We all know that feeling. You’re all fired up for a few weeks after setting a goal, such as “get in shape,” “write a novel,” or “start a business.” But life has a way of getting in the way.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Murphy covers leadership, hiring and employee engagement. SMART goals aren’t making your employees better—they’re making them ...

Creating an employee council can be a powerful way to strengthen communication and collaboration across an organization. When done well, these councils give employees a meaningful voice in shaping ...

When it comes to fitness, or any kind of personal growth, motivation can come and go. Some days you’re ready to take on the world, and other days, just making it to the gym feels like a win. What ...

The fact that I keep snagging PRs, even more than two decades after I started running, isn’t a brag. It’s just a fact, and on some days, a pleasant surprise. I like to think I’ve learned a few things ...

Pick your cliché and January 1st represents it: a new leaf, a fresh start, a clean slate. Resolutions abound on New Year’s Day, but committing yourself to a goal is only the beginning. Recent research ...