Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Those accustomed to setting goals emphasize that the very process of doing so is a key factor in their success in achieving more. For me, ...

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.

You probably know that setting goals is an essential part of any fitness or lifestyle change. Unfortunately, many people who set goals fail to achieve them. It’s not enough to just decide on a goal, ...

The process of operational goal-setting is a critical step when it comes to business planning. It's the step that transforms strategic plans into actionable items. I previously wrote about operational ...

Teams that dream big and connect with their goals are more motivated and tend to outperform those that select safe, manageable goals. The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network ...

Once or twice a year, there's a deliverable that presents a challenge to both managers and their employees: performance reviews. While many companies conduct annual reviews, some are adopting a more ...

After four decades of leadership, here’s a practical, no-nonsense approach to setting clear, actionable goals that drive real results in 2026 and beyond. Why many leaders struggle with goal setting in ...

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 ...

The year slowly comes to an end and athletes now find time to reflect upon past performances and focus on what’s next. As we think about the practices and races of the past year, we automatically ...