You have likely heard of "SMART" goals. Specific. Measurable. Achievable. Relevant. Time-bound. You may set yourself up for success if you define your goals through this framework. But what if the ...

In a recent interview, entrepreneur David Heinemeier Hansson—creator of legends like Ruby on Rails and Basecamp—made the controversial claim: “goals are bull crap.” He went on to argue that when you ...

In an earlier post on values and personality, I explained why values could be considered a type of personality trait. Personality traits are typically defined as "consistent patterns of thoughts, ...

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You might wonder how professional values can keep your life in harmony. What about personal values? Aren’t those more essential? The truth is that both kinds of values make for a powerful combination.

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I hate seeing passionate business owners raise money in a way that doesn’t allow them to stay true to what’s important to them — but ...

Should I be saving for my child’s future education or saving for my retirement? Should I pay down my lowest credit card debt or the one with the highest interest? Should I rent out my house or just ...

Crafting a compelling career mission statement is a pivotal step for ambitious professionals aiming to navigate their career paths with clarity and purpose. Whether you’re a recent graduate or a ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Values and culture are the foundation upon which your entire business is built. Your company values will directly influence your company ...

In today’s competitive job market, ambitious professionals need more than just a strong resume and impressive credentials to land six-figure career opportunities. Companies are increasingly looking ...

Financial responsibility is an important goal, but it can be a difficult one to define, especially for those with who don't have a lot of financial literacy. Practices like paying your bills on time, ...