In the best-selling book Drive, author Daniel Pink attempts to simplify motivation science by suggesting the superiority of intrinsic over extrinsic motives to instill optimal work performance. When ...

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It’s easy to measure success by promotions, designations, or LinkedIn updates. But real success comes from the value you ...

Goals that are clear and specific are more effective than a general “do your best” instruction. If you want more energy, clarity, excitement, and efficiency in achieving your goals, they must be CLEAR ...

Understand what truly motivates employees. Build a foundation of trust and purpose. Recognize and celebrate wins — big and small. Foster connection and collaboration. Promote work-life balance to ...

How was your summer holiday? Mine was filled with visiting beautiful European cities, stays in cozy hotels, lovely swimming pools, delicious cocktails, watching the Netherlands win (gold) medals at ...

Motivation blocks don’t have to last forever—you can break through them and get back to the work that drives you.

The work begins where motivation ends. Anyone can show up when they feel inspired. Anyone can put in effort when it’s ...

Everything will work out in the end. No matter how lost you feel right now, no matter how dark things seem — this isn’t the ...

People can have a lack of motivation when they feel overwhelmed, stressed, fatigued, or burnt out. However, a persistent sense of apathy, or lack of interest in doing enjoyable activities, can also be ...