MOTIVATION IN THE WORKPLACE

MOTIVATION IN THE WORKPLACE

AGENDA Importance of motivation Factors in motivation Your experience with motivation Creating a motivating work environment Creating a plan

WHY IS MOTIVATION IMPORTANT? 1. Generates energy, synergy, creativity 2. Supports establishing the right priorities 3. Helps us accomplish tasks/goals 4. Supports a positive outlook 5. Enables us to maintain productivity 6. Get the job done!

YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH MOTIVATION Take some time to reflect and jot down reflections on the factors that motivate you.

FACTORS IN SELF-MOTIVATION 1. Sense of purpose 2. Ability to have an impact 3. Self-confidence and self-efficacy 4. Positive thinking 5. Focus and strong goals 6. Motivating environment clarity, recognition, value

MASLOW S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS If the needs at the bottom of the pyramid are not met, people cannot be focused on the higher level needs. Shows the importance of workplaces and jobs that enable people to fulfill the physiological, safety and security, and belonging needs. Then challenging and supporting people to work at the higher levels.

HERZBERG S FINDINGS Supports Maslow s observation that the absence of conditions (comfort, safety, community, esteem) cause us to demand them; their presence satisfies but does not motivate Distinguishes between job dissatisfaction and motivation they are not opposites H Y G I E N E Pay Rewards Working Conditions Policies/Rules Equity Supervision Relationships M O T I V A T O R S Responsibility Autonomy Relevance Purpose Recognition Learning Advancement

SELF-CONFIDENCE Focus on achievements Determine your strengths From your perspective From others perspectives Create a vision Set realistic goals Seek out opportunities to learn and grow Network, Network, Network!

POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING 1. Get in tune with thoughts 2. Check your assumptions 3. Turn negative thoughts into positive 4. Visualize achieving goals 5. Use affirmations 6. Practice positive thinking daily

SELF-TALK Situation: You are working on a new project,and it isn t going well. Negative self-talk: I am so stupid! Why can t I get this? It seems like the harder I try, the worse it gets. I am just no good at this. I might as well give up.

SELF-TALK Positive Reality: I have finished projects like this before and with good quality results. I know that I can be persistent and improve my skill. I have been successful before, and I will be this time, too.

SAMPLE AFFIRMATIONS I am genuine and sincere with everyone. I treat everyone I meet with courtesy, respect, and consideration. I have many outstanding qualities. I have unique talents and skills, and I am discovering new talents all the time.

STRONG GOALS 1. Clarity 2. Challenge 3. Commitment 4. Regularity of feedback 5. Respect for complexity 6. S.M.A.R.T.

GENERATING SELF-MOTIVATION

A MOTIVATING ENVIRONMENT 1. Encourages teamwork/collaboration 2. Sets specific targets, objectives 3. Determines challenging goals 4. Develops supportive co-workers 5. Sparks creativity and innovation People are motivated more by WHY we do something than How we do or What we do it.

CREATING A ENVIRONMENT THAT MOTIVATES Clarify purpose, state goals and instructions Find out what motivates individuals Engage employees SHARE, INVITE, ASK, DELEGATE, GET OUT OF THE WAY Model the Way Coach/Mentor Recognize and celebrate individual and team accomplishments WE NEED TO GIVE EACH OTHER THE SPACE TO GROW, TO BE OURSELVES, TO EXERCISE OUR DIVERSITY. WE NEED TO GIVE EACH OTHER SPACE SO THAT WE MAY BOTH GIVE AND RECEIVE SUCH BEAUTIFUL THINGS AS IDEAS, OPENNESS, DIGNITY, JOY, HEALING, AND INCLUSION. MAX DEPREE LEADERSHIP IS AN ART

DIVERSITY AND MOTIVATION It is important to recognize that cultural and generational difference may lead to different motivational factors!

NON-MONETARY RECOGNITION Responsibility Autonomy Recognition Learning Opportunities Mentoring/coaching Job title Time off Food!

CREATING A PLAN F O R Y O U R S E L F What is important to you now and in the future? What do you want to accomplish? What priorities can you set? Who needs to be involved to support you? How will you assess and celebrate your accomplishments? F O R Y O U R W O R K P L A C E How will you determine what is needed? How can you engage your staff in new ways? How can you act as a role model? What will you recognize accomplishments?

KEY LEARNINGS What are your key motivating factors? What is the difference between satisfiers and motivators? How do we determine what motivates others? How do we create a motivating environment in the workplace?

QUESTIONS? What questions do you have that will support your learning and implementation of these ideas?