What You'll Learn:
Motivation is an essential part of everyday life. It is the driving force that gets us out of bed in the morning and pushes us forward throughout the day. Our motivation has become more intrinsic, and society has started to recognize our need to connect on a deeper level beyond that of a simple reward system. Daniel H. Pink illustrates motivation by comparing it to an operating system. As we grow as a society, our operating system must be updated to accommodate the changes around us. By exploring the evolution of motivation, we can learn what inspires us.
Key Insights:
- Motivation, much like the human race, has evolved over time.
- While a “carrot and stick” rewards-based system is a necessity, it often diminishes creativity.
- If working conditions support our human psychological needs, our lives can flourish.
- Autonomy is necessary to fuel motivation.
- Skills and interests can never quite be mastered, and that is precisely what motivates us to keep trying.
- Connecting with our purpose is an integral part of motivation and leads to a more successful existence.
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