By Michael Gunther

When employees are unmotivated they tend to experience less job satisfaction, less commitment and tend to  have more miscommunications. If this state escalates and the employee becomes disengaged they have a tendency to play the “blame game” and make assumptions about others and the companies’ motives. This can lead to  workplace conflict and higher turnover.

In contrast, when employees are motivated they feel a sense of purpose – most engaged employees can often point to the vision and the mission. They have greater commitment, better communication and markedly higher production.

Decision Maker

Motivate by giving them opportunities…

1. to demonstrate knowledge
2. to be involved in challenging problem solving
3. to receive approval

 

Encourager

Motivate by giving them opportunities…

1. to be engaged with clients, teammates, and management
2. to achieve immediate, small successes then point them to bigger ones
3. to share their vision

 

Facilitator

Motivate by giving them opportunities…

1. to work without distraction but with direction
2. to support others
3. to share their ideas

 

Tracker

Motivate by giving them opportunities…

1. to be heard
2. to hear clear direction and expectation
3. to ask for help without embarrassment

 

Bottom line — by using core motives, you can motivate your team and provide greater job satisfaction.

Click the link below to download a PDF summary chart which summarizes behavioral traits and key motivators.  

Motivation and Encouragement