Tag: motivation

  • Motivation: Growth Idea #721

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    Harley H
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    Too often we hear the excuse that motivation is missing. That may be true, however, motivation isn’t dependable or even stable, just like the weather that’s always changing. What is really needed for success is discipline which can remain steady and constant, sort of like the climate. Having noted that, we still do need motivation,…

  • Purpose-in-Life: Idea #535

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    Idea #104 ‘Having a “purpose-in-life” (the technical term) has been shown to lower incidences of stroke, dementia, and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, from a performance standpoint, purpose boosts motivation, productivity, resilience, and focus….Purpose shifts our attention off ourselves (internal focus) and puts it onto other people and the task at hand (external focus).’ (S.Kotler) As you…

  • Persuade: Idea #449

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    Are you good at influencing others, at persuading others to make good choices? ‘Persuasion is motivation. Leaders motivate others – not for their own advantage – but for the benefit of those they lead. Leaders make things better for others through persuasion. What have you experienced that has been good for you, that you can…