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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.

We believe most employees want to be in alignment with your goals as a manager, and to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of your business. But as I consult with companies on benchmarking ...

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.

Any project without clear goals will struggle to reach the finish line. Fortunately, SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound) goals can help all project managers create ...

When it comes to clearly setting and communicating organizational goals, most business leaders aren’t great at it. But it’s not due to lack of effort. While company leaders will talk about what’s ...

Setting employee and team performance goals is an essential responsibility for business owners and managers. However, measuring and improving an employee’s performance can be complex and daunting, ...

Many of us know that when we commit to a task, it is often “easier said than done.” The reason for this is because the brain is not a fan of discomfort and unfamiliarity. When you commit yourself to ...

Tension: We juggle endless to-do apps and hacks, yet our calendars stay jammed and the big goals slip week after week. Noise: Productivity culture rewards busy aesthetics—color-coded boards, streak ...