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/Optimal/ (adjective): The best or most favorable; the most satisfactory.

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Hey, I'm Evan, a writer, entrepreneur, and life experimenter. I've founded four companies: 2 failed, 1 succeeded, and 1 is still active. You also might see my writing in publications like Forbes or Fortune.

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11 Types of Motivation: What They Are & How to Use Them
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There are many different types of motivation that affect specific types of people. Learn which types motivate you to succeed in life as well as in business.
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14 Best Goal-Setting Apps for Tracking & Achieving Goals
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Want the best goal-setting app for your specific needs? Check out this comprehensive list of the best goal-setting apps for 2020 and beyond.
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What is Motivation? Principles, Theories & How it Works
May 05, 2020
What is motivation, exactly? In this article, you'll learn the definition of motivation, its principles, theories and how it all works.
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What Are SMART Goals? Definition, Elements & Importance
April 29, 2020
SMART goals are created using the "SMART" acronym, which stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound.
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Arousal Theory of Motivation: Definition, Principles & Optimization
April 28, 2020
The arousal theory of motivation states that people are motivated by unique levels of mental alertness. Learn how the theory works here.
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How to Achieve Goals in Any Environment
April 24, 2020
Goal-achievement is hard. To help, learn how to achieve goals in any environment with these seven proven goal-achieving steps.
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How to Set Goals the Right Way in 2020
April 15, 2020
Goal-setting is an overlooked but important part of goal-achievement. Learn how to set goals the right way in 5 proven steps with this article.
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Best Goal-Setting Worksheet Templates For Achievement
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Check out this list of the best free goal-setting worksheets to help with achievement. Included are free downloadable templates and alterative options.
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How to Motivate Other People to Succeed in 6 Proven Steps
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Motivating other people to perform well and succeed is key in business as well as life. Learn how to motivate people to succeed with these 6 proven steps.
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