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

1. Push yourself but not too hard. Sustainability is crucial in both sports and business. When training for a race, it’s tempting to push your limits every day. However, this approach can quickly lead ...

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 ...

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.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jess Cording is a dietitian and health coach who covers wellness. How many times have you set a goal because you felt it was the ...

Fresh off our New Year’s celebrations, many of us chart a course for our personal and professional improvement. We reflect on where we have been and where we want to go. Change is a part of the ...

Goal setting is one of those things that seems like it would be fundamental to success. If you’ve read any books or articles about getting ahead in your career or life, you’ve probably come across ...