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Carrot and Stick: An Epic Fail in the 21st Century?
Leadership and motivation… are we doing it right?
“So, if we repair this mismatch between what science knows and what business does, if we bring our notions of motivation into the 21st century, if we get past this lazy, dangerous, ideology of carrots and sticks, we can strengthen our businesses. ~ Dan Pink
Today’s Challenge
Here’s the challenge. How do you maintain your own motivation and that of the people who work with you? Our experience tells us a balanced programme of incentives and targets is the way to go. Paradoxically, pretty much every independent laboratory and work-place study shows the opposite is true.
So what is the right approach?
Well as always it really depends.
“Offer someone the opportunity to rebuild a company or reinvent an industry as the primary incentive, and it will attract those drawn to the challenge first and the money second.” ~ Simon Sinek
Dan Pink, a thought leader on motivation in business…
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Forgiveness is a gift
Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself. It lets you go higher than where you are now. - Jack Davis
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The Synergy of Growth, Thought, and Pain
Did you know that your brain develops according to your thoughts? It's true. Neuroscience experts have discovered that it actually changes positively when you think positive thoughts, developing new connections and better neural pathways. As expected, the opposite is true when thinking negative thoughts. Imagine a thriving tree versus a dying tree. That is the … Continue reading The Synergy of Growth, Thought, and Pain
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Breaking the Top Four Leadership Myths
Myth 1: It's Lonely At The Top Truth: If it’s lonely at the top, you’re not doing it right. What are the attributes of a true leader? Personable - love to be close to people Generate high morale on their team Empower others to come along with them Place great value on others Inspiring Engage … Continue reading Breaking the Top Four Leadership Myths
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