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.

Paul Walker is the CEO of FranklinCovey, which assists organizations in building exceptional leaders, teams, and cultures that get results. Setting goals for a team is challenging in any year—but ...

It is possible to be involved in a lot of things and not have any outcome. This is because doing a lot of things doesn't necessarily mean one is productive. Activities don't ultimately mean progress.

As we approach 2025, I’ve been reflecting on my personal goals and the areas I want to improve. Setting meaningful goals for the new year is like crafting a roadmap for the life we envision. For me, ...

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 ...

We’re all for living in the moment. We’re also big on goal setting. How can that be? Aren’t they contradictory? NO! Living in the moment and setting goals for your future complement each other. You ...