If you’ve embraced the wonderful practice of setting goals for yourself, kudos to you — but a new challenge can often arise when we start picking too many goals. Here’s a way to sift through the stars and find which ones to reach for. 1. Think about the biggest picture possible Sit down for a little reflection…

When it comes to most areas of life, people tend to float around and embrace the idea of whatever happens, happens. But here are 5 reasons why setting goals is important, no matter what you’re talking about, whether it’s work, play, or even relationships. 1. Goals keep you focused Imagine a ship setting sail without…

When it comes to setting goals, you may wonder why it’s necessary. But here are just a few of the dire consequences that can come about from not picking a destination and reaching to get there. 1. You’ll get lost If you were a pirate looking for treasure, you won’t just start digging around…

Easier said than done, the expression goes. But when it comes to not doing work toward your goals, falling back on this expression can have some serious consequences. Here are a few tips for staying on track. 1. Write it down When it comes to keeping appointments and meeting deadlines, most people have to…

When we hear about goals, they often sound like something that changes year to year, and frequently has to do with money or weight loss. But here are 5 goals that every person should strive toward every day. #1: True Happiness Happiness is not really a destination as much as it is a…

There have been many leaders in history, but here are five whose greatness has stood the test of time. Julius Caesar Caesar is the quintessential ruler and one of the most emulated and celebrated figures in history. A brilliant general, he was also a political mastermind and facilitated the end of the…

When we think of leadership, we sometimes think of epic moments like George Washington crossing the Delaware, or Martin Luther King Jr. speaking on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. But what makes a leader great in a less epic venue, like work? 1. Communication A good leader at work is a…

Everyone wants to be led by a good leader, but let’s face it — some leaders are just not good. Whether it’s on the battlefield, the sports pitch, or the sales floor, certain qualities are universal about bad leaders; they tend to be… 1. Dismissive My way or the highway is the…

There have been hundreds of thousands of leaders throughout history — and probably millions today, leading in various government and workforce capacities. What are some of the traits that are common to good and effective leaders? 1. Integrity If a leader isn’t honest and doesn’t adhere to a moral code, how can…