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, ...

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 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 ...

In 2012, Tom Holland told a reporter he’d love to play Spider-Man “in 10 years’ time.” Ahead of schedule, the actor leaped into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the iconic web-slinger in 2016’s ...

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 ...

Last year, nearly 20% of Americans surveyed said they plan to pursue a new full-time job or career. If you’re pursuing a new position or career, be intentional. Setting your vision, identifying your ...

It's four months on, and you still haven't met your New Year's resolutions. Try using AI to help reach those health goals. Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, ...

The majority of workers don’t contribute the annual maximum amount to their retirement savings plans, a Vanguard study shows.