goal divergence
[/ɡoʊl dɪˈvɜːrdʒəns/]
nounpl: goal divergences
divergência de objetivos
1. A situation where two or more parties have conflicting or incompatible objectives, aims, or desired outcomes
The goal divergence between management and employees regarding work-life balance led to negotiations.
A divergência de objetivos entre a gerência e os funcionários em relação ao equilíbrio trabalho-vida levou a negociações.
2. In organizational or team contexts, the degree to which individual members' personal goals differ from or contradict the group's collective goals
Goal divergence within the project team caused delays and miscommunication.
A divergência de objetivos dentro da equipe do projeto causou atrasos e falta de comunicação.
3. In psychology and behavioral studies, the gap between what different stakeholders are trying to achieve
Therapists must address goal divergence when couples have different visions for their future.
Os terapeutas devem lidar com a divergência de objetivos quando casais têm visões diferentes para o seu futuro.
In Brazilian business culture, goal divergence is often addressed through formal meetings and consensus-building (jogo de cintura). In American corporate contexts, the term is frequently used in strategic management and organizational development discussions. The concept is particularly relevant in merger and acquisition scenarios where company cultures clash, and in multicultural team environments where different cultural values affect goals and priorities.
Related Idioms & Phrases
pulling in different directions
on different pages
moving the goalposts
not on the same wavelength
working at cross purposes
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