When Work Goals Stop Making Sense

When Work Goals Stop Making Sense

When your work goals create pressure instead of purpose, it can help to explore what you need and find a direction that aligns with your values.

You may be completing tasks and advancing your career, yet still feel tired or dissatisfied. That could be a sign that your goals don’t reflect what matters to you or what you need to feel well. Here, you’ll find prompts to help you name your emotions, reassess your priorities, and identify the obstacles holding you back. Change doesn’t have to mean giving up your ambitions; it can start with adjusting their direction.

Interested in this topic? Read more: Emotions at Work: How to Set Goals That Not Only Move You Forward but Also Fill You with Joy and Passion Want to find out where you stand personally? Take a short test at the end of the page and gain a better understanding.

How does this apply to you? Choose the answers that describe you best:

What is your first step when you start working on a new goal?

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How do you feel when you encounter obstacles in achieving your goals?

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How do you decide which goals are the most important to you?

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How do you cope with failure in achieving goals?

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How do you track your progress towards achieving your goal?

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What is your biggest motivation when working towards achieving a goal?

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How do you feel about planning long-term goals?

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How often do you set new goals?

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What is your relationship with risk when achieving goals?

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How do you deal with it if the goal does not turn out as expected?

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How to set goals that will move you forward.

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