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.

As January looms, so does the adage “New Year, New You.” Despite all good intentions, the adage's call to action seldom lasts beyond a few weeks. While statistics vary, the most common resolutions ...

January is a time for new beginnings and new goals. The truth is goal setting has become a lost art that’s seldom taught at home, in school, or in the workplace. Companies are quick to ask employees ...

Goal setting is a research-informed intervention that has demonstrated improved behavioral outcomes for students with emotional and behavioral disorders. However, not all students will respond to goal ...

In 2024, 3 in 10 Americans made a New Year's resolution with just 9% actually sticking to their resolutions throughout the year according to Drive Research. In addition, 79% of New Year' ...

January, millions of people set New Year’s resolutions, hoping to turn over a new leaf and transform their lives. Yet, by February, the majority of these goals have already fallen by the wayside. Why ...

If you want to have a great year, you’ll boost your likelihood of success by setting goals. And using goal setting theory, specifically, is the best way to ensure you achieve all that you aspire to.