unsuccessful objective
[ʌn.səkˈses.fəl əbˈdʒek.tɪv]
noun phrasepl: unsuccessful objectives
objetivo não alcançado
1. A goal or aim that was not achieved or completed as intended
The team's unsuccessful objective was to win the championship this season.
O objetivo não alcançado do time era vencer o campeonato nesta temporada.
2. A target or purpose that failed to be accomplished despite efforts
Due to budget constraints, their unsuccessful objective of expanding to three new markets had to be postponed.
Devido às restrições orçamentárias, seu objetivo não alcançado de expandir para três novos mercados teve que ser adiado.
In Brazilian business culture, discussing unsuccessful objectives is common in project reviews and performance evaluations. The phrase is used neutrally to acknowledge setbacks as part of the learning process. In contrast, American corporate culture may frame it more positively as a 'learning opportunity' or 'pivot point.'
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