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title: "Goals"
slug: "goals-1"
tags: ["Learning Goals", "Direct Reports", "Mentoring Skills"]
updated: 2026-10-20T09:23:39Z
published: 2026-10-20T09:23:39Z
canonical: "docs.thrivelearning.com/goals-1"
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> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.thrivelearning.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Goals

**Goals** are a structured way for users or their managers to define, track, and achieve specific learning and development targets in Thrive. Each goal is linked to one or more skills, giving both managers and employees a clear, measurable way to connect learning activity to real development outcomes.

This page outlines how line managers can create goals for their direct reports to support their development journey. As a manager, you can set goals that are specific, measurable, and aligned with your team's objectives.

> [!NOTE]
> Note:
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> To create Goals for your own personal development, see [Creating a Goal](/v1/docs/goals#creating-a-goal).

## Goals and Mentoring

Because goals in Thrive are linked to skills, they can influence more than just individual learning. If your organisation uses Mentoring, the skills associated with a mentee's goals are used to find the best mentor match – prioritising mentors with stronger proficiency in those goal-related skills.

This means the goals you set for your direct reports can directly shape the quality and relevance of their mentoring relationships. The more accurately a goal reflects what someone wants to develop, the better their match is likely to be.

> [!NOTE]
> Note:
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> For more information, see [Mentoring](/v1/docs/mentoring).

A goal is a structured outcome that combines various learning elements, such as tasks, content items, and recommendations, into a single checklist for completion. Goals help learners track progress and stay focused on achieving specific learning objectives.

Tags applied to content helping users personalise their learning experience and discover relevant development opportunities, either by personal choice or assignment.