Managing & Motivation Tips to Achieve High Performance (Part VIII)
Many managers ask the wrong question when it they want to motivate their team. They say things like “What can we do to improve?” or “Where are we...
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John Albright
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Aug 28, 2017 11:00:00 AM
“In the pursuit of a rich, meaningful life, there is a growing body of science suggesting that our greatest values guide our behavior.” – Psychology Today
So how do your employees prioritize their values? Knowing the answer to that question can help you understand their highest values and therefore understand what motivates them. Want to know how to motivate your employees? Start by figuring out which of these 16 core values and motives is most important to them:
According to Psychology Today, “People act in ways that express their values [and] values predict behavior.” This means you can discover your employees’ values by observing and conversing with them.
Examples of Motivation Based on Values
Different things motivate different people, as an employer, it is your job to find out how to motivate the people you work with. The best thing you can do is to be positive. According to this article, “There is solid evidence that emotions – positive or negative – can ‘infect’ others through a process known as ‘emotional contagion.’” A good leader who is motivating is one who is positive and uplifting.
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