What do you think is the number one way to increase motivation? If you said, give recognition, you are right. It is almost overly simple, and so inexpensive. Yet, it is also routinely overlooked in daily interactions between team members.
What do you think is the number one way to decrease motivation? The easiest way to completely demotivate someone is to criticize them in front of others. If you have ever been on the receiving end of this type of treatment, I am sure you remember how you felt. The rest of your day was probably very unproductive.
Many successful methods for motivating others, have an opposing method that results in destroying motivation. Some of these demotivating behaviors include being inaccessible, showing favoritism, or failing to train or support someone.
For this week’s reflection exercise, make a list of actions you can take to increase the motivation of your team. This could include adding positive behaviors, or eliminating negative behaviors. Once you have the list, make a plan to act on it.