Chip MacGregor worked as an author, editor, and publisher before starting his literary agency. In answering a question at his blog, he provides down-to-earth advice on the basics of setting up an ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Setting goals is essential to living a life with purpose and meaning. They provide direction and focus, help you stay motivated and drive ...

Setting and achieving goals helps kids (and grown-ups) build self-esteem — and teaches perseverance, too. When children set goals, it helps them practice executive function skills like planning.