One of the curious disparities among people reporting a desire for a better life is the small percentage who set actual goals to make their lives better. This disparity is difficult to understand ...

Ever set a goal with the best intentions, only to find yourself losing steam a few weeks in? You’re not alone. I’ve been there too – staring at a half-finished to-do list, wondering where my ...

Long-term success in goal achievement involves intrinsic motivation and seeing goals as identity changes, not just arbitrary targets. The SHAPING goal-setting system offers a framework focusing on ...

When it comes to fitness, or any kind of personal growth, motivation can come and go. Some days you’re ready to take on the world, and other days, just making it to the gym feels like a win. What ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Murphy covers leadership, hiring and employee engagement. SMART goals aren’t making your employees better—they’re making them ...

Why do some employees do better than others? According to goal-setting theory, one reason is that they have better, clearer goals. These goals guide their behavior towards better workplace output.