One thing that people of all ages struggle with is setting goals. Whether it is on the personal, academic, or professional front, setting realistic and achievable goals is a sure-shot way of reaching the targets one wants to attain. So, how can we use the learnings from behavioral science to meet all our goals? To begin with read What is Goal Setting and How to Do it Well to get a high-level overview of the five principles of effective goal setting. Now read, An Evidence-Based Approach To Goal Setting And Behavior Change by Strong by Science to understand the principles of SMART goal setting and what are some characteristics of effective goals.
To understand why it is so difficult to keep one of the most prominent goals made by everyone - “the New Year’s resolution” head over to Scientific America to read New Year’s Resolutions Are Notoriously Slippery. Also, read How the science of goal setting can boost your career to know some tried-and-tested behavior change methods that can help anyone achieve their goals, both in and outside work. Finally for an interactive experience, we would suggest that you head over to Chicago Booth Review and explore their free tiny courses on Goal Setting, Multiple Goals, Intrinsic Motivation, and much more.
Combating Negative Self perception to Increase Young Employment
Negative self-perception hinders job seekers' success. This article deep dives into the interventions incorporating affirmation activities and job interview checklists that increased job seekers' confidence and resulted in higher job placement rates. It talks about how designing programs with behavioral insights is crucial for effective employment initiatives.
Reducing Discrimination against job seekers with employment gaps.
Research led by BIT discovered a simple solution to reduce discrimination against women with employment gaps: presenting work experience in years instead of dates on CVs. This article talks about, removing dates not only eliminating discrimination but also outperforming CVs without gaps. Read about the different approaches that made individuals' experiences more salient, helping employers focus on quality and select the best candidates.
Five Enablers for a New Phase of Behavioral Science
The future of applied behavioral science calls for self-reflective practice. The manifesto emphasizes the need for behavioral scientists to consider the wider factors shaping their actions. Coordination, curiosity, resources, disruption, and connections are key enablers for advancing the field and addressing social dilemmas.
Grooving on Goals: The Magic of Goals
Setting goals and achieving them is often how we feel progress in out lives. It’s a crucial part of both professional and personal life. However, we don’t always achieve our goals. With this in mind, this podcast takes on the journey of goals, from setting them, to tracking progress to finally culminating in the sense of satisfaction that comes from their achievement. Discussing academic papers by renowned psychologists, this podcast in with this month’s theme. Have a listen and your goals will be waiting.
Can Spiritual Experiences and Psychedelics make us Happy?
It’s that rare feeling of interconnectedness and completeness. That elusive mindset in which everything is in its place and happiness is achieved. Spiritual experiences have confounded humans for ages, perhaps giving birth to so many of our stories and lores. This podcast is taking a deep dive into the mystery of the spiritual being. Doctor Laurie Santos and David Yaden discuss a variety of topics including the effect of spiritual experiences on the mind and how meditation and psychedelics can bring about changes in our consciousness. It’s a must-listen for all looking for more meaning than is offered in the daily.
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