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Mathematicians Advise Ambitious Goals

Updated 2026-05-29 17:20 UTC 1 source Neutral

According to a mathematical model, the optimal strategy for achieving goals is to be ambitious but not overly so. The study advises aiming high without shooting for the moon.

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Aim high but don't shoot for the moon, mathematicians advise

According to a mathematical model of how people weigh up different outcomes, the optimal strategy is to be ambitious, but not overly so

2026-05-29 15:20 UTC