvania ...

Clear and well-defined goals serve as a roadmap for success. They provide direction, motivation, and a sense of purpose. When you have clear goals, you’re more likely to stay focused, make better ...

The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. BY Geri Johnson January 1 ...

Have you ever set a big, ambitious goal only to feel completely overwhelmed by where to start? Maybe you’ve even mapped out a plan, only to find yourself stuck, frustrated, or unsure how to move ...

Each resolution achievement becomes a win with this approach. As the New Year begins and resolutions are set, a creative approach to setting goals for the year ahead is going viral online. The ...

New Year’s is just around the corner, which means many people are working on their New Year’s resolutions. But how do you set good goals for the new year — and then stick to those goals? If you are ...

Goal setting is a powerful tool that can transform your life, both personally and professionally. By taking the time to reflect on your past experiences, prioritize your ambitions, and leverage ...

What factors influence our success in reaching goals? Does setting a more ambitious goal generate self-confidence? Or does your confidence help determine your goal? Chicago Booth’s Avner ...

Dec. 28—A young man writing on a journal. Photo provided — Stacker As the new year approaches, many people begin thinking about their resolutions—typically focusing on physical health, saving money, ...

Young law enforcement officers should be encouraged to set clear, balanced goals across their career, personal life and finances for long-term success. Use the S.M.A.R.T. framework—Specific, ...