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The Psychology of Goal Setting: How to Set Goals That Work for You

No. 2 out of 5 little-known secrets from the field of psychology to boost supercharge your productivity

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Setting goals is an essential part of being productive.

Without establishing clear goals, it’s difficult to know what you should work on and why. You might not even know where to start.

So, what can the field of psychology teach us about goal setting?

It turns out that psychology can help you achieve your goals in a more efficient, streamlined way.

When setting goals, it’s important to keep the following psychological principles in mind:

• Clarity: The clearer your goals are, the more likely you are to achieve them. Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound.
• Simplicity: The simpler your goals are, the easier they will be to achieve. When in doubt, break your goal down into smaller, more manageable steps.
• Consistency: The more consistent you are in…