goal (psychology)

"When it comes to setting and meeting goals, we are often susceptibleto perceptual illusions: We think we are closer or further away depending on our mindset, and we might handicap ourselves by looking only at the big picture or too long at the fine detail. But as . . . [the author] explains in [this book] there is . . . power in these misperceptions--if we know how to use them to our advantage. Drawing on her own unique research and cutting-edge discoveries in vision science, cognitive research, and motivational psychology, [she] gives readers an . . . account of the perceptual habits, routines, and practices that successful people use to set and meet their ambitions. Through case studies of entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, and celebrities--as well as her own . . . experience of trying to set and reach a goal--she brings four . . . visual tactics to life"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the text of a song about goals and motivation.

". . . introduces young readers to self-discipline as a way of cultivating wellness and success at any age"--Provide by publisher.

Wayne Miller dreams of playing hockey, but fears his small size will keep coaches from noticing him, until one lucky break gives him a chance to play and show everyone how well he can play.

Wayne Miller dreams of playing hockey, but fears his small size will keep coaches from noticing him, until one lucky break gives him a chance to play and show everyone how well he can play.

This book teaches students how to develop research projects that are similar to those they might face in their careers, and provides guidance on building and participating in teams, bolstering interpersonal skills, and developing assertiveness.

"Discovering Grandma Lou's mysterious 'bucket list' of things that she wants to do in her lifetime, Judy Moody is inspired to create a list of her own goals, from learning to do a cartwheel to visiting Antarctica"--OCLC.

In Kalamazoo, Michigan, eight-year-old Derek Jeter, who dreams of playing for the New York Yankees, learns what it takes to be a champion on and off the field.

"Discovering Grandma Lou's mysterious 'bucket list' of things that she wants to do in her lifetime, Judy Moody is inspired to create a list of her own goals, from learning to do a cartwheel to visiting Antarctica."--OCLC.

Presents a simple, proven formula for achieving the goals that every individual or organization needs to reach, which primarily includes identifying and honing four secrets of perfect execution: focus on the wildly important; act on the lead measures; keep a compelling scoreboard; and create a cadence of accountability.