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Goal Setting

The process of defining outcomes, priorities, or targets that guide employee and team work.

businessPublished 2026/06/08Last verified 2026/06/08

FAQs

Are goal setting and OKRs the same?
Not always. OKRs are one goal-setting method; teams may also use goals, competencies, milestones, or performance priorities.

Related Terms

  • OKR

    Objectives and key results, a goal-setting framework that connects outcomes to measurable progress.

  • Performance Management

    The HR process for setting goals, reviewing performance, giving feedback, and supporting employee growth.

  • Employee Feedback

    Input employees provide through surveys, reviews, comments, check-ins, or other listening channels.

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What it means

Goal Setting is the management process of defining what employees, teams, or functions should achieve in a review or planning cycle.

Buyer checks

  • Confirm goals can connect to teams, roles, review cycles, and business priorities.
  • Review progress updates are easy for managers and employees to maintain.
  • Check reporting shows alignment and completion without turning goals into vanity metrics.

Related HRAIdir context

For a broader buying view, see HR Software Buyer Guide and AI for Performance Reviews.

This glossary entry is buyer-oriented guidance, not legal, compliance, or financial advice.