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3 Things That Impact Motivation More Than You'd Think

Updated 6/19/2020
3 Things That Impact Motivation More Than You'd Think
People don't just want money; they want a great experience at work.

Fact: People don’t just want money from their jobs; they’re looking for a general sense of purpose and greater overall happiness.

With that in mind, the infographic below illustrates what employees need to find not only extrinsic motivation at work (like money or rewards) but also intrinsic motivation (like a sense of purpose and a desire to be better at something).

If you’re a manager, having this knowledge will help you figure out how to better engage your employees. And if you’re an employee, this will make you think about why it is you may not be totally content at your current role.


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Lily Herman is a New York-based writer and editor. In recent months, her work has been featured in Teen Vogue, Glamour, Refinery29, Cosmopolitan, TIME, Newsweek, Fast Company, and Mashable. You can check out her website, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
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