There are two main types of motivation: Intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic motivation is a natural feeling you get that makes you want to do
something. For instance, if someone tells you you're doing a great job with something and to keep up the good work, you will feel good about
your work and yourself and will work even harder. This is the most pure, simplest form of motivation there is. Even a simple pat on the back can give someone the boost they need to get the job done well. Many studies even show evidence of this in the workplace.
Extrinsic motivation is anything the may motivate you that is external; money, for example. Money works as a great extrinsic motivation in some cases. Situations where you have a clear goal that is easy to reach make for good tasks for money rewards. Although, extrinsic motivators do not work and can even decrease the outcome of a job that takes creative thinking.
“The problem with making an extrinsic reward the only destination that matters is that some people will choose the quickest route there, even if it means taking the low road. Indeed, most of the scandals and misbehavior that have seemed endemic to modern life involve shortcuts.”
― Daniel H. Pink, Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
something. For instance, if someone tells you you're doing a great job with something and to keep up the good work, you will feel good about
your work and yourself and will work even harder. This is the most pure, simplest form of motivation there is. Even a simple pat on the back can give someone the boost they need to get the job done well. Many studies even show evidence of this in the workplace.
Extrinsic motivation is anything the may motivate you that is external; money, for example. Money works as a great extrinsic motivation in some cases. Situations where you have a clear goal that is easy to reach make for good tasks for money rewards. Although, extrinsic motivators do not work and can even decrease the outcome of a job that takes creative thinking.
“The problem with making an extrinsic reward the only destination that matters is that some people will choose the quickest route there, even if it means taking the low road. Indeed, most of the scandals and misbehavior that have seemed endemic to modern life involve shortcuts.”
― Daniel H. Pink, Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us