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.

Ask coaching questions to help the employee land on goals that connect to their motivations and the business’s growth needs.

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As we head into the new year, many people are setting goals. But how many of those goals will actually be realized? A 2023 Forbes Health survey uncovered some insights into that question. Specifically ...

Before diving into timelines and work-back plans, the first step is defining your life goals clearly. These can be anything from career milestones to health and fitness objectives, or even personal ...

Business goals provide direction for your company and can motivate your team to reach milestones. Learn about the goal-setting process and types of goals.

The pandemic has put pressure on our high-achieving, hustle-culture society, and that pressure is exposing the cracks. More people than ever before are quitting their jobs, and 4 out of 5 workers say ...

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Proponents have commandeered the phrase “act your wage” to encourage workers to do just what they are paid to in an attempt at setting boundaries at work. Company executives and some careers experts ...