How to Improve Motivation in Your Team or Organization
(inspired by insights contained in the book "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" by Daniel H. Pink)
Read time: 4.5 minutes
"Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" by Daniel H. Pink explores the science of motivation. It challenges traditional views on what drives human behaviour.
Pink identifies three core elements that foster intrinsic motivation:
Autonomy: The desire to direct our own lives. Pink argues that people are more motivated when they have control over their work and the freedom to make decisions.
Mastery: The urge to get better at something that matters. Pink emphasizes the importance of progress and improvement, highlighting that people are more motivated when engaged in tasks that develop their skills.
Purpose: The yearning to do what we do in the service of something bigger than ourselves. A sense of purpose or a connection to a larger goal enhances motivation and fulfilment.
This workshop, based on the insights from "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us", helps participants understand and apply the principles of intrinsic motivation.
Here’s a full description of a simple 3-step workshop you can do in 3 hours (including breaks):
Workshop Title
Unlocking Intrinsic Motivation in our Team/Organization
Workshop Objective
To unlock high performance in our team/organization by understanding and applying the principles of intrinsic motivation.
Step 1: Introduction to Motivation (30 minutes)
Objective:
Understand the core elements of intrinsic motivation - autonomy, mastery, and purpose.
Activities:
1. Presentation (15 minutes):Step 2: Practical Application (45 minutes)
Objective:
Apply the concepts of autonomy, mastery, and purpose to real-life scenarios.
Activities:
Step 3: Creating a Motivation Plan (45 minutes)
Objective:
Develop a personalized plan incorporating autonomy, mastery, and purpose into daily life.
Activities:
1. Individual Planning (20 minutes):
2. Peer Review (15 minutes):
3. Group Sharing and Commitment (10 minutes):
Conclusion (10 minutes)
This workshop allows participants to learn about the principles of intrinsic motivation and actively apply them to their own lives, fostering a deeper understanding and lasting change.
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