Each component of a SMART goal is designed to ensure that you have the proper framework to accomplish an objective. Instead of making open-ended wishes for the future, you make a purposeful plan. For ...

When George Doran coined the idea of SMART goals in 1981, he probably didn’t know how popular it would be. But popular it remains. The proliferation of the concept makes sense. Specific, Measurable, ...

I’m going to be honest from the start here: I have basically no interest in basketball — college or professional, men’s or women’s. But I do love a good neuroscience-backed success tip. Which is why I ...

When we think about our goals, the thought is sometimes as far as we get. When we take the time to conceptualize and write down our goals, we gain a greater sense of importance, motivation and ...

You know that little jolt of happiness you get when you finally finish a big project or simply check off a task on your to-do list? That feeling comes from dopamine, a neurotransmitter that acts like ...

How you approach or create your to-do list can make a big difference. Experts weigh in on how to write — and tackle — a to-do list to make it best work for you. As we head into the new year, maybe you ...

Your brain loves stories, and it’s constantly telling you about your life. You could identify as a go-getter. Or maybe you frequently tell yourself you’re lazy. Whatever narrative is inside your head ...

If you’re a high performer who sets big goals for yourself, the holiday season can have you dwelling in resolution regret. December can be a stressful time of year ...

People often tell me they want to be a writer and ask for advice. I sometimes ask what they’re currently writing. Most of the time, they don’t have an answer. That’s true for many pursuits. Plenty of ...