Goal setting is a strategic practice that shapes the year ahead. Take time to think about your business and personal goals.

Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tiffany Grant, M.B.A., AFC, shares insights to bridge the wealth gap. Starting the year with clear peersonal finance goals sets ...

Set smarter workplace goals for 2026 that support boundaries, belonging, and growth while helping you avoid burnout.

James Cameron is frequently quoted as saying, "If you set your goals ridiculously high and it’s a failure, you will fail above everyone else’s success." When I was young I was diagnosed with severe ...

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, ...

I walked by my shiny guitar in our music room. My previous goal was to learn how to play it. I had several guitar books neatly stacked on a nearby table. In the last year, I learned about seven chords ...

What’s the best strategy for reaching your biggest goals? Break them down into smaller steps and then tackle each step one by one. And there’s a great way to make it both more visual and more fun: ...

A good therapist can certainly help you improve your mental health, but these pros aren’t magicians. You’ll have to work on yourself, too, and setting clear therapy goals is a great way to motivate ...

Dashia is the consumer insights editor for CNET. She specializes in data-driven analysis and news at the intersection of tech, personal finance and consumer sentiment. Dashia investigates economic ...

Since returning to running postpartum, I’ve tried to build up slowly, being mindful of the toll childbirth took on my body.

Last January, I outlined six goals for Tennessee football that would lead to a successful season. The obvious goal: Make the College Football Playoff. I concluded that Tennessee’s playoff chances ...