What type of goals allows employees to participate in the goal-setting process?

Participative goals are designed to involve employees in the goal-setting process, fostering a sense of ownership and commitment to their objectives. When employees actively contribute to setting these goals, they are more likely to feel motivated and accountable for achieving them. This participative approach not only enhances employee engagement but also brings diverse perspectives into the goal-setting process, leading to more realistic and achievable goals.

On the other hand, assigned goals are determined solely by management, which can result in a lack of buy-in from employees. Managed by objectives is a structured process where managers set objectives for employees, again limiting employee involvement. Do-your-best goals, while encouraging effort, lack the structure and clear expectations that come from participation, potentially leading to varying interpretations of what success looks like. Therefore, participative goals stand out as the approach that best empowers employees by including them in the goal-setting journey.