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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

According to Harvard Business Review, by focusing on micro-habits that are built gradually and require minimal commitment, ...

Christine Cruzvergara has no problem speaking in front of hundreds of people, whether they're college students or CEOs. Cruzvergara, the chief education strategy officer at Handshake, has over a ...